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Ethiopian Airlines CEO criticizes suppliers over price gouging

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Ethiopian Airlines has expressed its dissatisfaction with certain component suppliers who have significantly increased the prices of their products,...

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Ethio Telecom aims to improve accessibility to digital ID targets

Ethio Telecom, the state-owned telecom provider, has recently announced the official launch of national digital ID registration in 29 cities, including Addis Ababa. The plan...

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Pre-owned clothes claim 53% market share in Ethiopia’s textile Industry, ETGAMA study finds

A recent study by the Ethiopian Textile and Garment Manufacturers Association (ETGAMA) has disclosed that second-hand garments, locally known as 'bonda', now constitute 53%...

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ESL sets sail toward expansion with new ultramax vessels

The Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics (ESL) has renewed hopes for building two additional ships at the Chinese shipyard after the relevant authority approved the...

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EEU to enhance services for its prepaid electricity users

The Ethiopian Electric Utility (EEU) is set to revolutionize the experience for nearly 900,000 prepaid electricity customers with the development of a new $48...

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Gebeya and UNHCR launch new platform, making it easy for businesses to discover refugee talent

Gebeya Inc., a leading Pan-African tech leadership company that specializes in Saas-enabled custom Talent Cloud innovation, and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, in Ethiopia have officially launched a digital...

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Calling Ethiopian & African Entrepreneurs: Apply Now for ABH’s $1.5M Grant Fund before Deadline!

Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) Prize Competition, the charitable initiative of the Jack Ma Foundation and Alibaba Philanthropy, recently launched its sixth annual quest to discover and support exceptional entrepreneurs...

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Solargoda Industries ventures into Ethiopian solar energy sector

In a significant step towards self-reliance in energy, Solargoda Industries S.C., the first Ethiopian company to manufacture solar panels from locally sourced silica sand,...

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Ethiopia launches largest crop insurance compensation program

Ethiopia's agricultural sector is witnessing a historic milestone with the launch of the country’s largest crop insurance compensation program. Pula, an agricultural insurance and...

Editorial

ETHIOPIA & THE HORN I

It seems the current definition of the Horn doesn’t include the two Sudans. A while back the whole Sudan was considered part of the Horn, but that conception seems to have...

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Rise of Pseudoscience

In the midst of late modernity, a troubling trend has emerged, one that threatens to undermine the very foundations of rational thought and scientific...

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Combating corruption?

Once upon a time, we prided ourselves on our perceived moral superiority, casting judgment on the corruption plaguing other African nations. However, the harsh...

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Advertisement only LOCAL Companies

Topic- UNICEF (Ethiopia) wishes to request eligible bidders to participate in the Invitation to Bid for the procurement of Chemical & laboratory Apparatus and...

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United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) No.PostCONTRACT TYPEPROCUREMENT REF. NO. Brief Job/Consultancy Description & Web-link for detailed advertSubmission deadline1Recruitment of National IC to provide technical support...

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FIELD SUPPORT SERVICES PROJECT (FSSP) – ETHIOPIA

Request for Proposal (RFP): Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist A) About FSSP Ethiopia - WUSC The FSSP in Ethiopia is a Global Affairs Canada (GAC) project managed...

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U.S. EMBASSY, ADDIS ABABA Call for Contractors for A/E Service

The Embassy of the United States of America in Addis Ababa is seeking an Architectural and Engineering Design consultant (AE) to provide design services...

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Rémi Maréchaux, The French Ambassador to Ethiopia, Reflects on transformative tenure amid Ethiopia’s conflicts and collaborative projects

In this exclusive interview with Capital’s Groum Abate, Rémi Maréchaux, the French Ambassador to Ethiopia, digs into the intricacies and challenges of his tenure...

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Gates Foundation CEO shares insights on Ethiopia visit and foundation’s ongoing commitment to Africa

Mark Suzman, CEO of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, is scheduled to visit Ethiopia from April 22 to April 26, 2024. His trip...

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Navigating logistics challenges and opportunities

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Crusading against exploitation: Combatting drug trafficking

Art & Culture

Arts and Culture

The LAB returns with explosive performances, futuristic vibes

The LAB with Yohannes Hadish is an explosive music series that offers one of the most anticipated and sought-after music experiences in Addis Ababa. It started at Labrina Restaurant...

