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Ethiopia Extends Landmark $738 Million Loan to South Sudan for Cross-Border Infrastructure Project

In a historic first, Ethiopia has extended a loan exceeding $738 million to South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation, to fund the construction of a road connecting the two countries. This substantial loan aims to foster stronger economic ties and improve connectivity between Ethiopia and South Sudan, benefiting both nations. The loan, which comes with

November 5, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopian Airlines Welcomes Africa’s First Airbus A350-1000 to Its Fleet!

In a landmark achievement for African aviation, Ethiopian Airlines has officially received Africa’s very first Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. The handover ceremony was held at Airbus headquarters in Toulouse, France, marking a milestone moment for both Ethiopian Airlines and the African aviation industry. This brand-new aircraft is scheduled to arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

November 5, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopia Opens Doors to Global Banking: Kenya, Morocco, and UAE Lead the Charge

Ethiopia is ushering in a new era of economic transformation by liberalizing its banking sector, allowing foreign banks to enter one of Africa’s fastest-growing markets. With the recent approval of a bill permitting foreign bank ownership, partnerships, and branch openings, Ethiopia is attracting interest from lenders across Kenya, Morocco, and the UAE. As one of

November 4, 2024 • By Addis Insight

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Red Sea, GERD, and Beyond: Ethiopia’s Future Under Trump or Harris

As the 2024 U.S. presidential race intensifies, Ethiopia finds itself at a pivotal juncture, grappling with internal reforms and escalating regional tensions. The recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Ethiopia and Somaliland, granting Ethiopia access to the Red Sea, has exacerbated relations with Somalia, which views the agreement as a violation of its sovereignty. Concurrently,

November 4, 2024 • By Addis Insight

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Somalia to Relocate Ethiopian Embassy from Presidential Compound

Somalia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, has announced plans to relocate the Ethiopian Embassy, currently situated within the presidential compound, to a different location. In a statement to the media on November 4, Minister Fiqi explained, “The decision was made following public protests over the presence of a foreign embassy within the President’s

November 4, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Ethiopian Airlines to Welcome Africa’s First Airbus A350-1000 This Tuesday

Ethiopian Airlines is set to make history this coming Tuesday as it becomes the first airline in Africa to take delivery of the Airbus A350-1000, a groundbreaking addition to its expanding fleet. Aptly named “Ethiopia, Land of Origins,” this new aircraft celebrates Ethiopia’s cultural heritage while symbolizing the airline’s commitment to connecting Africa to the

November 3, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Travel

Earthquakes Shake Awash Region with 4.6 Magnitude, Felt in Addis Ababa

Yesterday evening, the Awash region experienced its second earthquake of the day, marking the latest in a string of tremors affecting the area. The U.S. Geological Survey reported that this earthquake, which occurred at 6:20 p.m., registered a magnitude of 4.6 on the Richter scale. The tremor was felt by many residents in Addis Ababa,

November 2, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Culture

Emperor Tewodros II’s Shield Returns to Ethiopia After 156 Years

In a momentous cultural victory, Ethiopia has successfully repatriated the Shield of Magdala, an artifact of deep historical significance looted by British forces during the 1868 Expedition to Abyssinia. Taken after the Battle of Magdala, which saw the capture of Emperor Tewodros II’s mountain fortress and the plundering of countless treasures, the shield will soon

November 1, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

Lemi National Cement Factory Officially Begins Product Distribution

The newly inaugurated Lemi National Cement Factory, the largest cement production facility in Ethiopia, announced yesterday that it has officially entered the market with its first batch of products. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) recently inaugurated the factory in the Amhara region, marking a significant milestone in Ethiopia’s industrialization efforts. With a daily production capacity

November 1, 2024 • By Addis Insight

Business

National Bank of Ethiopia Unveils Interbank Market Platform to Boost Liquidity for Banks

National Bank of Ethiopia Launches Online Interbank Money Market Platform to Strengthen Financial Stability Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – October 31, 2024 – In a landmark move, the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) announced the launch of an online Interbank Money Market platform designed to enhance liquidity management across the country’s banking sector. This initiative marks

October 31, 2024 • By Addis Insight