#Ethiopia: Rolls-Royce, Ethiopian Airlines announce significant agreement for 22 Trent XWB-84 engines
#Rolls_Royce has recently secured a major agreement with #Ethiopian_Airlines for a comprehensive TotalCare service package that encompasses 22 Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines. These engines are exclusively used to power Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The TotalCare service is specifically designed to assure operational certainty for customers by shifting maintenance costs and on-wing risks back to Rolls-Royce. This premium service is complemented by the Rolls-Royce Advanced Engine Health Monitoring System, which enhances operational availability, reliability, and efficiency.
Ethiopian Airlines, #Africa's first A350 operator since 2016, has been a longstanding customer of Rolls-Royce. This new agreement will further augment their existing fleet of 40 Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines.
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#Rolls_Royce has recently secured a major agreement with #Ethiopian_Airlines for a comprehensive TotalCare service package that encompasses 22 Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines. These engines are exclusively used to power Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The TotalCare service is specifically designed to assure operational certainty for customers by shifting maintenance costs and on-wing risks back to Rolls-Royce. This premium service is complemented by the Rolls-Royce Advanced Engine Health Monitoring System, which enhances operational availability, reliability, and efficiency.
Ethiopian Airlines, #Africa's first A350 operator since 2016, has been a longstanding customer of Rolls-Royce. This new agreement will further augment their existing fleet of 40 Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines.
Read more at: https://twitter.com/addisstandard/status/1725423558568890595
#Sudan government calls for immediate termination of #UN political mission, citing disappointing results
In a recent letter obtained by Addis Standard, the government of Sudan has formally requested the United Nations (UN) to terminate its political mission, the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS), in the country. Sudan's acting foreign minister, Ali Sadeq, conveyed this message to the UN Security Council, emphasizing the government's commitment to engaging constructively with the Security Council and the Secretariat.
#UNITAMS, having commenced its mission in Sudan in 2020 and comprising over 400 civilians, was originally established to aid the transitional government of Sudan after the revolution in December 2018. However, according to the letter addressed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, the mission's performance in fulfilling its objectives has been deemed unsatisfactory.
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In a recent letter obtained by Addis Standard, the government of Sudan has formally requested the United Nations (UN) to terminate its political mission, the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS), in the country. Sudan's acting foreign minister, Ali Sadeq, conveyed this message to the UN Security Council, emphasizing the government's commitment to engaging constructively with the Security Council and the Secretariat.
#UNITAMS, having commenced its mission in Sudan in 2020 and comprising over 400 civilians, was originally established to aid the transitional government of Sudan after the revolution in December 2018. However, according to the letter addressed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, the mission's performance in fulfilling its objectives has been deemed unsatisfactory.
Read more at: https://x.com/addisstandard/status/1725437760884871200?s=20
#Ethiopia: #MIGA, #World_Bank increases insurance coverage for Tulu Moye geothermal in Ethiopia
The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency of the World Bank (MIGA) has increased the guarantees issued to #Tulu_Moye SAS of #France covering its equity and quasi-equity investments in Tulu Moye Geothermal Operations Plc of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.
The original guarantees of $67.5 million were issued in 2021 for a period of up to 15 years against the risks of breach of contract, expropriation and war and civil disturbance, which have now been increased to $117 million, $49.5 million over the original amount.
MIGA also used the IDA Private Sector Window MIGA Guarantee Facility, which provides a shared first loss layer of up to $40.95 million, of which IDA’s share is $32.76 million.
The project consists of the design, development, construction, operation, and maintenance of Phase 1 of a planned 150-MW greenfield geothermal power plant in #Oromia Regional State in Ethiopia. Power generated in Phase 1 will deliver up to 50 MW that will be sold to Ethiopian Electric Power, the state-owned utility, under a 25-year power purchase agreement.
This project will be one of the first geothermal independent power producers in Ethiopia. The second phase will involve the development of 100 MW over the next five years. Phase 1 is expected to be operational by the end of 2023. The MIGA guarantees cover activity for Phase 1 only. https://www.thinkgeoenergy.com/miga-world-bank-increases-insurance-coverage-for-tulu-moye-geothermal-ethiopia/
The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency of the World Bank (MIGA) has increased the guarantees issued to #Tulu_Moye SAS of #France covering its equity and quasi-equity investments in Tulu Moye Geothermal Operations Plc of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.