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What’s Out Art Sale Event celebrates 19 years with a vibrant showcase at Hilton Addis

The "What's Out Art Sale Event," now in its 19th year, is set to dazzle art enthusiasts at the Hilton Addis this weekend. This esteemed gathering will feature more...

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Renowned Ethiopian singer Muluken Melesse passes away at 70

Muluken Melesse, a celebrated figure in Ethiopian music, has died at the age of 70. His death was confirmed by his family on April...

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Dazzling Congolese Dance Performance Closes Francophonie Day Celebrations in Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa came alive with the vibrant beats and moves of the Mboka Mboka Dance Performance, held at the Alliance Ethio-Française on Saturday, March...

Sports

Sisay Lemma got redemption winning Boston Marathon

Ethiopia’s Sisay Lemma and Kenya’s Hellen Obiri were victorious at the Boston Marathon, winning the World Athletics Platinum Label road race in 2:06:17 and 2:22:37 respectively. For Sisay Lemma, it...

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Usain Bolt’s 22-Year Record Shattered By 16-Year-Old Jamaican

A Jamaican teenager has made history by breaking Usian Bolt’s world record in the Under-17 400m event. Nickecoy Bramwell has shattered the eight-time Olympic gold medallist’s time by 0.07 seconds....

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Ethiopian Ruti Aga breaks course record in Daegu

Ruti Aga chopped 48 seconds off the course record at the Daegu Marathon, winning the World Athletics Gold Label road race in 2:21:08. Kenya’s Stephen Kiprop,...

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50000 Dollar incentive for Olympic Gold medal winner

In a landmark decision, World Athletics announced it will become the first international federation to award prize money at an Olympic Games, financially rewarding...

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Name: Firew Lakew

Education: Diploma in Auto-Electric and Graphics Design Company Name: Gorvi Mirror and Crafts Title: CEO Founded in: 2023 What it Does: Specializes in mirror design and crafts Headquarters: Addis Ababa Startup Capital: 50,000 birr Current Capital: ...

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Name: Tirsit Shiferaw

Education: Master's Degree Company Name: Kelem Ethiopia Tourism Promotion Title: Co-Founder and General Manager Founded in: 2022 What it does: Promotion of tourism destinations Headquarters: Addis Ababa Startup Capital: 300,000 birr Current Capital: Growing Number of Employees: ...

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Name: Sihine Negede

Education: Tertiary level Company Name: Lem Chaka Agro Industry Title: Co-founder and CEO Founded in: 2021 What it does: Transforming food waste into organic fertilizer Headquarters: Addis Ababa Startup Capital:...

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Name: Azeb Assefa

Education: MA in Marketing Management Company Name: Axis Marketing Services plc Title: Managing Director Founded in: 2012 What it does: Provides consultancy in Marketing and Business Development Services Headquarters:...

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Opinion

Time to stop the manmade disaster in Sudan

By Josep Borrell Fontelles “The world’s worst, most complex and cruel crisis”, is unfolding in Sudan without making it into onto our prime-time news, according...

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WE PROTECTING OUR PEOPLE — PUTIN’S INTERVIEW TO CARLSON

On February 9, Russian President Vladimir Putin gave an exended interview to the famous American journalist Tucker Carlson. This interview became a real breaking...

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Ethiopia’s Monetary Policy: A Historical Perspective on Currency and Inflation

Like in many other countries, Ethiopia's economic growth and stability have been significantly shaped by the way monetary policy is managed. Ethiopia has had...

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Exponential risk of financial crime

When digital businesses are welcomed, they have created an even greater number of uncertainties. This demands that CEOs and business leaders prioritize innovation as...

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Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Participates in a Meeting of Six Arab Foreign Ministers with United States Secretary of State

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani took part in a meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the State of Qatar,...

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Deputy Secretary Campbell’s Travel to Nigeria, the United Kingdom, and France

Deputy Secretary Kurt M. Campbell will travel to Abuja, Nigeria; London, United Kingdom; and Paris, France April 29-May 3. In Abuja, the Deputy Secretary will co-chair the sixth U.S.-Nigeria Binational...

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