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Sudan rejects interventionist
Electric mobility must be a driver
Mali and Algeria outline route
600 prisoners pardoned on
Guinea and Morocco with 25
Thirteen killed in paramilitary attack
Morocco exceeds 14 million tourists
Sudanese paramilitary allies
Weighing Africa's energy potential ---
Ethiopia celebrates Meskel festival,
one of the largest in the country
Addis Ababa, September 26th, 12:27am
Addis Ababa, September 26th, 12:27am
(Prensa Latina)
Followers of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church today celebrate Meskel,
considered one of the most important religious events in the
country, which commemorates the discovery of the
true cross on which Jesus was crucified.
Officially qualified as the Feast of Commemoration of the Discovery
of the True Holy Cross of Christ, it was inscribed in 2013 on the
Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of
Humanity of the United Nations Educational,
Scientific and Cultural Organization.
Although it is a Christian holiday in the Orthodox churches
of Ethiopia and Eritrea, most people participate, without
distinction of age, gender, language, ethnicity or
religious creed.
The arrival of Meskel coincides with the blooming of yellow
flowers (Adey Ababa, in Amharic), whose bright colours
are closely associated with this season.
Across the country, families and communities are celebrating
this new beginning with gatherings, traditional dishes, music,
greetings and customs that give Ethiopian New Year 2019 -
its distinctive character.
On the occasion of the two-day festivities, Prime Minister Abiy
Ahmed extended the invitation to foreign tourists - to discover
Ethiopia, also driven by measures aimed at facilitating travel
and access to the country.
For the visitor, it is an opportunity not only to witness a festival,
but to learn about a tradition, whose meaning endures through
the centuries.
According to legend, Queen Helena, mother of the Roman Emperor
Constantine the Great, discovered in the fourth century the cross
on which Jesus was crucified. The monarch prayed to know the
place and dreamed that she should make a bonfire, the smoke
of which would direct her to where the cross was.
The latter refers to the Demera festival, celebrated this afternoon,
and consists of erecting a bonfire and in its surroundings the
priests sing hymns, recite prayers and dance from before
sunset and until ....almost the end of the day.
The Ministry of Tourism launched a Digital Tourism Information
Centre at its headquarters in Addis Ababa, equipped with high-
tech screens and interactive devices, to provide visitors with
information in a more engaging way.
Meanwhile, the Visit Ethiopia digital platform is being upgraded
with artificial intelligence features, designed to provide more
personalized tourism services, as part of a broader effort,
to align Ethiopia's sector development ...with
digital transformation.
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Africa ------ must have a say in
global AI rules – South Africa
September 25th, 1:10pm
(rt.ru)
The continent’s resources and young population
give it a major role in emerging technologies,
Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola has said.
Africa must have a say in shaping the global rules that govern
artificial intelligence, South African Foreign Minister Ronald
Lamola has said, arguing that the continent should play a
greater role in emerging technologies.
Speaking at the 81st UN General Assembly in New York on
Thursday, Lamola linked Africa’s role in AI development to
the continent’s vast reserves of critical minerals and its
young population. He said these resources could help
narrow the gap between richer and poorer countries,
while African states could contribute to AI research
and innovation.
“Africa -- must have a stake in shaping the rules that govern
the development and deployment of artificial intelligence,”
the minister said.
Lamola also renewed Pretoria’s push for broader reform of
global institutions, particularly the UN Security Council.
Africa accounts for more than a quarter of UN member
states, yet has no permanent seat on the council.
Earlier this month, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa
proposed that BRICS establish an international mechanism
for the independent scientific assessment of AI. Speaking
at the group’s summit in New Delhi, he also called for
AI companies to face formal external checks, and
government oversight.
South Africa - is also developing its own AI industry. Johannesburg-
based company Lelapa AI has built language technology
designed for African languages ----- focusing on smaller
and more resource-efficient models that can operate
with limited computing power.
designed for African languages ----- focusing on smaller
and more resource-efficient models that can operate
with limited computing power.
The African Union (AU) has also sought to give the continent a
greater role in global AI governance. Its Continental Artificial
Intelligence Strategy, adopted in 2024, calls for an Africa-
centred approach to the technology & the development
of common governance frameworks, to ensure its
responsible use.
Earlier this month, the AU brought together African diplomats in
Geneva to coordinate the continent’s position in international
negotiations on AI and digital policy. The bloc said African
countries could help shape global AI standards and rules
by presenting a common position in international talks.
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Africa rejects new scramble for
minerals – Ghanaian president
September 25th, 1:05pm
(rt.ru)
The continent seeks equal partnership, John Mahama has
said and warning -- against predatory resource extraction.
Africa will not accept another era of colonial-style resource
extraction as global demand for critical minerals grows,
Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has told
the UN General Assembly (UNGA), calling for
structural reforms --------- to address
historical injustices.
The remarks come as the US and EU pursue deals with African
governments to secure minerals such as copper, cobalt, and
lithium for electric vehicles, batteries, and power grids,
while seeking to reduce their reliance on China.
African countries hold substantial deposits, but often export raw
minerals. A UN Trade and Development report published in June
says many mineral agreements still focus heavily on extraction
---- warning that resource-rich African countries could miss out
on the value generated by processing and manufacturing.
“Africa - will not remain a passive arena for a new scramble
for resources,” Mahama said on Thursday. He said African
countries must process their minerals at home, build
local industries, and retain much more of the
wealth they generate.
Several African governments have moved to tighten control over
their mineral resources in recent years. DR Congo, the world’s
largest cobalt producer, has banned exports of copper and
cobalt concentrates to encourage local processing under
an order reported in August. Zimbabwe also suspended
exports of raw minerals and lithium concentrates
in February.
Ghana has required licensed aggregators to refine gold locally since
September 1, with Mahama pledging to end raw mineral ore exports
by 2030. In July, the West African nation’s neighbour Mali created a
state body to oversee artisanal gold sales -- and curb smuggling,
while Niger nationalized the Somair uranium venture operated
by the French government-owned Orano, last year.
Aside from critical minerals, Mahama also renewed the call
for slavery reparations in his role as the African Union’s
champion for the campaign. In March, Ghana secured
a UN resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave
trade and chattel slavery as the gravest crimes
against humanity. It passed, with 123 votes.
