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- Experts call for modernized construction technology and waste reduction to tackle Addis Ababa's housing deficit
Addis Ababa faces a housing deficit ranging from half a million to one million units, according to economic analysts. Experts emphasize that addressing the gap sustainably requires modernizing construction techniques…
- Chinese President Xi Jinping says Middle East must not become arena for major power rivalry
Chinese President Xi Jinping stated during talks with the Sultan of Oman that the Middle East and Gulf region should not become an arena for competition among major powers. He affirmed China's readiness to work with…
- Iran warns of wider war as Qatar tries to restart US–Iran talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran targeted only US military bases rather than Gulf neighbors and warned of severe retaliation. Meanwhile, Axios reported that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin…
- Ethiopia unveils 30 billion dollar power upgrade plan for next decade
Ethiopian Electric Power has announced a 30 billion dollar plan over the next ten years to upgrade generation capacity and transmission lines. Chief Executive Ashber Balcha stated that the strategy aims to generate…
- PM Abiy says government leaders are taking military training at Hurso
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said senior leaders of his government are undergoing training at the Hurso military training centre. He said the training, drawn from military science and experience, is meant to strengthen…
- Mo Ibrahim Foundation study notes declining political freedoms despite economic growth
A Mo Ibrahim Foundation study covering 2016 to 2025 indicates that while 44 of 54 African nations experienced economic growth, 34 faced challenges in security and rule of law. Civil liberties and freedom of expression…
- Ethiopian Electric Utility opens 11 EV charging stations in six cities
Ethiopian Electric Utility inaugurated 11 electric-vehicle charging stations in Bishoftu, Mojo, Adama, Batu, Hawassa and at five sites in Addis Ababa. Chief executive Getu Geremew said each new station can charge six…
- Awash Bank posts 38.3 billion birr pre-tax profit, up 49%
Awash Bank reported a pre-tax profit of 38.3 billion birr for the 2018 Ethiopian fiscal year, up 12.6 billion birr or 49%. Total assets reached 624 billion birr, deposits 469.3 billion birr and gross income 84.6…