Business

Ethiopia Secures Landmark Agreement for Debt Suspension and Eurobond Restructuring

In a significant move to alleviate its economic challenges, Ethiopia has secured an agreement with its bilateral creditors for a temporary suspension of debt services. This development comes as the country prepares to negotiate the restructuring of a $1 billion Eurobond due next year. Facing pressures like double-digit inflation, currency shortages, and increasing debt repayments,

November 16, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Business

Mohammed Al Amoudi’s Net Worth Surges 62% to $8.5 Billion in 30 Days

Ethiopian oil tycoon Mohammed Al Amoudi, recognized as one of Africa’s wealthiest individuals, has witnessed a substantial increase in his fortune. In just a month, his net worth skyrocketed by 61.9%, reaching $8.5 billion. This growth, tracked by Bloomberg, began in mid-October 2023 from a baseline of $5.24 billion, culminating in a $3.25 billion boost

November 16, 2023 • By Addis Insight

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How AI generated Visual Art is Shaping Social Commentary in Ethiopia

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a significant tool for political and social expression in Ethiopia, particularly through AI-generated art. This emerging trend reflects a growing intersection between technology and socio-political discourse, offering a novel and impactful medium for voicing concerns and raising awareness. Emergence of AI in Ethiopian Socio-Political Landscape Ethiopia’s socio-political challenges, ranging from

November 15, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Business

USAID Resumes Food Assistance in Ethiopia Following Significant Reforms

In a major step towards humanitarian aid reform, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) announced the resumption of food assistance across Ethiopia starting next month. This decision comes after months of diplomatic engagement and negotiations led to major reforms in Ethiopia’s food assistance structure. Jessica Jennings, a spokesperson for USAID, highlighted the United

November 15, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Opinion

Can We Reap a Hope of Optimism in the Audacity of PM Abiy Ahmed?

By Eyob Asfaw Gemechu On 14 November 2023, PM Abiy Ahmed broke his silence publicly after he engaged with MPs.   His last appearance to directly communicate with the public was during his recently controversial statement on Ethiopia’s access to the Red Sea.   Arguably, as a typical politician and statesman, in all of his speeches, he

November 15, 2023 • By Addis Insight

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November 15, 2023 • By Addis Insight

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The Infinix NOTE 30: A Smartphone that Delivers on Every Level

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November 15, 2023 • By Addis Insight

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Ethiopian Airlines Agrees to Landmark Order for Up to 67 Boeing Jets

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines today announced the carrier has agreed to order 11 787 Dreamliner and 20 737 MAX airplanes with an opportunity for 15 and 21 additional jets, respectively. The agreement, signed by Ethiopia’s national carrier at the Dubai Airshow, represents the largest-ever purchase of Boeing airplanes in African history. “We

November 14, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopia’s Economic Outlook: Prime Minister’s Optimism Contrasts with Fitch Ratings’ Downgrade

Ethiopia’s GDP Growth and Fitch Ratings’ Concerns While Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Dr.) projected a rosy picture of the nation’s economic growth in his recent parliamentary address, citing a doubling of the GDP to approximately $164 billion, a contrasting perspective emerges from Fitch Ratings. On November 2, 2023, Fitch Ratings downgraded Ethiopia’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency

November 14, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Business

EthSwitch Unveils Game-Changing National Payment Gateway in Ethiopia

Today marked a significant advancement in Ethiopia’s digital payment sector with the inauguration of the National Payment Gateway (NPG), developed by EthSwitch. The launch event, held in Addis Ababa, was attended by EthSwitch CEO Yilebes Addis, who introduced the NPG platform. This new development promises to transform the processing of online transactions nationwide. At the

November 13, 2023 • By Addis Insight