President Biden promises partnerships with Africa on multiple fronts
The new President of the United States’ new President Joe Biden said his country will partner with African…
climate change
Transgenic crop introduction in Ethiopia sparks media debate
NEWS – ANALYSIS – By Mekonnen Teshome Tollera – The introduction of transgenic or Genetically Modified crops in…
Building resilience to climate change in Addis Ababa
By Mekonnen Teshome Tollera – Ethiopia’s capital Addis Ababa (Sheger) was born twice: first, as a crowded city;…
Africa business forum in Ethiopia to focus on prosperity
The third round of Africa Business Forum scheduled in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia next month is set to focus…
Off-grid, mini-grid technologies critical for Africa, report says
Expanding energy access across Africa with off-grid and mini-grid technologies offers $120 billion a year opportunity to power…
Developing countries set to build extreme weather resilience
Twelve international organizations are set to assist developing countries to build resilience against the impact of natural disasters…
Scientists urge Ethiopia to protect groundwater
BY GETU TEMESGEN – Groundwater is seen as having major potential for Ethiopia and Sub-Saharan Africa’s climate change…
Climate finance for developing countries reaches $71 billion
Climate finance provided and mobilized by developed countries for climate action in developing countries reached $71.2 billion in…
World Bank to provide $550 million to Ethiopia
The World Bank Group has approved $550 million grant and loan to Ethiopia. The funding approved last week…
President Mary Robinson reflects on ‘climate justice’ in Ethiopia
The UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) on Monday 20 May, 2019, hosted Mary Robinson, former president of…
Flooding leads to death of 6 people in Ethiopia
Last night heavy rain, which caused flooding, has led to the death of six people in Silte zone…
Climate change could make food less safe, experts warn
By Andualem Sisay Gessesse- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia- As the planet warms, governments must pay more attention to food…
Africa renewable energy projects secure $25 million equity investment
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group has approved an equity investment of up…
Empower women to help save Africa from climate change
Africa must unlock the power of its women and girls if it is to adapt to climate change,…
African countries get support to combat climate change
By Anwar Hussen Mohammed – The UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), through its African Climate Policy Centre…
Niger Basin Authority secures funding for climate change adaptation
In order to improve the resilience of the people and ecosystems of the Niger River Basin, the Board…
Africa climate meeting in progress in Nairobi
The 7th Climate Change and Development in Africa (CCDA-VII) conference continued in Nairobi Thursday with experts discussing the…
African needs one voice on climate issues
Africa needs to prepare and speak with one voice when it goes to COP 24 in Katowice, Poland,…
Africa Adaptation Initiative response to continental biggest challenge
African Adaptation Initiative is expected to be an opportunity to consider the most effective measures to help close…
Forum discusses Africa disaster risk financing program
Focusing on the Role of the African Risk Capacity (ARC) and the Africa Disaster Risk Financing Program (ADRiFi)…
Guinea set to improve 65,000 rural households incomes
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Government of Guinea signed a new financial agreement today…
Ethiopia calls on Africa to combat climate change
>BY GETU TEMESGEN – The second African Climate Talks opened in Addis Ababa Thursday with participants discussing issues…
Ethiopia host Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change meeting
Over 200 experts from about 60 countries are meeting in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to draft the outline of…
Ethiopia’s Challenge: Balancing Agriculture with Environmental Protection
BY ANDUALEM SISAY GESSESSE- Atnafu Endashaw, 12, travels on foot two hours every day from home to school.…