The original guarantees of $67.5 million were issued in 2021 for a period of up to 15 years against the risks of breach of contract, expropriation and war and civil disturbance, which have now been increased to $117 million, $49.5 million over the original amount.
MIGA also used the IDA Private Sector Window MIGA Guarantee Facility, which provides a shared first loss layer of up to $40.95 million, of which IDA’s share is $32.76 million.
The project consists of the design, development, construction, operation, and maintenance of Phase 1 of a planned 150-MW greenfield geothermal power plant in #Oromia Regional State in Ethiopia. Power generated in Phase 1 will deliver up to 50 MW that will be sold to Ethiopian Electric Power, the state-owned utility, under a 25-year power purchase agreement.
This project will be one of the first geothermal independent power producers in Ethiopia. The second phase will involve the development of 100 MW over the next five years. Phase 1 is expected to be operational by the end of 2023. The MIGA guarantees cover activity for Phase 1 only. https://www.thinkgeoenergy.com/miga-world-bank-increases-insurance-coverage-for-tulu-moye-geothermal-ethiopia/
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MIGA, World Bank increases insurance coverage for Tulu Moye geothermal, Ethiopia
MIGA under the World Bank has expanded the insurance coverage for the Tulu Moye geothermal project in Ethiopia, further mitigating project risks.
News: #WFP implements new strategy to resume aid in #Ethiopia after months of suspension
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has introduced a new strategy in Ethiopia to resume food assistance for 3.2 million people who have been without aid since June 2023. The revised approach emphasizes transparency, evidence-based targeting, and independent oversight. It involves digitally registering and verifying vulnerable households through community input to ensure accountability.
The WFP said it will strengthen commodity tracking and monitoring mechanisms to address potential issues promptly. The agency plans to scale up operations across drought- and conflict-affected areas to reach over three million people. The resumption of aid follows successful test distributions in the #Tigray region.
The US Agency for International Development (#USAID) also announced the reinstatement of essential food assistance in Ethiopia, acknowledging comprehensive reforms implemented by the government and humanitarian partners.
https://addisstandard.com/news-wfp-implements-new-strategy-to-resume-aid-in-ethiopia-after-months-of-suspension/
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has introduced a new strategy in Ethiopia to resume food assistance for 3.2 million people who have been without aid since June 2023. The revised approach emphasizes transparency, evidence-based targeting, and independent oversight. It involves digitally registering and verifying vulnerable households through community input to ensure accountability.
The WFP said it will strengthen commodity tracking and monitoring mechanisms to address potential issues promptly. The agency plans to scale up operations across drought- and conflict-affected areas to reach over three million people. The resumption of aid follows successful test distributions in the #Tigray region.
The US Agency for International Development (#USAID) also announced the reinstatement of essential food assistance in Ethiopia, acknowledging comprehensive reforms implemented by the government and humanitarian partners.
https://addisstandard.com/news-wfp-implements-new-strategy-to-resume-aid-in-ethiopia-after-months-of-suspension/
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has introduced a new strategy in Ethiopia to resume food assistance for 3.2 million people who have been without aid since June 2023. The revised approach emphasizes transparency, evidence-based targeting, and independent oversight. It involves digitally registering and verifying vulnerable households through community input to ensure accountability.
The WFP said it will strengthen commodity tracking and monitoring mechanisms to address potential issues promptly. The agency plans to scale up operations across drought- and conflict-affected areas to reach over three million people. The resumption of aid follows successful test distributions in the #Tigray region.
The US Agency for International Development (#USAID) also announced the reinstatement of essential food assistance in Ethiopia, acknowledging comprehensive reforms implemented by the government and humanitarian partners.
https://addisstandard.com/news-wfp-implements-new-strategy-to-resume-aid-in-ethiopia-after-months-of-suspension/
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has introduced a new strategy in Ethiopia to resume food assistance for 3.2 million people who have been without aid since June 2023. The revised approach emphasizes transparency, evidence-based targeting, and independent oversight. It involves digitally registering and verifying vulnerable households through community input to ensure accountability.
