One in every ten women lives in extreme poverty
On International Women’s Day, UN Women calls for the world to “Invest in Women, Accelerate Progress” as the best way to accelerate economic growth and build more prosperous, equitable societies.
IMF expresses concern about conflicts in Ethiopia
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) echoed the recent concerns by the United States about the ongoing conflicts and violent incidents in Amhara and Oromia regions of Ethiopia.
Ethiopian Airlines celebrates March 8 with women-functioned flight
Ethiopian Airlines today celebrated the International Women’s Day, March 8 with an all women-functioned flight to London-Heathrow.
Kigali set to host 2024 Africa CEO Forum
Kigali, the capital of Rwanda is set to host the 2024 Africa CEO Forum from 16 and 17 May, 2024.
Report urges better resource management for attaining SDGs
The UN Environment Program’s (UNEP) International Resource Panel (IRP) has published the second edition of its Global Resources Outlook which argues that for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development to succeed, better…
USAID launches Feed the Future Ethiopia project
USAID Economic Growth and Resilience Office Director Amber Lily Kenny and State Minister Dr. Meles Mekonin from the Ministry of Agriculture, launched a $77 million Feed the Future Ethiopia Transforming Agriculture, and…
IGAD expresses concern about looming ecological disaster
The Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD) is extremely concerned about the looming ecological disaster posed to the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden by the sinking of Rubymar off the coast of…
Africa told to unite for global financial architecture reform
African countries should with one voice, advocate for the reform of the global financial architecture for it to be fit for purpose and serve Africa’s development priorities, said African economy ministers.
Ethiopian Airlines to launch 2nd Botswana destination
Ethiopian Airlines is set to launch a thrice weekly service between Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and Maun, Botswana, which will be its second destination to Botswana.
DP World to empower rural women in Somaliland
DP World has launched a new collaboration with Barefoot College International (BCI), aimed at empowering rural women in Somaliland with Solar Mamas initiative.
Ethiopia responding to active cholera outbreaks – MSF says
Ethiopia responding to active cholera outbreaks in collaboration with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF).
Ethiopian Airlines to increase number of Boeing 777X Jets
Ethiopian Airlines Group and Boeing, a leading global aerospace company announced the signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the purchase of the latest Boeing 777-9 airplanes.
US Embassy launches 4th academy of women entrepreneurs in Ethiopia
Empowering women in the economy and closing gender gaps in the world of work are key to achieving sustainable development, said the U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia, Ervin Jose Massinga.
MSC showcases innovative solutions for fresh produce industry
At the recent Fruit Logistica conference in Berlin, which took place recently, MSC, a world leader in container shipping, and logistics provider, showcased its unwavering commitment to support the fresh product sector…