The US, Israel, and Argentina ------- voted
against it. 52 countries ..abstained.
Mahama welcomed what he called - “positive overtures”
from countries, particularly the Netherlands, Germany,
and France, as well as from institutions, on reparatory
justice and restitution following the passage of the
“historic resolution.”
The Ghanaian leader, however, said real repair requires
“structural transformation,” including “dismantling the
persistent engines of exploitation: unfair global trade
regimes, continuing predatory resource extraction,
discriminatory credit ratings, [and] unsustainable
debt burdens.”
“Africa does not seek charity. Africa seeks
equal partnership,” Mahama declared.
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Eleven killed.. in South
Africa house shooting
September 25th, 11:55am
(rt.ru)
Police have launched a manhunt after gunmen
opened fire on a gathering south of Durban.
Eleven people have been killed and three others wounded
in a mass shooting in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal
province, police said on Wednesday.
According to the South African Police Service (SAPS) --- armed
assailants entered a house in the Ziko area of KwaMakhutha,
south of Durban, on Tuesday night .....and opened fire on a
group of 14 people who were having a party inside.
The motive for the attack has not yet been established.
Ten people, including a pregnant woman, died at the scene,
while four others were taken to hospital, where one later
succumbed to gunshot wounds, local media reports.
KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda
said preliminary investigations indicated that some of the
victims had been on the radar of Crime Intelligence in
connection with suspected illegal activities.
Acting National Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Puleng
Dimpane ordered the activation of a 72-hour operation to track
down those responsible. No arrests have been announced.
Dimpane said investigators were pursuing a “promising lead”, that
could help identify and apprehend the suspects. “Police must act
decisively, mobilise all the available resources and pursue those
responsible - until they are brought before the courts,” she said.
South Africa has seen a series of violent incidents in recent
weeks. Earlier this month, the body of a tenth woman was
discovered in Gauteng, amid a string of killings in the
province. The unidentified victim, believed to be in
her 20s, was found wrapped in plastic in a dam
in Moroka, Soweto. Police said at the time
that they were investigating whether
the deaths were linked.
The country continues to record high levels of violent crime
despite a recent decline in killings. The latest police
figures show that 5,427 murders were recorded
nationwide between April and June 2026,
down 5.9% from 5,770 in the same
period last year. Police also
recorded 6,958 attempted
murders during the three-
month period, a rise of
8.7% year-on-year.
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Ethiopia faces return to
war as fighting spreads
September 25th, 8:30am
(rt.ru)
The federal army says....... it killed 272
regional fighters in a counteroffensive.
Fighting has escalated between Ethiopian troops and Tigrayan
forces, triggering the suspension of flights to the holy town of
Lalibela amid fears of a return to full-scale war in the north
of the country.
Ethiopia’s federal army said it repelled attacks in Amhara’s North
Wollo Zone and killed 272 Tigrayan fighters and wounded 260
others in a counteroffensive. Northeast army commander
Lieutenant General Assefa Chekol said fighters from the
Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) and allied
groups attempted to break through at
several locations.
“The army is carrying out the crucial task of clearing the occupied
zone of the enemy by conducting targeted counter-attacks from
key military positions it holds,” Chekol said in a statement
on Thursday.
The suspension of flights to Lalibela, home to UNESCO-listed rock-
hewn churches, came a day after TPLF-linked forces seized the
airports in Mekelle, Axum, and Shire. Ethiopian Airlines also
halted flights to these three cities in Tigray.
The two sides give conflicting accounts of how the fighting began.
On Wednesday, an adviser to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed accused
the TPLF of launching an “all-out offensive” against government
positions in Amhara and Afar.
Tigray’s regional authorities said their troops entered a “defensive
battle” after federal forces attacked them with aircraft, drones,
and artillery on Tuesday.
“We are in the situation of a full-blown war now,” TPLF
Vice President Amanuel Assefa told AFP on Thursday.
The TPLF dominated Ethiopian politics for nearly three decades
before Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed took office in 2018. A power
struggle between his government and Tigray’s leaders
erupted into war in November 2020. Eritrean troops
and Amhara forces fought alongside the federal
army against the Tigrayan forces.
Hundreds of thousands died..... before an African Union-mediated
peace agreement was signed in 2022. The agreement ended the
large-scale war, but disputes over territory, a return of displaced
people, and the disarmament of Tigrayan forces are unresolved.
In May, the TPLF restored Tigray’s prewar regional council and
elected party leader Debretsion Gebremichael as president
after a dispute over the region’s leadership.
The latest escalation follows Sunday’s announcement of an
alliance between the TPLF and six other groups, including
its former Amhara foes, to remove Abiy’s government.
The African Union has condemned the violence, warning that “the
formation of new political and military alliances” risks further
destabilizing the region ....and “reversing the gains made to
silence the guns, since 2020.” It said the airport seizures
and detention of federal personnel violate the 2022
peace agreement, asking AU mediator and former
Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo, to
re-engage with the parties.
The UN has called for civilian protection
and humanitarian access.
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Egypt rolls out first
homegrown robot
homegrown robot
September 25th, 5:55am
(rt.ru)
The robotic arm contains around 80% locally
produced components --- and is being
deployed on a packaging line
Egypt has unveiled the first locally developed industrial
robot, as the country seeks to expand domestic
manufacturing and reduce its reliance on
imported industrial technology.
The robot was officially launched and handed over at a
ceremony attended by Industry Minister Khaled
Hashem on Wednesday. According to the
Ministry of Trade and Industry, it was
developed by Egyptian engineers,
with locally produced technology.
Local media reported that around 80% of its components
are domestically produced, with developers aiming for
90% .....once motor production is localized.
The robotic arm.. is already being used commercially. It is
being integrated.. into packaging equipment operated by
Egyptian manufacturer QB and is designed for industrial
packaging and automation on production lines.
Hashem said localizing the production of machinery and
manufacturing lines --- is a key part of Egypt’s national
industrial strategy. He added that the ‘Made in Egypt’
label is intended to reflect the country’s ability to
develop technology, and integrate into global
supply chains.
The ministry said it will monitor the robot’s performance in
industrial operations to assess its effectiveness --- and
encourage wider adoption by Egyptian factories.