The WFP said it will strengthen commodity tracking and monitoring mechanisms to address potential issues promptly. The agency plans to scale up operations across drought- and conflict-affected areas to reach over three million people. The resumption of aid follows successful test distributions in the #Tigray region.
The US Agency for International Development (#USAID) also announced the reinstatement of essential food assistance in Ethiopia, acknowledging comprehensive reforms implemented by the government and humanitarian partners.
https://addisstandard.com/news-wfp-implements-new-strategy-to-resume-aid-in-ethiopia-after-months-of-suspension/
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#Ethiopia's Kidus Asfaw becomes one of the 2023 #TIME100Climate list
Kidus Asfaw is co-founder and CEO of #Kubik. His #Africa-based startup transforms plastic waste into low-carbon construction materials that are cheaper and faster to build with than cement, offering a sustainable and speedy solution to housing shortages as Africa’s population grows.
He told Time Magazine: "We need to prioritize the role of cities in advancing the climate agenda; 70% of us will be living in a city by 2050. The way we build, move, consume, and waste can only change if we enable cities to drive policies and innovations towards cleaner and economical ways of living. Africa provides the largest opportunity to drive such change. It is the fastest growing (and urbanizing) continent. If we invest, support municipalities and attract cleantech businesses towards this exciting continent, I believe some of the most globally relevant innovations will come from here."
Find out why Kidus Asfaw made the list of the 2023 TIME100 Climate list https://ti.me/49BQbjP
Kidus Asfaw is co-founder and CEO of #Kubik. His #Africa-based startup transforms plastic waste into low-carbon construction materials that are cheaper and faster to build with than cement, offering a sustainable and speedy solution to housing shortages as Africa’s population grows.
He told Time Magazine: "We need to prioritize the role of cities in advancing the climate agenda; 70% of us will be living in a city by 2050. The way we build, move, consume, and waste can only change if we enable cities to drive policies and innovations towards cleaner and economical ways of living. Africa provides the largest opportunity to drive such change. It is the fastest growing (and urbanizing) continent. If we invest, support municipalities and attract cleantech businesses towards this exciting continent, I believe some of the most globally relevant innovations will come from here."
Find out why Kidus Asfaw made the list of the 2023 TIME100 Climate list https://ti.me/49BQbjP
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News: Flood kills 33 people in #Somali region, causes unprecedented crisis across #Ethiopia
Ethiopia is currently grappling with an unprecedented crisis caused by heavy rains and floods, affecting a staggering 760,000 people. The Somali region has experienced the loss of 33 lives, with over 611,000 individuals in need of urgent assistance.
In the #Dasenech district, 65% of the land has succumbed to flooding, adding to the challenges faced by response teams. #Oromia and #Afar regions are also severely affected, with displacement of households and limited capacity for an effective response.
In the Horn of #Africa, flash floods have claimed the lives of 111 people, including 16 children. Save the Children reports ongoing heavy rainfall, flooding, and displacement in different regions of Ethiopia, including #Kenya.
https://addisstandard.com/news-flood-kills-33-people-in-somali-region-causes-unprecedented-crisis-across-ethiopia/
Ethiopia is currently grappling with an unprecedented crisis caused by heavy rains and floods, affecting a staggering 760,000 people. The Somali region has experienced the loss of 33 lives, with over 611,000 individuals in need of urgent assistance.
In the #Dasenech district, 65% of the land has succumbed to flooding, adding to the challenges faced by response teams. #Oromia and #Afar regions are also severely affected, with displacement of households and limited capacity for an effective response.
In the Horn of #Africa, flash floods have claimed the lives of 111 people, including 16 children. Save the Children reports ongoing heavy rainfall, flooding, and displacement in different regions of Ethiopia, including #Kenya.
https://addisstandard.com/news-flood-kills-33-people-in-somali-region-causes-unprecedented-crisis-across-ethiopia/
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News: Flood kills 33 people in Somali region, causes unprecedented crisis across Ethiopia - Addis Standard
A startling 65% of the land area in the Somali region’s Dasenech district has been inundated, making emergency teams’ tasks more difficult (Photo: Somali Fast Info/Facebook) Addis Abeba – Ethiopia is currently facing an unprecedented crisis as an alarming…
#Ethiopia: Crisis Group urges Ethiopian gov’t to engage in negotiations to resolve escalating conflict in #Amhara region
A recent report by the #International_Crisis_Group urges the Ethiopian government to initiate peace negotiations to resolve the escalating conflict in the Amhara region. The group highlights the significant security threat posed by an armed insurgency in the region. To tackle the underlying grievances fueling the conflict, authorities are called upon to directly address the issue.
