Finance ministers from across the Horn of Africa convened in Nairobi on Monday (July 14) for the 25th Ministerial Meeting of the Horn of Africa Initiative (HoAI), with digital connectivity and integration high on the agenda. Hosted at the African Development Bank (AfDB) headquarters, the meeting brought together finance ministers and high-level representatives from member […]
In a world where narratives shape power, Ethiopia is making it clear: media and think tanks have a vital role to play in strengthening the BRICS alliance and empowering the Global South. Speaking recently to Xinhua, Ambassador Nebiat Getachew, Spokesperson for Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, emphasized that BRICS is no longer just an emerging
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NEWS IN A Week in the Horn 18.07.2025 Ethiopia The Council of Ministers, chaired by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, held a two-day session from July 14 to 15 to review the 2018 National Development Plan. The meeting featured sector-specific reflections and assessments of the plan’s implementation and outcomes. The Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with
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The 3rd African Job Creation Forum officially opened on Monday (July 7) at the Adwa Victory Memorial Museum in Addis Ababa. Organized by the African Union (AU) in collaboration with the Government of Ethiopia, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, and AeTrade Group. The event was held under the theme “Advancing Job Creation
The Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with the Information Network Security Administration (INSA), launched a new digital platform named “Visit Ethiopia” on Tuesday (July 8), aimed at showcasing Ethiopia’s diverse tourism offerings and enhancing its international visibility. The website, officially unveiled at a ceremony in Addis Ababa attended by Tourism Minister Selamawit Kassa, INSA Director
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NEWS IN A Week in the Horn 11.07.2025 Ethiopia President Taye Atske Selassie bade farewell on Wednesday (July 9) to Ramiz Alakbarov, the outgoing UN Assistant Secretary-General and Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Ethiopia. The President commended him for his commitment and contributions during his time in the country. President Taye attended Comoros’ 50th Independence
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The 17th BRICS Summit took place in Rio de Janeiro on July 6 and 7, with Heads of State and Government of BRICS countries, partner countries, and leadership of outreach invitees in attendance. The summit saw high level deliberations on the topics of global peace and security, reform of multilateral institutions, climate finance, global health,
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Members of the diplomatic community based in Addis Ababa were briefed on Wednesday (July 9) on the preparations for the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS 2), scheduled to take place at the Addis International Convention Centre (AICC) from September 8-10, 2025. In his opening remarks, FM Gedion Timothewos stated that the Climate Summit is an
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NEWS IN A Week in the Horn 04.07.2025 Ethiopia President Taye Atske Selassie bade farewell to the Ambassadors of Canada, Sweden, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, commending them for their contributions to strengthening relations between their respective countries and Ethiopia during their tenure. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed addressed members of the House of People’s
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Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed addressed members of the House of People’s Representatives on Thursday (July 3), responding to questions raised from Members of Parliament regarding the government’s 2024/25 budget execution and the national development priorities for the next fiscal year. His remarks covered key economic sectors, major national initiatives, the broader political landscape and Ethiopia’s
