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Canada chief of defence keeping an eye on Ethiopia

OTTAWA — Canada’s new chief of defence staff says that he is keeping his eyes on a handful of dangerous international situations that could require Canadian Armed Forces participation or intervention, and is promising a series of new initiatives aimed at improving military culture in the weeks ahead. “We’re watching closely what’s happening in Ukraine

November 27, 2021 • By Addis Insight

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Commissioner Lelise Dhugaa Rewarded Pan African Change Makers Award

Lelise Dhugaa was recommended for her outstanding leadership qualities, persistent and revolutionary strides to nation-building by creating a solid leadership and entrepreneurship space for socio-economic development. The 6th Pan African Humanitarian and Investment summit being held in Turkey under the theme “stronger together” strategic partnership for a prosperous Africa, Lelise Dhugaa was one of the

November 27, 2021 • By Addis Insight

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Japan sends officials to Djibouti for updates on the conflict in Ethiopia

Japan sent a team of officials from the Foreign and Defense ministries to Djibouti on Friday to gather information about an armed conflict in Ethiopia, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida mentioned. The move is aimed at preparing for possible evacuation by Japanese Self-Defense Forces aircraft of Japanese citizens from Ethiopia. About 40 Japanese citizens, excluding embassy

November 27, 2021 • By Addis Insight

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Why Ethiopia’s Fate Matters to China

By- Lukas Fiala The unfolding humanitarian and political crisis in Ethiopia has left many observers pessimistic about the likelihood of an inclusive and peaceful solution to the protracted conflict. After months of fighting between Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s central government and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), the Ethiopian state is at real risk of

November 26, 2021 • By Addis Insight

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Swedish-Ethiopian Ymer brothers lead Sweden to victory at Davis Cup Finals

Sweden brushed aside Canada in their Davis Cup Finals opening rubber in Madrid on Thursday while Australia were on the receiving end of a similar scoreline against Croatia. Brothers Elias and Mikael Ymer set seven-time Davis Cup champion Sweden on their way as they won their singles clashes with Elias defeating world No 264 Steven

November 26, 2021 • By Addis Insight

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Ethiopian Government revokes PDC license

Civil Society Organization Peace and Development Center revokes registration license. The letter, signed by the Authority’s Director-General Jima Dilbe, states that the organization’s license was revoked bypassing a state of emergency. The reason for the cancellation was stated in the letter as follows: “In accordance with Article 4, Sub-Article 9 of the State of Emergency

November 26, 2021 • By Addis Insight

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KEFI minerals set to launch its Tulu Kapi gold project in Ethiopia.

KEFI Gold & Copper PLC said Friday that it is now preparing for the launch of its Tulu Kapi gold project in Ethiopia. The AIM-listed miner said the site remains quiet despite the security situation elsewhere in the country, as the closest conflicts are several hundred kilometers away. The development of the Tuku Kapi gold

November 26, 2021 • By Addis Insight

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Warfront led by PM Abiy took over Kasagita

Ethiopian Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed has appeared on television today after announcing that he will lead the army. In a brief statement to the media, the Prime Minister stated that Kasagita had been captured, an area that was seized by the TPLF. He announced that the army he was leading was making great strides,

November 26, 2021 • By Addis Insight

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Ethiopians protest US pressure staged at the US Embassy

Earlier today, the Ethiopian government has said that the US Embassy in Addis Ababa and other organizations have continued to spread false information. In the past, they had spread rumors that Addis Ababa was under siege, but now they continue to lie that terrorist attacks are taking place. The Ethiopian government has warned the embassy

November 25, 2021 • By Addis Insight

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Ethiopia: As the war continues humanitarian aid is critical

yesterday, almost 40 trucks with humanitarian supplies, including food, left the Afar capital of Semera for Tigray – the first convoy to do so since 18 October.   Meanwhile, trucks containing fuel and medical supplies are still waiting for clearance in Semera.  Around 500 trucks of humanitarian supplies are required per week.  In November 2020, heavy

November 25, 2021 • By Addis Insight