The report stated that the conflict in the Amhara region stems from grievances among Ethiopia's major ethnic groups, which Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has struggled to address since taking office in 2018. The conflict in Amhara further complicates ongoing crises in other regions, including #Oromia and #Tigray. Relations with Eritrea are also deteriorating due to a dispute over port access.
The report emphasizes the need for both short-term and long-term strategies to effectively address these challenges.
https://addisstandard.com/news-crisis-group-urges-ethiopian-govt-to-engage-in-negotiations-to-resolve-escalating-conflict-in-amhara-region/
A recent report by the #International_Crisis_Group urges the Ethiopian government to initiate peace negotiations to resolve the escalating conflict in the Amhara region. The group highlights the significant security threat posed by an armed insurgency in the region. To tackle the underlying grievances fueling the conflict, authorities are called upon to directly address the issue.
The report stated that the conflict in the Amhara region stems from grievances among Ethiopia's major ethnic groups, which Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has struggled to address since taking office in 2018. The conflict in Amhara further complicates ongoing crises in other regions, including #Oromia and #Tigray. Relations with Eritrea are also deteriorating due to a dispute over port access.
The report emphasizes the need for both short-term and long-term strategies to effectively address these challenges.
https://addisstandard.com/news-crisis-group-urges-ethiopian-govt-to-engage-in-negotiations-to-resolve-escalating-conflict-in-amhara-region/
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News: Crisis Group urges Ethiopian gov't to engage in negotiations to resolve escalating conflict in Amhara region - Addis Standard
An armed insurgency that has surfaced in the Amhara region poses a substantial security threat to the Ethiopian government, according to the International Crisis Group (Photo: aa.com.tr) Addis Abeba – A recent report from the International Crisis Group has…
#Sudan civil war: #Darfur's #Jem rebels join army fight against #RSF
Two rebel groups from Sudan's Darfur region say they will fight alongside the army in the country's civil war.
This comes after the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) made major gains in Darfur, where it has been accused of ethnic cleansing.
Rebel leader Gibril Ibrahim told BBC Newsday they "want to defend their civilians" from the RSF, which he says has been burying people alive.
He said the decision to join forces with the army was not an easy one.
The leader of the Justice and Equality Movement (Jem) said it had taken seven months to come to an agreement.
The relationship between Jem and the Sudanese army is fraught. Mr Ibrahim's brother was killed by the army, who was previously the group's leader.
Jem and the Sudanese Liberation Movement (SLM) took up arms in Darfur in 2003, accusing the government of marginalizing the region's black African communities. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-67450204
Two rebel groups from Sudan's Darfur region say they will fight alongside the army in the country's civil war.
This comes after the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) made major gains in Darfur, where it has been accused of ethnic cleansing.
Rebel leader Gibril Ibrahim told BBC Newsday they "want to defend their civilians" from the RSF, which he says has been burying people alive.
He said the decision to join forces with the army was not an easy one.
The leader of the Justice and Equality Movement (Jem) said it had taken seven months to come to an agreement.
The relationship between Jem and the Sudanese army is fraught. Mr Ibrahim's brother was killed by the army, who was previously the group's leader.
Jem and the Sudanese Liberation Movement (SLM) took up arms in Darfur in 2003, accusing the government of marginalizing the region's black African communities. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-67450204
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Sudan civil war: Darfur's Jem rebels join army fight against RSF
A rebel leader tells the BBC his forces will fight a paramilitary group accused of ethnic cleansing.
#Ethiopia: National carrier rakes in over $2 billion in revenue from cargo services
#Ethiopian_Airlines, the largest aviation group in #Africa, has reported an impressive achievement after securing more than $2 billion in revenue from its cargo services during the previous fiscal year. The announcement was made by Mesfin Tasew, CEO of Ethiopian Airlines Group, at an event held to honor the company's top-performing customers.