Egypt is not the only African country developing local expertise
in industrial robotics. Tunisia’s TIRA Robots has developed
robotic arms for integration into production lines, while
other local engineering companies, including XPERT
-MECA, design automated machinery and integrate
industrial robots produced by manufacturers
such as KUKA.
Industrial automation - is also well established in South Africa and
Morocco, particularly in the automotive sector. Local companies
integrate foreign-made robots into production lines. Morocco-
based MTS Robotics ....develops automated systems for
welding, assembly, handling, and packaging.
Cairo has also seen locally developed robots outside the
industrial sector. In September, a team from Tanta
University won the national RoboDam 2026
competition with an autonomous robot
designed for cleaning operations.
The university said the system could be manufactured locally
at a significantly lower cost than imported alternatives.
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Sudan rejects interventionist
statements --------- by the US
Khartoum, September 24th, 11:46am
(Prensa Latina)
The Sudanese Foreign Ministry rejected the statements of the
US that put the Sovereign Transitional Council (CST), which
governs the country, and the rebel paramilitary forces
on an equal footing, it was learned here today.
Thus, Sudan's Foreign Ministry reaffirmed its national sovereignty,
in a statement issued the day before, and urged Washington to
dialogue positively with the country's current authorities.
In recent days, the US has exerted heavy pressure on Sudan's
military to agree to a 90-day ceasefire, amid a government
offensive against paramilitaries, who have lost control
of several regions in North Kordofan.
For its part, Khartoum rejects such a truce and argues that such a
step would allow the regrouping of the so-called Rapid Support
Forces (RSF) ------- and interrupts the advances made by the
army, recently.
As an additional pressure mechanism, the US denied CST President
General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan a visa to attend the UN General
Assembly in New York ----------- if he does not first accept the
proposed truce.
The Government of Sudan also considered that any effort to
achieve peace cannot ignore the external interference and
illicit sources of support for the rebellion, which contribute
to prolonging the war.
Since mid-April 2023, this African nation has been mired in an
internal war, after power disputes between army chief Abdel
Fattah al-Burhan and the leader of the paramilitary RSF,
Mohamed Hamdan Daglo, have been ''fuelled.''
The fighting is keeping more than 11 million Sudanese out
of their homes, in what experts say is the world's largest
displacement crisis.
The US fuelled war also destroyed countless livelihoods,
plunging the country into a complex spiral of hunger
and death.
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Senegal partners with Turkish
company ......for new refinery
Dakar, September 24th, 11:28am
(Prensa Latina)
With an investment that should exceed two billion dollars,
a refinery with a capacity of four million tons per year
will be built in Senegal, a government statement
said today.
The partnership is between the African Refining Society (SAR) and
the Turkish company Yamata. The signing of the memorandum
was attended by the Director General of the SAR --- Mamadou
Abib Diop & the General President of Yamata, Cengiz Duyar.
The signing was attended... by the Senegalese
head of state, Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye.
The project also provides for the modernization of the Mbao
refinery, currently in operation, with an investment of
between 300 and 500 million dollars.
The Presidency indicated that the new refinery will cover
the national needs of petroleum products and generate
surpluses for the subregional market.
According to the report, more than 15,000 direct jobs are
expected to emerge during the construction phase,
especially ------ in the fields of engineering,
maintenance and industrial logistics.
The Government of Senegal assured that this agreement
represents a stage in the implementation of the energy
sovereignty objective.
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Niger's Heavy Military Casualties - in
Clash ....with US-backed ''Islamists''
Clash ....with US-backed ''Islamists''
Niamey, September 24th, 10:46am
(Prensa Latina)
The government of Niger confirmed today - the death
of several soldiers in combat with alleged Islamists
that occurred in the region of Tillabéri, in the west
of the country.
Without specifying the number of fatalities, the Niamey
authorities described the casualties as "numerous"
in their army and pointed out that the clash took
place in the so-called three-border area, with
Mali and Burkina Faso.
According to the Ministry of Defence, the soldiers were
taking part in a tracking operation, after a cattle theft
last Tuesday in the region of Abala ---- and were
ambushed the day before, by a column of
heavily armed men.
According to the source, after the fighting, the alleged
Islamists retreated to the north of the country, where
their main bases are located.
It was also said that search and security
operations continue ----------- to locate
fugitive enemies.
At the end of last August, the military ruling Niger
suffered an attempted coup d'état, which was
the third military insubordination so far this
year, although the two previous incidents
also involved so-called Islamist groups.
The head of Niger's military junta, Gen. Abdourahmane Tiani,
came to power in a coup 3 years ago, but his government
has been constantly besieged by attacks by groups
affiliated with the so-called Islamic State and
al-Qaeda... both controlled by the US.
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Polisario criticises Chile's support
for Moroccan ''autonomy'' plan
Algiers, September 24th, 10:24am
(Prensa Latina)
The Popular Front for the Liberation of Saqya el Hamra and
Rio de Oro (Polisario), criticized the Chilean government
for supporting the Moroccan autonomy plan for the
territory of Western Sahara, it was learned
here today.
The Polisario also stressed, in a statement issued the day before,
that in this way Chile departs from the principles of the Charter
of the United Nations and International Law.
The document also points out that this decision constitutes a
serious setback, with respect to Chile's historical defense of
democracy, human rights, the self-determination of peoples
and international law, as well as its support for processes
of decolonization & self-determination, in Latin America
and the Caribbean.
The Chilean ''government'' announced on Monday, its recognition
of Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara and said it
considers the autonomy proposal presented by Rabat
as a political solution that it described as fair and
mutually acceptable.
Finally, the Polisario urges the current government of Chile
to reconsider this position and regain coherence with its
international obligations, adding that decolonisation
cannot be replaced by annexation, nor can the
rights of peoples be subordinated to
ideological interests.
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The ''Authenticity and Modernity Party''
with a majority in Moroccan elections
Rabat, September 24th, 9:59am
(Prensa Latina)
With 97 seats, the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM)
is marching today at the head of the Moroccan legislative
elections, which this time ----- had a record abstention of
60 percent !!!
The PAM is part of the government coalition also made up
of the National Rally of Independents (RNI), in second
place with 66 seats, and the Istiqlal Party (PI), which
is also part of the coalition, with 65 seats reached,
out of a total of 395 deputies to Parliament.
