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Ethiopia bondholders’ $1bln debt restructuring talks collapse
The $1 billion debt restructuring talks between the Ethiopian government and bondholders have collapsed, extending Addis Ababa’s absence from international financial markets. Ethiopia’s Finance ministry said the talks on the terms of a potential...

Upland Rice Genotypes Show Blast Resistance in Ethiopia
In the rich tapestry of agricultural research, upland rice has emerged as a significant crop, notably in regions prone to adverse environmental conditions. The nuanced exploration of adult-plant resistance in upland rice genotypes against the...

Ethiopia’s mega dam wins U.S. backing for a technical fix amid tensions with Egypt
The United States has thrown its support behind a new technical initiative to address the long-running dispute between Ethiopia and Egypt over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), a massive hydropower project that has heightened regional...

5th PATDC, Made in Pakistan Exhibition witnesses remarkable progress in Addis Ababa
ISLAMABAD - The second day of the 5th Pakistan–Africa Trade Development Conference (PATDC) and Made in Pakistan Exhibition witnessed remarkable progress at Millennium Hall, Addis Ababa, marked by dynamic B2B meetings, a high-level visit from the...

Ethiopia’s Finance Minister Calls for Enhanced Support for Countries Facing Debt, Climate Risks
Addis Ababa, October 19, 2025 (ENA) -- Ethiopia’s Finance Minister Ahmed Shide reiterated the need for a more responsive and inclusive global financial architecture that effectively addresses the priorities of developing and climate-vulnerable...

Indonesia Seeks Stronger Economic Ties with Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, October 20, 2025 (ENA) -Indonesia is committed to boosting its economic cooperation with Ethiopia, a commitment underscored by the new Indonesian Ambassador. Following the presentation of his credentials at the National Palace,...

African Leaders at the Forefront of Water and Climate Resilience at the Global Summit in Madrid
MADRID, Spain, 20th October 2025 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/-As droughts, floods, and water crises intensify across the continent, African ministers and leaders are mobilizing ahead of the 2025 Sector Ministers’ Meeting (SMM), taking place on...
African Leaders Push Water Security Agenda at Madrid Climate Summit
African ministers are gathering in Spain this week to address what experts call the continent’s most pressing crisis: water security amid accelerating climate change. The meeting comes as nearly 400 million people across sub-Saharan Africa...

Pakistan-Africa Trade Ties Strengthen as “Made in Pakistan” Exhibition Opens in Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, October 18, 2025 (ENA)—The 5th Pakistan-Africa Trade Development Conference and “Made in Pakistan” Single Country Exhibition took place in Addis Ababa, bringing together more than 120 Pakistani companies and hundreds of business...

Cool fall weather breezes in
Cold weather has begun approaching Mid-Michigan with temperatures throughout this week predicted to be between to below usual temperatures. Mostly sunny skies are expected for Monday, with a warmer high of 59 degrees and low of 48 degrees. Tuesday...

Ethiopia’s Debt Restructuring Crisis: Why Our Authorities Must Do More
Ethiopia is currently navigating a decisive phase in its economic development. Recently, the Ministry of Finance announced the unsuccessful conclusion of restricted negotiations with holders of its US$1 billion Eurobond notes due in December 2024....

UN weather agency urges action to close gaps in disaster warning systems
GENEVA (Reuters) -The World Meteorological Organization urged action to close gaps in a global system of surveillance meant to protect people from extreme weather, saying on Monday that such early warnings were particularly needed in developing...

Medicine Shortages and Natural Disaster Risks Threaten Millions of IDPs
A severe medicine shortage and the devastating impact of natural disasters are compounding a dire humanitarian crisis for countless internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the Amhara and Tigray regions, according to a September 2025 report from a...

The Quest for Peace and Bread in Ethiopia
By: Sophonias A. Kassa Introduction: A Nation in Distress Once a beacon of African independence and resilience, Ethiopia now finds itself torn apart by internal conflict and economic despair. The dreams that accompanied the early years of reform...

Ethiopia’s Cut Flower Industry: A New Era of Fair Pricing and Transparency
In a strategic move to bolster Ethiopia’s cut flower export sector, the Ethiopian Ministry of Agriculture finalized a pivotal minimum floor price study on September 9, 2015. This comprehensive update, crafted through extensive consultations with...

Cheapest place to mine ‘crypto’: Iran leads, sustainability needed
Homepage > News > Business > Cheapest place to mine ‘crypto’: Iran leads, sustainability needed In the fast-paced world of block reward mining, electricity costs are key. As of 2025, mining one BTC takes about 266,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of...

Ethiopia, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthening Collaboration, Partnership
Addis Ababa, October 18, 2025 (ENA)— Vice President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), Ajay Bhushan Pandey, expressed appreciation for Ethiopia’s ongoing economic reforms and the Government’s strong commitment to infrastructure...

COP30 may see inking of key $1.3tn deal to bridge climate financing gap
A coalition of finance ministers from 35 countries, including India, has unveiled a five-point strategy to mobilise $1.3 trillion annually for climate finance, ahead of crucial negotiations at COP30 in Belém next month. The recommendations will...

Ethiopian Minister of Labor and Skills receives Sahrawi Minister of Education and fellow African counterparts participating in Africa Skills Week in Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), October 15, 2025 (SPS) – The Ethiopian Minister of Labor and Skills, Mrs. Muferihat Kamil, received on Tuesday afternoon the Sahrawi Minister of Education, Mr. Abdelkader Taleb Omar, member of the National Secretariat,...

Ethiopia’s Agricultural Tech Leap and Lessons from EIMA
Ethiopia, a nation with a rich agricultural heritage and a population heavily reliant on farming, stands at a critical juncture. The country, facing persistent challenges ranging from the impacts of climate change and soil degradation to volatile...