In addition to its financial success, the airline's cargo service also recorded the transportation of over 740,000 tons of freight in the same period. Currently, Ethiopian Airlines operates 16 cargo carriers and offers services to 67 freight destinations.
The CEO highlighted that the cargo service, combined with the airline's expanding storage and transport capabilities, has played a significant role in boosting the import-export activities of Ethiopia.
#Ethiopian_Airlines, the largest aviation group in #Africa, has reported an impressive achievement after securing more than $2 billion in revenue from its cargo services during the previous fiscal year. The announcement was made by Mesfin Tasew, CEO of Ethiopian Airlines Group, at an event held to honor the company's top-performing customers.
In addition to its financial success, the airline's cargo service also recorded the transportation of over 740,000 tons of freight in the same period. Currently, Ethiopian Airlines operates 16 cargo carriers and offers services to 67 freight destinations.
The CEO highlighted that the cargo service, combined with the airline's expanding storage and transport capabilities, has played a significant role in boosting the import-export activities of Ethiopia.
#Ethiopia: Water experts deliberate on fair seaport access in East #Africa
Days after Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed reiterated his administration's position on access to the #Red_Sea, Ethiopian water scholars gathered at #Addis_Ababa University to discuss the pressing need for equitable access to seaports in the East African region. The seminar, organized by the Institute of Ethiopian Studies, took place yesterday and brought together scholars from the university and other experts from across Ethiopia. Their primary focus was on reexamining the use of ports in the Horn of Africa to foster sustainable peace and prosperity.
During his opening speech, Samuel Kifle, the acting president of Addis Ababa University, highlighted the strategic and geopolitical importance of the Horn of Africa. He emphasized the region's potential for mutual resource utilization, specifically referencing the significance of seaports.
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Days after Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed reiterated his administration's position on access to the #Red_Sea, Ethiopian water scholars gathered at #Addis_Ababa University to discuss the pressing need for equitable access to seaports in the East African region. The seminar, organized by the Institute of Ethiopian Studies, took place yesterday and brought together scholars from the university and other experts from across Ethiopia. Their primary focus was on reexamining the use of ports in the Horn of Africa to foster sustainable peace and prosperity.
During his opening speech, Samuel Kifle, the acting president of Addis Ababa University, highlighted the strategic and geopolitical importance of the Horn of Africa. He emphasized the region's potential for mutual resource utilization, specifically referencing the significance of seaports.
Read more at: https://twitter.com/addisstandard/status/1725785124686426282
#Ethiopia: Blinken, Abiy discuss food aid resumption, conflicts in #Amhara and #Oromia regions
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discusses with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed the resumption of food assistance in Ethiopia, starting next month. This follows the US Agency for International Development's (#USAID) announcement of the reinstatement of food aid distribution after comprehensive reforms by the Ethiopian government.
They also talk about consolidating peace in Northern Ethiopia and the need for regional cooperation. Blinken expresses concern about ongoing violence and emphasizes the importance of dialogue and negotiation to resolve conflicts.
The US government plays a key role in negotiations between the Ethiopian government and Oromo Liberation Army to end the conflict in the Oromia region.
https://addisstandard.com/asdailyscoop-blinken-abiy-discuss-food-aid-resumption-conflicts-in-amhara-and-oromia-regions/
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discusses with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed the resumption of food assistance in Ethiopia, starting next month. This follows the US Agency for International Development's (#USAID) announcement of the reinstatement of food aid distribution after comprehensive reforms by the Ethiopian government.
They also talk about consolidating peace in Northern Ethiopia and the need for regional cooperation. Blinken expresses concern about ongoing violence and emphasizes the importance of dialogue and negotiation to resolve conflicts.
The US government plays a key role in negotiations between the Ethiopian government and Oromo Liberation Army to end the conflict in the Oromia region.
https://addisstandard.com/asdailyscoop-blinken-abiy-discuss-food-aid-resumption-conflicts-in-amhara-and-oromia-regions/
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#ASDailyScoop: Blinken, Abiy discuss food aid resumption, conflicts in Amhara and Oromia regions - Addis Standard
Blinken and Abiy during the US-Africa Summit in Washington D.C. (Photo: Blinken/X) Addis Abeba – US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has discussed over the phone with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed about the resumption of food assistance across Ethiopia…
#Ethiopia: Six dead, thousands at risk of starvation in drought-hit #Sahala district of #Amhara region
Severe hunger caused by a devastating drought has led to the tragic deaths of six individuals in the Sahala District of the #Waghemra Zone, located in the Amhara Region of Ethiopia. Local officials attribute the fatalities to failed crops and limited humanitarian access due to ongoing conflict.