The figures were confirmed by Moroccan Interior Minister Abdeluafi
Laftit, who added that the Islamist Justice and Development Party
(PJD) has so far won 54 seats -- regaining its influence in relation
to the 2021 legislative elections, when it only managed to ''win''
12 representatives.
Also winning seats, among others, were Popular Movement (MP),
with 29 seats; the Socialist Union of Popular Forces (USFP),
with 26; the Party of Progress and Socialism (PPS), with
19 and the Constitutional Union (UC), with 17.
Political observers highlight on Thursday the poor
popular turnout in the elections with only 38%,
most especially ....among young people.
On the other hand, they highlight that the PAM is a party closely
linked to the Moroccan monarchy and will possibly be the one
to lead the next government, it was founded in 2008 by
Fouad Ali El Himma, very close, since childhood, to
King Mohammed VI, and a royal advisor.
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Djibouti and Ethiopia linked by
petroleum products pipeline
Djibouti, September 24th, 9:55am
(Prensa Latina)
Djibouti and Ethiopia announced here today a Petroleum Products
Pipeline that will reduce logistics costs and delays, strengthen
energy security and improve the efficiency of the corridor
between the two countries.
The significant strategic investment to connect Damerjog in
Djibouti with Dewele in Ethiopia will be developed through
a partnership between Ethiopian Investment Holdings
and the Dangote Group, a Nigerian industrial
conglomerate, placing African investment
at the centre of a major cross-border
infrastructure initiative.
With storage facilities -- supporting the pipeline on both sides of the
border, the project is poised to establish a more integrated system
for the movement and management of refined petroleum products
between the two countries.
The infrastructure, which extends for about 120 kilometres, will
establish an integrated oil logistics system - that connects the
maritime reception and coastal storage facilities in Damerjog
with similar and distribution facilities .....in the interior of
Ethiopian territory.
At the Djiboutian terminal, the refined petroleum products will be
received, transferred to storage facilities and then transported
by a multi-product pipeline to Dewele... for further distribution
in Ethiopia.
Djiboutian President Ismail Omar Guelleh, Ethiopian Prime Minister
Abiy Ahmed and Dangote Group Chairman Aliko Dangote presided
over the groundbreaking ceremony.
Ahmed, on his X social network account, stressed that, more
than an oil pipeline, this -- is an investment in future growth,
regional integration, and a more secure shared economic
future, with African investment ...at its core.
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Côte d'Ivoire boosts cocoa
and coffee ......research
Abidjan, September 24th, 9:33am
(Prensa Latina)
Côte d'Ivoire will have a Coffee and Cocoa Institute, a scientific
centre for the development of these crops, which today place
this country as one of the world's leading producers.
The Government spokesman, Amadou Coulibaly, during the
inauguration of the works, pointed out that the centre will
incorporate cutting-edge technologies ------ and will have
highly specialized personnel.
He explained that it will work in a network with national
universities, regional centres of excellence and
prominent international organizations.
He added that the main objective of the new institution is clear:
to recover the scientific initiative in coffee & cocoa to respond
effectively to the challenges of competitiveness - and master
the standards imposed by the world market.
Cocoa represents 17 percent of the Gross Domestic Product,
so the creation of this institute constitutes an important
strategic advance for the Ivorian economy.
The research complex will be built on the premises of the National
Centre for Agricultural Research station, in Divo, in the centre-
west of the country, a place that houses an important
biological heritage.
The official indicated that one of the first challenges that the
institution will have to face is the Swollen Shoot disease.
This virus attacks plantations and has caused a
significant drop in Ivorian cocoa production
in recent years.
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Ethiopia's WTO accession
process in the final stretch
Addis Ababa, September 23rd, 11:59am
(Prensa Latina)
Ethiopia's accession process to the World Trade Organization
(WTO) has entered its final stretch, the Ministry of Trade and
Regional Integration confirmed today.
After a long period of talks, the ministry stressed that successfully
concluding the negotiation and achieving full WTO membership
will reinforce the country's ongoing economic reforms and
boost sustainable economic growth.
He affirmed that this objective remains a high national priority,
based on two fundamental pillars: multilateral negotiations
and bilateral market access agreements.
In the multilateral framework - Ethiopia passed multiple rounds
of review, responding to queries on macroeconomic and trade
issues raised by WTO member states, the source said. These
actions allowed the country to move to the final stage of
drafting the Working Group's report, he added.
In parallel --- the country conducted bilateral market access
negotiations with 17 countries. In this regard, it formalized
agreements with 11 of them, while talks with the other
six .....continue through diplomatic channels.
According to the ministry, accession to the WTO will provide
Ethiopia with a modern and predictable trading system,
allowing the nation to safeguard its interests, and
actively participate in the legal and legislative
processes governing global trade.
With more predictable and non-discriminatory export
procedures, it will generate greater opportunities to
attract foreign direct investment, he said.
Membership will also expand market access, support the
transition from commodity exports to greater integration
into global value chains, and strengthen its institutional
capacity..... by harmonizing its national legislation with
international standards.
To ensure that the country derives the maximum benefit
from accession, the Government undertook extensive
preparatory work that included boosting the global
competitiveness of domestic manufacturing, and
agriculture, enacting key legal reforms, and also
raising local business communities' awareness.
Looking ahead --- the ministry outlined key priorities to quickly
conclude the accession process, including preparing for the
eighth meeting of the Working Group, finalizing bilateral
negotiations with the remaining six nations, and
resolving issues ------ that require high-level
government decisions.
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Morocco ....experiences
legislative election day
Rabat, September 23rd, 8:04am
(Prensa Latina)
Morocco is experiencing an election day today in which
more than 15 million people are called to the polls, to
renew 395 seats in the House of Representatives.
These elections will also serve to determine the composition
of the next government. According to the plan, some 40,700
polling stations and 3,750 central offices will operate.
28 political formations participate and among the members of
Parliament currently in office who presented their candidacy
for these elections are 227 parliamentarians.
The organic law on the Moroccan House of Representatives
states that of the total number of seats, 305 are elected in
local constituencies and 90 in regional constituencies.
Seats are reserved for women.
Regional seats are distributed among the different areas of the
country, while local electoral constituencies are created by a
decree - that fixes the number of seats allocated.
This distribution takes into account the demographic
balance, the territorial dimension, and homogeneity.
In accordance with the constitutional provisions, the party that
leads the electoral results must be responsible for forming a
government. The King will then appoint the future head of
government from among the members of the party that
came first.
