AU urged to advance global financial architecture reform agenda
BY ANDUALEM SISAY GESSESSE – African leaders and the African Union Commission (AUC) are urged to advance justice…
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Potentials, risks of Africa in global liquefied natural gas markets
By NJ Ayuk – The global energy marketplace is shifting toward the acceptance of natural gas as a…
WTO, OECD report reflects on data flow regulation
A new report by the World Trade Organization (WTO) Secretariat and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development…
IFC invests $50 million in Lagos Free Zone Company
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has announced an equity investment of up to $50 million in Lagos Free…
African Development Bank finances climate resilience projects
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved over $31 million in funding under…
Ethiopian Airlines to commence flight to Hyderabad
Expanding its global destinations, Ethiopian Airlines said it is set to launch of a new thrice-weekly passenger service…
Oando to discuss expansion in Africa at energy forum in Paris
As one of Africa’s largest indigenous energy companies, Oando is experiencing significant growth, driven by its landmark acquisition…
China’s XTransfer, Ecobank to support Africa SME’s foreign trade
XTransfer, the world-leading and China’s B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, and Ecobank Group, the leading private pan-African financial…
Uganda launches Ebola vaccination trial
In a global first, Uganda’s Ministry of Health, the World Health Organization (WHO) and other partners today launched…
ICD set to provide $100 million for Egypt
The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD), the private sector arm of the Islamic…
Global services trade growth hits new highs
The World Trade Organization (WTO) says the third quarter of 2024 saw services exports rise by 16 percent…
Merck Foundation, Africa’s first ladies mark World Cancer Day 2025
Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, marks ‘World Cancer Day 2025’ together with Africa’s…
Phoenix eyes welcoming more Ethiopian students in Canada
BY YANET FANTAYE WOGAYEHU – Phoenix Magnet Academy (PMA), one of the top boarding international high schools in…
S-RM, Invest Africa to extend strategic partnership
Global corporate intelligence and cyber security consultancy S-RM has announced the continuation of its strategic partnership with Invest…
Ethiopian Quality Award Organization, HayaSebat Marketing partnered
BY ANWAR HUSSEN MOHAMMED – With the aim of recognizing and awarding manufacturers of quality products and excellent…
Shipping, the silent artery of global trade
By Soji Thomas – “Nobody understands…”, this may not be a new statement for many of us, either…
Africa told to pursue just, inclusive circular economy model
Transitioning to a just and inclusive circular economy in Africa presents a unique opportunity to create jobs, stimulate…
Alabuga Start Expands in Russia: Experience of Participant from Nigeria
The Alabuga Start program is actively expanding in Russia, aimed at relocating young women from Africa, India, and…
Two summits in Djibouti, but no talk of Djibouti’s own struggles
By Faustine Ngila – The Horn of Africa is facing an unprecedented confluence of crises, marked by civil…
Saudia Achieves Global Leadership in On-Time Performance for 2024
Saudia, the national carrier of Saudi Arabia, announces a significant milestone, ranking first globally in departure on-time performance…
Bondholders can make 30% profit from rejected Ethiopia deal
A new report released today finds that Ethiopia’s bondholders would still make 30% profit from the government’s proposed…
World Travel & Tourism Council report reflects on travelers behavior
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) unveiled its latest report today, exploring the critical gap between travelers’…
Trump Comeback and Marco Rubio’s Role, Implications for Ethiopia
BY YANET YANTAYE WOGAYEHU – On January 20, 2025, Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the 47th…
South Africa to host African women dialogue on global agenda
South Africa is set to host a transformative gathering of 1,000 women, 16 from each of the 55…
Why Financial Protection Should Be Your First Step Toward Long-Term Wealth
Building long-term wealth begins with financial safety rather than investments or a big wage. You may protect yourself…
Developing economies face tougher slog, World Bank says
Developing economies—which fuel 60 percent of global growth—are projected to finish the first quarter of the 21st century…
One Industry launches socks production in Ethiopia
BY YANET YANTAYE WOGAYEHU / DEBRE BIRHAN – One Industry, a private company engaged in manufacturing sector in…
Debt, political uncertainty challenge world economy in 2025
With fragmentation, debt and political uncertainty, the global economy is set to face significant challenges in 2025, with…
DRC secures about $1.73 billion credit from IMF
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Wednesday approved a 38-month arrangement for The Democratic…
Premier Invest to host African energy forum in Paris
Premier Invest – a global investment conglomerate – is set to host a Deal Room at the upcoming…