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Skills Learning Goes Digital

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 21 May 2020 – As part of its continued efforts to build digital skills capacity, employability, and close the skills gap on the African continent, Microsoft 4Afrika has partnered with Pan-African EdTech company and talent marketplace Gebeya Inc. and the Technology and Innovation Institute, Ethiopia (TechIn) to launch its first virtual SkillsLab

June 2, 2020 • By Addis Insight

PM Dr. Abiy Ahmed

The Prime Minister Apologizes for ‘Economists and Political Scientists’ Speech

Prime minister Abiy apologizes for his speech at the Prosperity Party fundraiser on Sunday, in which he said economists and political scientists get doctorates by writing stories about ‘rich people and uneducated political leaders.’   In a press release on Friday, Abiy said that ‘causing disappointment’ was not his intention, after the speech caused an

March 21, 2020 • By Eldad Damte

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Canadian Prime Minister Concludes a Three Days Visit in Ethiopia

The Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau concludes his visit to Ethiopia. The prime minister on a press release today said that his stay in Ethiopia was a success.   He additionally said that he had met with prime minister Abiy Ahmed.  And From the discussion, he observed that the prime minister is working to transform

February 10, 2020 • By Eldad Damte

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Ethiopia Secured its National Interest During Nile Dam Negotiation in DC

Ethiopia Secured its National Interest During Nile Dam Negotiation in D   The foreign ministers and water ministers of Ethiopia and Egypt meeting in Washington DC concluded on Wednesday. Reports suggest that the discussion was fruitful.   Foreign minister Gedu Andargachew and Dr.Sileshi Bekele minister of Water, Irrigation, and Energy had a press release from

January 17, 2020 • By Eldad Damte

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Abiy’s Visit in Three African Countries: Was it a Success?

Prime minister Abiy Ahmed has returned home today after a week-long visit in three African countries. His stay in Guinea Conakry, Equatorial Guinea, and South Africa for the past six days was filled with honor, agreement, and serious discussions.   The Republic of Guinea, the West African country, was Abiy’s first destination on 7 January.

January 13, 2020 • By Eldad Damte

PM Dr. Abiy Ahmed

Prime Minister Abiy Responded to Trump’s Nobel Peace Prize Claim

Prime minister Abiy Ahmed during his official visit in South Africa given a reply to the US president’s claim of the Nobel peace prize. When he was asked his thoughts about Trump’s objection, the PM said that it should be forwarded to the Nobel committee.   Last week the US president during his rally campaign

January 13, 2020 • By Eldad Damte

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The Nile Dam Negotiation Failed Because of Egypt’s Unexpected Deal

The final technical GERD negotiation ended with disagreement. Sileshi Bekele Water, Irrigation and Energy Minister of Ethiopia said that it was unsuccessful because of Egypt’s unexpected deal.   The minister said that it looks like the Egypt team came to Addis Ababa, deciding to disagree. ‘We have observed that there was an attitude from the

January 10, 2020 • By Eldad Damte

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Addis Ababa Hosted the Final GERD Negotiation Meeting

The water ministers of Sudan and Egypt arrived on Tuesday in Addis Ababa to attend the final and the fourth technical meeting on GERED negotiation. Representatives of the US and the World Bank also participated in the meeting having an observer role.   According to reports, the two days meeting focuses on filling and operating

January 8, 2020 • By Eldad Damte

PM Dr. Abiy Ahmed

Nobel Laureate Abiy Ahmed Recognized President Isaias Afwerki for Nobel Prize Win

The 2019 Nobel Peace Prize winner, Abiy Ahmed, cited Eritrean president Isaias Afewerki for his contribution to win the prize. Abiy mentioned Isaias today during his speech on the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize award ceremony at Oslo City Hall. Berit Reiss-Andersen, Chair of the Nobel committee, mentioned the achievements of the prime minister, which led

December 10, 2019 • By Eldad Damte

PM Dr. Abiy Ahmed

Ethiopian Prime Minister Will Collect his Nobel Prize Next Tuesday

The 2019 Nobel Peace Prize winner, prime minister Abiy, will travel to the Norwegian capital next Tuesday to receive his award. Recall that, the Nobel Committee announced his winning on September 30. Different kinds of award ceremonies are expected to happen in Oslo.   The Nobel Committee during the announcement highlighted the prime minister’s initiative

December 6, 2019 • By Eldad Damte