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Ethiopia's e-mobility policies,
are an inspiration for Africa
Addis Ababa, September 23rd, 5:59am
(Prensa Latina)
Ethiopia's electric mobility policies inspire other African
countries to review and develop their own frameworks
to accelerate green transport, the Ethiopian News
Agency said today.
Nigerian industry entrepreneur Damilola Odunlade-Akeju,
a participant in the Nordic-African Summit on Electric
Vehicles held on September 16 in this capital, told
the news outlet that the continent is increasingly
looking at Ethiopian political orientation when
evaluating measures to accelerate the
adoption of the strategy.
Odunlade-Akeju, also founder and CEO of DriveMe Mobility, noted
that Ethiopia's experience ---- demonstrates the importance of
government policies to create an environment conducive to
the expansion of green transport, at a time when other
African countries are considering how to structure
their own sectors.
"Government policies will drive the adoption and advancement
of electric mobility across Africa," he said, while stressing the
need for clear policy guidance - to build trust among private
sector actors.
He considered that regulatory certainty - incentivizes private
companies to invest in electric mobility by offering a clearer
framework for market growth - and long-term participation.
The combination of government guidance and private initiative is
essential to accelerate the transition, since adequate policies
ensure that the emerging sector develops in a coordinated
manner, he said.
The Nigerian entrepreneur cited the growing use of electric buses
in Addis Ababa as an example of how green mobility can be
integrated into public transport.
Fostering understanding and awareness of green transport, along
with supportive policies and mass commuting solutions, can
help African countries move forward in their transition to
electric mobility, he concluded.
On the other hand, Norwegian founder and e-mobility advisor Jan
Tore Gjøby also highlighted Ethiopia's emerging experience to
the local news agency and stated that the country should
develop solutions tailored to its own needs, while taking
into account their relevance to the African market as
a whole.
Gjøby underlined the need for clear roadmaps, requirements and
common standards as Addis Ababa expands electric mobility.
In its view, coordinated systems are needed to ensure that
electric vehicles, charging infrastructure and electricity
grids ....work together effectively.
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Ethiopia to form Government
and Parliament on 5 October
Addis Ababa, September 23rd, 4:37am
(Prensa Latina)
Ethiopia... will form its government for a five-year term
after electing the House of People's Representatives
(Parliament) on October 5th, the president of the
legislative body, Tagesse Chafo, said today.
These acts will mark the beginning of the next legislature
and the constitution of the federal executive branch --- in
accordance with the country's constitutional framework
...after the conclusion of the Seventh General Elections
held on June 1, Chafo said.
He recalled that 42 political parties, 10,438 candidates and
more than 54 million voters participated in the elections,
while describing the electoral process as peaceful,
democratic, fair and credible.
Citing Article 50 (3) of the Constitution, the President noted that the
House of People's Representatives --- is the supreme organ of the
federal government and is accountable to the Ethiopian people.
Meanwhile, he added, Article 58 (2) establishes that the mandate of
Parliament begins on the Monday of the last week of September.
Under Article 56 of the Constitution, the political party or coalition
that wins the majority of seats in the House organizes and directs
the executive branch of the federal government, he said.
Consequently, the government will be constituted for the new
five-year term and the legislative body will begin its sessions
on October 5, 2026.
Chafo affirmed the completion - of all the
necessary preparations for such events.
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Cuba congratulates Mali on
the 66th anniversary of
its independence
Havana, September 22nd, 9:46am
(Prensa Latina)
Cuba congratulated the Republic of Mali today on the occasion of
the 66th anniversary of the proclamation of its independence on
September 22, 1960.
A message from the Foreign Ministry of the Caribbean nation from
Havana described the West African nation as "sisterly", while
signing, "we ratify the will to strengthen the traditional
relations of friendship and cooperation that unite
both countries".
Diplomatic relations between Mali and Cuba - were established on
December 18, 1960, just two months after Malian independence
from French colonialism was proclaimed. They are based on
deep historical bonds of friendship and respect.
Last June, the President of the National Transitional Council
(CNT), Malick Diaw, received the Cuban Ambassador to Mali,
Viviana Hernández, in a first audience marked by cordiality
and fraternity.
During the meeting, both sides underlined --- the ties of sincere
friendship and fruitful cooperation between the two countries
in the fields of health, education, culture and human
resources training, developed over almost 66
years of uninterrupted diplomatic relations.
Mali's solidarity with the Cuban people has also been
demonstrated and sustained, one of the most
striking examples of which ---- is its vote
against the economic, commercial
and financial blockade ----
imposed by the US.
imposed by the US.
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Kenyan military plant 20,000 trees
Nairobi, September 22nd, 8:47am
(Prensa Latina)
Some 20,000 trees were planted in Kenya in a reforestation
operation promoted by the Defence Forces (KDF), a
statement from the military command said today.
With this operation, carried out in Kiambu County, the military,
members of the Kenyan Army's Mechanical and Electrical
Engineer Corps, reaffirm their commitment to climate
resilience .......and landscape restoration, the
text highlighted.
This joint initiative reflects the expansion of the scope of the KDF's
Environmental Soldier program, an internal framework aimed at
integrating environmental management into the day-to-day
activities of military personnel, they noted.
The military commanders responsible for the operation stressed
that environmental protection ---- is an essential element for
national and community security.
The representative of the Green of Africa Foundation, Jedidah
Wanyekis, highlighted the collaboration with KDF to reverse
the trend of environmental degradation in Kenya and urged
long-lasting cooperation between state institutions, civil
society and local communities.
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Electoral campaigns
close in Morocco
close in Morocco
Rabat. September 22nd, 8:32am
(Prensa Latina)
The electoral campaigns culminate today in Morocco, a day before
the call to the polls - to choose the deputies to occupy the 395
seats in the House of Representatives.
These elections will also serve to determine
the composition of the next government.
The organic law on the Moroccan House of Representatives
states that of the total number of seats, 305 are elected in
local constituencies and 90 in regional constituencies.
Regional seats ...are distributed among the different areas of the
country, while local electoral constituencies, are created by a
decree establishing the number of seats allocated to each.
This distribution takes into account the demographic balance,
the territorial dimension and the homogeneity of its
geographical scope.
