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How continental free trade deal benefits Ethiopia

April 7, 2019April 9, 2019 NBE

By Andualem Sisay Gessesse _ For the past decades much has been said about the need for African countries to be integrated economically and unite to advance development and face challenges collectively. Sub regional economic blocs such as, Economic Community of West African states, South African Development Community, East African Community, Economic Community of Central […]

Ethiopia reacts to European ‘weak antimoney laundering regime’ list

March 13, 2019March 13, 2019 newbusinessethiopia

The government of Ethiopia reacted today to the European Commission list of third countries with weak antimoney laundering and terrorist financing regimes, which includes Ethiopia.

Marriott International announces expansion in Africa

February 8, 2019 newbusinessethiopia

Expanding its presence across Africa, Marriott International announced three new deal signings across North and West Africa.

Ethiopia passes continental free trade deal

February 2, 2019February 2, 2019 newbusinessethiopia

The Council of Minister of Ethiopia today approves the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), which envisages creating the largest common market in the world.

AU to inaugurate statue of Ethiopia’s Emperor Haile Selassie I

February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 newbusinessethiopia

In recognition of his contribution to the foundation of the Organization of African Unity (OAU), the African Union (AU) is set to inaugurate Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia’s statue in February.

Burkina Faso, Mauritania set to host military exercises

February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 newbusinessethiopia

Burkina Faso and Mauritania are set to host the 2019 Flintlock 2019, an annual African-led, integrated military and law enforcement exercise at multiple locations.

Ethiopia detains 56 foreigners for cocaine, cannabis trafficking

January 31, 2019January 31, 2019 newbusinessethiopia

The narcotic division of Federal Police of Ethiopia has arrested 56 foreigners from 15 different countries involved in cocaine and cannabis trafficking.

Report lists Ethiopia among top ten investment destinations in Africa

January 17, 2019January 18, 2019 newbusinessethiopia

South Africa’s Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) new report, ‘Where to Invest in Africa’, listed Ethiopia among the top 10 African countries to invest in 2019.

Emirates launches additional flights to African countries

January 17, 2019January 17, 2019 newbusinessethiopia

From Casablanca, Morocco; Abuja, Nigeria; to Accra, Ghana; Conakry, Guinea; and Dakar, Senegal,Emirates is set to deploy additional flights to to Africa starting in June 2019.

Canada to host business forum on Africa

October 24, 2018October 24, 2018 newbusinessethiopia

Canadian Council on Africa (CCAfrica) and Mining Suppliers Trade Association Canada (MSTA Canada) is set to host the first collaborative Annual Forum: Creative Disruption.

Africa endorses continental report on population, development

October 18, 2018October 18, 2018 newbusinessethiopia

Ministers and senior government officials-in-charge of population in Africa met in Accra, Ghana, recently and endorsed a continental report of the five-year review of the implementation of the Addis Ababa Declaration on Population and Development (AADPD).

IFC applauds Ghana’s business climate

October 9, 2018October 9, 2018 newbusinessethiopia

By Malise Otoo – An official of the World Bank Group’s member organization, International Finance Corporations (IFC) applauds Ghana’s business climate and focus on small and medium enterprises.