Mihret Melaku, head of the Waghimra Zone Food Security and Disaster Prevention Office, describes the situation as critical, revealing that all crops have failed this year. The ongoing conflict has further complicated matters by impeding the delivery of much-needed assistance, as road access problems hinder aid distribution.
The dire situation has prompted urgent calls for additional aid. Over 90% of Sahala's estimated population of 51,000 requires immediate support in terms of food, water, and medical assistance. The lack of resources has resulted in hunger-related illnesses, especially affecting children.
https://addisstandard.com/news-six-dead-thousands-at-risk-of-starvation-in-drought-hit-sahala-district-of-amhara-region/
Severe hunger caused by a devastating drought has led to the tragic deaths of six individuals in the Sahala District of the #Waghemra Zone, located in the Amhara Region of Ethiopia. Local officials attribute the fatalities to failed crops and limited humanitarian access due to ongoing conflict.
Mihret Melaku, head of the Waghimra Zone Food Security and Disaster Prevention Office, describes the situation as critical, revealing that all crops have failed this year. The ongoing conflict has further complicated matters by impeding the delivery of much-needed assistance, as road access problems hinder aid distribution.
The dire situation has prompted urgent calls for additional aid. Over 90% of Sahala's estimated population of 51,000 requires immediate support in terms of food, water, and medical assistance. The lack of resources has resulted in hunger-related illnesses, especially affecting children.
https://addisstandard.com/news-six-dead-thousands-at-risk-of-starvation-in-drought-hit-sahala-district-of-amhara-region/
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News: Six dead, thousands at risk of starvation in drought-hit Sahala district of Amhara region - Addis Standard
Six people have tragically succumbed to starvation in the Sahala district, while 4,600 livestock have perished due to a lack of pasture and water (Photo: Waghimra Zone Administration/Facebook) Addis Abeba – Six people have tragically lost their lives due…
#Sudan: #UN Secretary General orders review of UN mission in Sudan, appoints personal envoy
The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has ordered a review of the UN Mission in Sudan following the termination by the Sudanese government of the UN Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (#UNITAMS) with immediate effect on Thursday.
Stephane Dujarric, the spokesperson for the SG disclosed during a media briefing on Friday that the SG has appointed Ian Martin to lead the strategic review of the UN Mission in Sudan which will provide the Security Council with options on how to adapt the Mission's mandate. The SG also appointed Ramtane Lamamra, of Algeria, as his personal envoy for Sudan.
The UN will continue to engage closely with all actors, including the Sudanese authorities and members of the Security Council, to clarify next steps, the spokesperson said.
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The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has ordered a review of the UN Mission in Sudan following the termination by the Sudanese government of the UN Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (#UNITAMS) with immediate effect on Thursday.
Stephane Dujarric, the spokesperson for the SG disclosed during a media briefing on Friday that the SG has appointed Ian Martin to lead the strategic review of the UN Mission in Sudan which will provide the Security Council with options on how to adapt the Mission's mandate. The SG also appointed Ramtane Lamamra, of Algeria, as his personal envoy for Sudan.
The UN will continue to engage closely with all actors, including the Sudanese authorities and members of the Security Council, to clarify next steps, the spokesperson said.
Read more at: https://twitter.com/addisstandard/status/1725805478326788506
#Ethiopia: More than a dozen people killed in gov’t drone strikes in #Amhara; a school and bus station among targets struck: #UN
According to a recent statement by the United Nations Office of High Commissioner for Human Rights (#OHCHR), drone strikes by Ethiopian government forces in the Amhara region have resulted in the deaths of at least 20 civilians. The attacks targeted a school and a bus station, raising concerns about human rights abuses amidst ongoing clashes in Amhara.