In accordance with the constitutional provisions, the party that
leads the electoral results must be responsible for forming a
government. The King will then appoint the future head of
government from among the members of the party
that came first.
For these elections, 1,850 lists of candidacies have been presented
throughout the country, with a total of 7,288 candidacies, which
represents an average of more than 18 candidacies per seat,
according to data from the Ministry of the Interior.
28 political formations participate and among the members of
Parliament currently in office who presented their candidacy
for these elections, are 227 parliamentarians.
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Ethiopia and Finland agreed
to strengthen bilateral ties
Addis Ababa, September 22nd, 4:15am
(Prensa Latina)
The presidents of Ethiopia, Taye Atske-Selassie, and Finland,
Alexander Stubb, agreed to further strengthen their bilateral
relationship and deepen collaboration on issues of common
interest in the regional and multilateral spheres, the Fana
Media Corporation reported today.
Selassie and Stubb met on the sidelines of the 81st session
of the U.N. General Assembly in New York, the source said.
Both leaders agreed to continue the momentum of the relationship
between Ethiopia and Finland and to continue collaborating on
issues of shared interest in regional and multilateral forums.
Last June, Addis Ababa and Helsinki held the second Political
Consultation in Helsinki, during which... they reviewed the
current state of relations and explored ways to deepen
cooperation in the political, economic, trade,
education and climate-related sectors.
The meeting was co-chaired by the Ethiopian Foreign Ministry's
Director General for US and European Affairs, Meles Alem, and
the Finnish Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs ----
Outi Holopainen.
Both sides stressed the value of regular political consultations and
their shared commitment to further strengthen the long-standing
partnership between Ethiopia and Finland.
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Migrants' Rights Focus AU-IOM
Dialogue at the United Nations
Addis Ababa, September 22nd, 3:31am
(Prensa Latina)
The African Union (AU) Commission and the International
Organization for Migration (IOM) analyzed the protection
of migrants' rights, and the legal channels for such
displacements, an official source reported today.
AU Commission Chair, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf.. and IOM Director
General, Amy Pope, discussed these issues on the sidelines of
the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in
New York, a statement revealed.
Youssouf stressed the importance of strengthening cooperation
between the two sides - to foster safe, orderly and regular
migration, while promoting the meaningful participation
of the African diaspora in development & investment
on the continent.
The latter, he added, includes skills development, knowledge
transfers and the retention of critical capacities in Africa.
He also highlighted the role of the African Continental Free Trade
Area in advancing regional economic integration, as well as
facilitating the mobility of labour and skills across
the continent.
At the conclusion of the meeting, they reaffirmed their shared
commitment to protect the rights and dignity of migrants and
to strengthen international cooperation on migration.
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Senegal --------- establishes financial
agreements for urban development
Dakar, September 21st, 12:34pm
(Prensa Latina)
Senegal is advancing urban development projects for which it
established financial agreements with companies from Italy
and France, a statement by the Ministry of Urban Planning,
Territorial Collectivities and Territorial Planning ----
announced today.
The text noted -- that the minister of that portfolio, Moussa Bala
Fofana, led a mission from September 9 to 15, 2026 in order to
establish new sources of financing and strengthen alliances
for urban projects in Senegal.
The investment agreement signed with the IDA International Group
and the THESAN Foundation is for 3.5 billion euros over 7 years.
As planned, a first pilot project valued at 50 million euros will
be launched immediately, the entity said.
In France, the Senegalese delegation exchanged with the Auchan
group in Villeneuve-d'Ascq and also held talks with the company
Nhood and Projex, with whom they focused on urban renewal,
the transformation of peripheral areas, new cities and other
projects that combine housing, shops and services.
The report detailed that teams from several of these groups
are expected to travel to Senegal to identify possibilities
for collaboration and land that can host future projects.
The Senegalese delegation also exchanged with the groups
participating in the Thiès eco-neighbourhood project
---- which covers an area of 1,600 hectares and
foresees, in a first phase, the construction
of 2,000 homes, from January 2027,
he reported.
For Minister Bala Fofana, the policy he follows should make it
possible to better direct investments towards projects that
strengthen national capacities in the sectors of urban
planning, construction and spatial planning.
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African body and Qatar
discuss cooperation
at UN
UN, September 21st, 12:12pm
(Prensa Latina)
The executive secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on
Development (IGAD), Workneh Gebeyehu -- and the Minister of
State for Foreign Affairs of Qatar, Soltan bin Saad Al Moraikhi,
spoke here today, about regional cooperation, peace.....
and security.
At the dialogue, on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United
Nations General Assembly, they agreed to deepen their bilateral
cooperation to foster greater stability and shared prosperity in
the IGAD region and the Middle East.
Gebeyehu stressed on his account on the social network X
that "the IGAD region and the Middle East share more than
geography; Our peace, security and prosperity ------ are
deeply interconnected."
At the head of the African body's delegation participating in the UN
General Assembly, his agenda includes meetings with member
states, the multilateral organization, the African Union,
development partners and international institutions,
in order to strengthen cooperation ------ in favour of
climate stability & resilience in the Horn of Africa.
In parallel, it will promote greater investment in early warning
systems, anticipatory action and regional preparedness - to
protect lives and livelihoods from El Niño and increasingly
frequent extreme weather events.
At a time when conflicts, climate impacts and humanitarian crises
are testing the international system, IGAD's executive secretary
will advocate a renewed commitment to a multilateralism that
is effective ...according to official sources.
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AU and Algeria discuss continental issues
.....in the framework of the UN Assembly
UN, September 21st, 8:43am
(Prensa Latina)
The president of the African Union (AU) Commission, Mahmoud
Ali Youssouf, spoke today - with the Minister of Foreign Affairs
and the National Community Abroad of Algeria, Ahmed Attaf,
on continental peace and security.
The two sides, on the sidelines of the 81st session of the
United Nations General Assembly, exchanged views on
peace and security in the Sahel.
In that regard, Youssouf praised Algeria's important role
in promoting stability, including through the AU Peace
and Security Council.
For his part, Attaf reported on the tenth edition of Amnesty Month
in Africa, held in Algiers on 14 and 15 September, which focused
on disarmament and efforts to curb the illicit proliferation of
small arms and light weapons, landmines - and explosive
remnants of war.
