Integrated transport networks key to boosting Africa’s connectivity

ADDIS ABABA – An integrated road network across Africa would significantly ease the movement of goods, people, and services across borders, according to the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) of... Read more »

 Ethiopia launches food fortification plan to combat malnutrition

ADDIS ABABA– Ethiopia has launched a 5-year National Food Fortification Program aimed at combating malnutrition by ensuring food safety and increasing micronutrient intake, according to the Ministry of Industry (MoI). The strategic... Read more »

 Reforms, AfCFTA poise Ethiopia to unlock forex trading potential

Ethiopia is on the brink of unlocking billions of USD in trade opportunities for the private sector, driven by its engagement in continental trade and anticipated GDP growth. Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen... Read more »

Corporation earns over 1.6 bln Birr gross profit before tax

Pays 2.8 bln Birr loss life compensation, vehicle insurance ADDIS ABABA – State owned Ethiopian Insurance Corporation (EIC) has earned over 1.6 billion Birr gross profit before tax during the year 2023/2024.... Read more »

Festival aspires to unite cultures, boost economic ties

ADDIS ABABA – The Puagmae Festival is set to celebrate its seventh annual event with a vibrant array of activities aimed at strengthening cultural bonds and promoting economic development. Puagmae Festival General... Read more »

Decades of research in cocoa set to yield sweet success

ADDIS ABABA-Ethiopia is gearing up to launch cocoa production, leveraging its favorable ecosystem after two decades of research on cacao, as disclosed by the Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research (EIAR). AbukiyaGetu, Cocoa... Read more »

Gurage Zone prepares to welcome 800,000 tourists for Meskel

ADDIS ABABA– The Gurage Zone Culture and Tourism Department has announced its readiness to welcome approximately 800,000 tourists for the upcoming MeskelHoliday, accompanied by a vibrant cultural festival from September 19 to... Read more »

IGAD forecasts higher than normal temperatures in HoA

ADDIS ABABA (ENA) – The Greater Horn of Africa (HoA) region will have warmer than usual temperatures from September to November, the Climate Prediction and Applications Center (ICPAC) of the Intergovernmental Authority... Read more »

Boosted exports, quality upgrades- Ethiopia’s path to trade balance

Ethiopia’s exports were 3.62 billion USD in 2023/24, while imports amounted to approximately 13.6 billion USD, resulting in a trade deficit of 9.98 billion USD. Bridging this gap requires strategic and sustained... Read more »

Gov’t launches bold skills dev’t initiative

ADDIS ABABA –The Ministry of Labor and Skills (MoLS), in collaboration with the International Labor Organization (ILO), has launched a new pilot initiative aimed at driving sustainable economic growth and creating jobs... Read more »