Investigations reveal that some of the deadliest incidents occurred in early November, with civilians, including teachers, among the victims. The UN Human Rights Office has expressed concern over the devastating impact of drone strikes and other acts of violence on the population in the region.
As clashes persist between the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (#ENDF) and its allies, including the Amhara militia Fano, the UN agency emphasizes the importance of all parties refraining from unlawful attacks and taking measures to protect civilians.
https://addisstandard.com/news-more-than-a-dozen-people-killed-in-govt-drone-strikes-in-amhara-a-school-and-bus-station-among-targets-struck-un/
According to a recent statement by the United Nations Office of High Commissioner for Human Rights (#OHCHR), drone strikes by Ethiopian government forces in the Amhara region have resulted in the deaths of at least 20 civilians. The attacks targeted a school and a bus station, raising concerns about human rights abuses amidst ongoing clashes in Amhara.
Investigations reveal that some of the deadliest incidents occurred in early November, with civilians, including teachers, among the victims. The UN Human Rights Office has expressed concern over the devastating impact of drone strikes and other acts of violence on the population in the region.
As clashes persist between the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (#ENDF) and its allies, including the Amhara militia Fano, the UN agency emphasizes the importance of all parties refraining from unlawful attacks and taking measures to protect civilians.
https://addisstandard.com/news-more-than-a-dozen-people-killed-in-govt-drone-strikes-in-amhara-a-school-and-bus-station-among-targets-struck-un/
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#Ethiopia - #kenya: Craft Silicon donates its first solar-powered computer bus to Ethiopia to advance digital literacy
Craft Silicon Foundation, non-profit organization committed to advancing digital literacy, unveiled its pioneer free digital literacy program in Ethiopia by donating a first solar powered computer bus.
Designed to bridge the digital divide, this initiative seeks to empower individuals across the nation with indispensable digital skills.
Addressing the pressing need to foster digital inclusion, the Craft Silicon Foundation introduced solar-powered computer buses as a last-mile solution to narrow the significant digital gap prevalent among the youth, women, and children in Ethiopia.
These buses serve as a beacon of access, delivering essential digital education to communities.
Employing cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology, the program offers personalised and interactive learning experiences.
Participants gain access to a rich array of resources, including immersive video tutorials, engaging quizzes, and real-time feedback mechanisms.
“Digital literacy stands as the cornerstone of empowerment in our increasingly interconnected world,” emphasised Madam Priya Budhabhatti, CEO of Craft Silicon Foundation. “In today’s technological landscape, the ability to navigate, comprehend, and harness digital tools is not just a skill but a fundamental right.
https://www.kbc.co.ke/craft-silicon-donates-its-first-solar-powered-computer-bus-to-ethiopia-to-advance-digital-literacy/
Craft Silicon Foundation, non-profit organization committed to advancing digital literacy, unveiled its pioneer free digital literacy program in Ethiopia by donating a first solar powered computer bus.
Designed to bridge the digital divide, this initiative seeks to empower individuals across the nation with indispensable digital skills.
Addressing the pressing need to foster digital inclusion, the Craft Silicon Foundation introduced solar-powered computer buses as a last-mile solution to narrow the significant digital gap prevalent among the youth, women, and children in Ethiopia.
These buses serve as a beacon of access, delivering essential digital education to communities.
Employing cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology, the program offers personalised and interactive learning experiences.
Participants gain access to a rich array of resources, including immersive video tutorials, engaging quizzes, and real-time feedback mechanisms.
“Digital literacy stands as the cornerstone of empowerment in our increasingly interconnected world,” emphasised Madam Priya Budhabhatti, CEO of Craft Silicon Foundation. “In today’s technological landscape, the ability to navigate, comprehend, and harness digital tools is not just a skill but a fundamental right.
https://www.kbc.co.ke/craft-silicon-donates-its-first-solar-powered-computer-bus-to-ethiopia-to-advance-digital-literacy/
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Craft Silicon donates first solar-powered computer bus to Ethiopia
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#Ethiopia: #German Chancellor hosts #African, #G20 nations summit to promote economic growth
Today, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is set to host a meeting in Berlin under the G20's Compact with #Africa initiative. The gathering, part of the German government's commitment to supporting African countries in achieving economic progress, aims to generate additional private investment in African nations to bolster their economies. The Compact with Africa (#CWA) initiative was established during Germany's 2017 G20 presidency.