They reaffirmed the importance of strengthening African
cooperation and collective action to promote peace
and stability .......across the continent.
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Oman and Angola call for
dialogue and expand
cooperation
Muscat, September 19th, 1:54am
(Prensa Latina)
Oman and Angola have called for an immediate ceasefire in conflicts
in Africa, the Middle East and Eastern Europe ....while agreeing to
expand their bilateral cooperation in the economic, energy
and diplomatic sectors, the Omani press reported today.
and diplomatic sectors, the Omani press reported today.
The position was set out in a joint statement released after the
state visit made by the Sultan of Oman, Haitham bin Tariq, to
Angola on 17 and 18 September, at the invitation of
President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço.
During their talks in Luanda, the two leaders expressed concern
about the ongoing conflicts in Africa, the Middle East & Eastern
Europe, called for an immediate cessation of hostilities and
urged the parties involved - to resort to dialogue to reach
lasting solutions.
On the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, Lourenço expressed
solidarity with the affected countries and spoke out for the
restoration of normality, in addition to highlighting Oman's
efforts to lower tensions & promote a negotiated solution.
On Palestine, the two heads of State reaffirmed their support
for the right of peoples to self-determination, the principle
of peaceful coexistence and United Nations resolutions,
and condemned all human rights violations and
indiscriminate attacks against civilians.
They also defended the primacy of international law,
respect for the sovereignty of States ------- and
non-interference in their internal affairs.
On the bilateral level, Haitham bin Tariq and Lourenço agreed
to deepen relations between Muscat & Luanda and explore
new opportunities -- in diplomacy, oil, energy, mineral
resources, finance, tourism, agriculture, fisheries,
transport, logistics... and housing.
The leaders also witnessed the exchange of 10 legal instruments
of cooperation and three memorandums of understanding
between state-owned enterprises.
The two sides also agreed to hold regular political consultations to
assess the implementation of commitments ...and to hold the next
round of such meetings in Muscat ---- together with the inaugural
session of the bilateral commission, on a date to be set
through diplomatic channels.
The Omani sultan concluded his two-day state visit to Angola on
Friday and, before leaving, thanked Lourenço for the reception
given to his delegation and highlighted the results achieved
to strengthen the partnership between the two countries.
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Conference in Africa focusses ----- on
Digital psychiatry and mental health
Addis Ababa, September 19th, 12:25am
(Prensa Latina)
African psychiatrists analyze today in Ethiopia how artificial
intelligence (AI) and digital psychiatry can expand access
to quality mental health care on the continent.
The joint conference of the associations of Psychiatrists of
Ethiopia and the African Association of Psychiatrists is
being held on September 18 and 19 under the theme:
"Digital psychiatry in Africa: leveraging AI for
accessible and quality mental health care",
at the Adwa Victory Memorial Museum
in this capital.
Ethiopian Health Minister, Mekdes Daba, highlighted that AI
and digital psychiatry ..are increasingly important tools for
reaching patients and responding to the growing demand
for mental health services.
Daba underscored --- the importance of adopting these tools
while maintaining technological sovereignty in the sector,
and advocated for the use of adaptive sciences that
respond to Africa's specific needs.
In his opinion, the time has come to take advantage
of innovative technologies to improve health care
on the continent.
For his part, the president of the Ethiopian Association of
Psychiatrists, Atalay Alem, described the theme of the
conference as timely and reaffirmed the commitment
to collaborate with the Ministry of Health and other
stakeholders to boost mental health care.
Alem highlighted the growth of the group to reach
194 members ---- thanks to the continuous
professional training carried out
in recent years.
Likewise, he mentioned the importance of collaboration
with continental, & international medical associations,
indicating that the Association strengthens alliances
to promote the advancement of the profession.
He emphasized the need for stronger laws, policies and
guidelines to regulate the development & deployment
of ......artificial intelligence and digital psychiatry -
across Africa.
The president of the African Association of Psychiatrists,
Vuyiso Talatala, expressed his gratitude to the Ethiopian
Association --- for its contributions to the continental
organization and for hosting the conference.
Through a video message, Talatala pointed out that the
meeting offers an important platform for specialists to
reinforce research and exchange ideas, experiences
and knowledge.
He expressed hope that it would also lead to the identification
of practical ways to apply artificial intelligence to psychiatry
and to expand access to mental health care across Africa.
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Regional El Niño Forum Sets
Weekly Agenda in Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, September 19th, 12:04am
(Prensa Latina)
The High-Level Regional Forum on preparedness for the El Niño
phenomenon in the Horn of Africa, a platform that discussed
preparedness measures and anticipatory action, marked
the week that ends today in Ethiopia.
The event convened by the Intergovernmental Authority on
Development (IGAD) was held from 15 to 17 September to
assess preparedness at the national and regional levels,
identify risks and priority work, plus strengthen cross-
border coordination and promote early financing.
He convened ministers, government representatives, technical
experts and partners to agree on the measures needed to
protect vulnerable communities, livelihoods and critical
infrastructure from el Nino's expected impacts.
The forum included on its final day - a ministerial segment that
endorsed the IGAD Ministerial Call to Action and the Regional
Technical Report on Preparedness and Anticipatory Action,
thereby strengthening collective action .......to move from
foresight - to action.
It was reported during the meeting that the Horn of Africa faces
the possibility of an intense El Niño episode during the season
from October to December 2026, with an increased probability
of abundant rainfall and the associated risks of torrential
rains and flooding in various areas of the region.
Faced with this scenario, Ethiopia's Deputy Commissioner for
Disaster Risk Management, Aydrus Hassan, pointed out that
the possible impacts of the weather phenomenon require
political leadership, national ownership --------- and
regional solidarity.
Hassan said they also require timely funding
and anticipatory measures that go beyond
technical readiness.
He said Ethiopia is strengthening its disaster risk management
system to make it more multisectoral, anticipatory, impact-
based and able to address multiple hazards.
He explained that it integrates monitoring, forecasting,
impact assessment, early warning, preparedness,
anticipatory action, and response.
The country is also strengthening its national self-sufficiency,
including through its Disaster Risk Response Fund, which
provides predictable funding for disaster preparedness,
early warning, anticipatory action, response, and
resilience building.
At the regional level --- IGAD and its Centre for Climate
Prediction and Application are working to strengthen
cross-border information exchanges, plus joint risk
analyses, interoperable early warning systems,
and coordinated anticipatory action, he said.
