ADDIS ABABA – The Ministry of Culture and Sport (MoCS)has announced the establishment of the Association of Ethiopian Translators and Interpreters.
According to information from the Ministry’s official page, the Association was founded last Saturday.
Speaking at the launch, MoCS Language Research and Translation Development Expansion Leading Executive Kefyalew Abdisa emphasized his institute’s commitment to expanding translation and interpreting professions, creating jobs, and playing a crucial role in the country’s holistic development.
Kefyalew highlighted the Ministry’s collaboration with higher education institutions to develop skilled translation and interpreting professionals. This includes curriculum development to foster conducive learning environment.
The Organizing Committee of the Founding General Assembly Chairperson Mekonen Bezabih on his part emphasized the growing importance of translation and interpreting in the contemporary world. He underscored their significance in fostering social connections, developing trade, investment, and tourism.
“While Ethiopia has a long history of translation experts who have significantly contributed to education, research, justice, faith, and technology transfer, their contributions have not been adequately documented or recognized,” Mekonen stressed.
He noted that 350 institutions are registered with the Documents Authentication and Registration Agency. The primary objectives of the Association are to advance sector development and foster collaboration among professionals.
The Founding General Assembly concluded with the election of three members to the Executive Committee of the General Assembly, five members to the Association’s Executive Committee, and three members to the Internal Audit Committee, according to The Ethiopian Herald.
BY MESERET BEHAILU
THE ETHIOPIAN HERALD THURSDAY 2 JANUARY 2025