The Ethiopian delegation, headed by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, arrived in Berlin yesterday to take part in the meeting. Prime Minister Abiy met with German Chancellor Scholz to discuss matters of mutual interest ahead of the meeting.
"We have reached an agreement to enhance cooperation in areas such as clean energy, foreign direct investment, fertilizer production, and regional security issues," Prime Minister Abiy highlighted on X.
Today, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is set to host a meeting in Berlin under the G20's Compact with #Africa initiative. The gathering, part of the German government's commitment to supporting African countries in achieving economic progress, aims to generate additional private investment in African nations to bolster their economies. The Compact with Africa (#CWA) initiative was established during Germany's 2017 G20 presidency.
The Ethiopian delegation, headed by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, arrived in Berlin yesterday to take part in the meeting. Prime Minister Abiy met with German Chancellor Scholz to discuss matters of mutual interest ahead of the meeting.
"We have reached an agreement to enhance cooperation in areas such as clean energy, foreign direct investment, fertilizer production, and regional security issues," Prime Minister Abiy highlighted on X.
#Ethiopia: #Oromo special zone to repatriate more than 1,600 displaced households
The administration of the Oromo Special Zone in the #Amhara region has announced its efforts to repatriate over 1,600 households that have been displaced from their homes due to conflicts in their respective villages.
Ahmed Ali, the head of the Oromo Special Zone administration, disclosed that more than 145 million birr in both goods and monetary donations have been collected to support and rehabilitate those affected by the long-standing internal conflict. Additionally, Ahmed mentioned that there are currently over 1,092 households displaced from other regions residing in the zone.
In November 2023, Addis Standard reported that clashes in #Artuma_Fursi district within the Oromo Special Zone of Amhara region resulted in the reported deaths of over 18 individuals. In September 2023, #Majate town experienced two weeks of intense fighting, leading to the alleged loss of over 70 civilian lives at the hands of government forces.
The administration of the Oromo Special Zone in the #Amhara region has announced its efforts to repatriate over 1,600 households that have been displaced from their homes due to conflicts in their respective villages.
Ahmed Ali, the head of the Oromo Special Zone administration, disclosed that more than 145 million birr in both goods and monetary donations have been collected to support and rehabilitate those affected by the long-standing internal conflict. Additionally, Ahmed mentioned that there are currently over 1,092 households displaced from other regions residing in the zone.
In November 2023, Addis Standard reported that clashes in #Artuma_Fursi district within the Oromo Special Zone of Amhara region resulted in the reported deaths of over 18 individuals. In September 2023, #Majate town experienced two weeks of intense fighting, leading to the alleged loss of over 70 civilian lives at the hands of government forces.
#Ethiopia: Municipality to introduce measures to combat high vehicle emissions
The #Addis_Abeba Environment Protection Authority recently made an announcement requiring drivers of vehicles emitting high levels of smoke in the capital to find solutions beforehand. Additionally, the authority revealed that car smoke standards are currently being developed.
Dida Driba, general manager of the Authority, stated to the Ethiopian Press Agency that the car smoke standards are being prepared. Once the smoke emitted by each vehicle is measured, those exceeding the established limit will be denied service. Dida emphasized that cars emitting high levels of smoke are typically used for over 23 years, or more, after their manufacturing dates. As a result, drivers of older vehicles need to start preparing for alternative options.
Read more at: https://twitter.com/addisstandard/status/1726524795448164561
The #Addis_Abeba Environment Protection Authority recently made an announcement requiring drivers of vehicles emitting high levels of smoke in the capital to find solutions beforehand. Additionally, the authority revealed that car smoke standards are currently being developed.
Dida Driba, general manager of the Authority, stated to the Ethiopian Press Agency that the car smoke standards are being prepared. Once the smoke emitted by each vehicle is measured, those exceeding the established limit will be denied service. Dida emphasized that cars emitting high levels of smoke are typically used for over 23 years, or more, after their manufacturing dates. As a result, drivers of older vehicles need to start preparing for alternative options.
Read more at: https://twitter.com/addisstandard/status/1726524795448164561