He considered these efforts important given the risks
affecting shared watersheds, livestock corridors,
markets and population movements.
The Ethiopian deputy commissioner urged the African body's
member states to ensure the availability of funding before
disasters occur and to translate the high-level regional
call to action ------ into concrete commitments.
He added that international assistance should
complement national leadership - rather than
replace it.
He further underscored the need to link forecasts,
activation mechanisms, financing and action to
protect lives, livelihoods and achievements.
The World Meteorological Organization predicts that
the 2026 El Niño phenomenon will become a very
intense, potentially historic event, which will
peak at the end of the year and last.......
until 2027.
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About 50 dead in Nigeria.... due to
possible intake of methyl alcohol
Abuja, September 17th, 10:38am
(Prensa Latina)
The Nigerian authorities confirmed today that some 50
deaths and more than a hundred affected are the
result of a collective poisoning, apparently by
the ingestion of methyl alcohol, in the
south of the country.
Ondo state health commissioner Banji Ajaka announced
that a total of more than 180 people are believed to be
affected, in areas of the towns of Odigbo and Irele.
Meanwhile, police said 15 individuals were arrested in
connection with the tragedy and in connection with
the illegal production of beverages, some
suspected of using methanol.
In addition, methanol, also known as methyl alcohol, is
a substance used in various industrial processes,
including solvents and fuels but is not suitable
for human consumption - specialists pointed
out here on Thursday - because it is highly
toxic, with irreversible damage to health.
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Zimbabwe Anti-Sanctions Trust
Supports BRICS Against
Cuba Blockade
Harare, September 17th, 8:47am
(Prensa Latina)
The Zimbabwe Anti-Sanctions Trust (ZAST) today highlighted
the inclusion of the pronouncement against the US blockade
against Cuba in the Declaration of the BRICS Summit held
in New Delhi, India, on September 12.
ZAST said it welcomes and strongly supports the position
expressed by the BRICS leaders with deep concern over
the tightening of encirclement measures against the
Caribbean island and the documented effects
on its economy, energy supply and
on its economy, energy supply and
humanitarian situation.
According to the Zimbabwe Anti-Sanctions Trust, the decision
to insist on the need - to end economic, trade and financial
provisions within the framework of the broader principles
of sovereign equality, international law, multilateralism
and the right to development - is significant.
According to the demonstration, most countries express
opposition to unilateral and secondary sanctions
because of their potential consequences for
human rights, health and food security.
As an organization created to defend against the adverse
effects of sanctions on Zimbabwe and to promote
international solidarity against unilateral
coercive measures, ZAST expressed
its solidarity with the people and
Government of Cuba.
At the same time, he highlighted the position of the BRICS
(economic and trade association of emerging economies
(in principle Brazil, Russia, India, China & South Africa)
to support Latin America and the Caribbean as a zone
of peace based on mutual respect, the peaceful
settlement of disputes and non-interference.
The New Delhi Declaration represents an important
reaffirmation of the principle that international
economic relations --- should promote
development and cooperation.
ZAST calls on governments, civil society organizations,
academics, and people's organizations across Africa
and the Global South.... to continue a constructive
dialogue -- on the humanitarian and development
consequences of unilateral coercive measures.
We also encourage greater South-South cooperation,
solidarity and collective defence in favour of a just
and representative international system, with the
immediate end of the economic, commercial, &
financial embargo imposed by Washington on
Cuba............... for more than six decades.
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Ethiopia and CargoAi partnership
digitizes air cargo operations
Addis Ababa, September 17th, 7:30am
(Prensa Latina)
Ethiopian Cargo and Logistics Services and CargoAi, a leading
company in vertical AI (artificial intelligence) ...for the airline
sector, partnered to further enhance the digital operations
of the African company, it was announced today.
A statement from Ethiopian Airlines Group noted that this
collaboration marks an important milestone in Ethiopia
Cargo's digital roadmap, enabling the airline to offer
real-time fare visibility and electronic booking
capabilities to freight forwarders around
the world ........through CargoAi's
advanced platform.
Thanks to this integration, more than 30,000 freight forwarders
will gain seamless access to global freight capacity and rates,
both via the digital enabler marketplace and through direct
connections to major transport management systems.
This ensures greater visibility and automation, as well as
enabling access to multiple booking environments
across the Ethiopian freight service network.
Advert ends: fees placed.
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Ethiopia presents vision
on nuclear science at
IAEA conference
Addis Ababa, September 17th, 6:54am
(Prensa Latina)
Ethiopia.... laid out its vision to harness nuclear science and
technology, as part of its national transformation agenda,
during the 70th General Conference of the International
Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Fana Media Corporation
reported today.
The meeting, scheduled for September 14 to 18 in Vienna,
Austria, brings together IAEA member states to promote
cooperation in the areas of safety and security,
safeguards and peaceful applications,
among unspecified ''others''.
Ethiopia's Deputy Permanent Representative to the United
Nations Office & other international agencies in Geneva,
Hailesilassie Suba, detailed the government's vision &
plans for the development and peaceful application
of nuclear energy.
Suba also presented the political, legal and institutional
measures underway to support the sector.
He highlighted the role of nuclear science and technology
in strengthening the African nation's energy security and
expanding its contribution to health care, agriculture,
industry and scientific research.
He reaffirmed the commitment to ensure that nuclear
technology is developed and applied safely, and
exclusively for peaceful purposes, while
strengthening cooperation with the
IAEA and other stakeholders.
During the conference, the Ethiopian delegation held
discussions with the Acting Director of the agency's
Africa Division, Gashaw Gebeyehu, and officials
from the Office of Legal Affairs, focusing on
ways to further strengthen cooperation.
Consultations are expected to continue in Addis Ababa
and Vienna to advance the implementation of the
agreed areas of collaboration.
Ethiopia's participation in the conference reflects its
continued commitment to international nuclear
cooperation, while promoting its national
priorities in science, technology,
energy and development.
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China urges strengthening
defense cooperation
with Africa
Beijing, September 17th, 4:46am
(Prensa Latina)
China today called for strengthening defense cooperation
with Africa, deepening strategic coordination and
improving exchange mechanisms at all levels.
In a speech at the 4th China-Africa Peace and Security
Forum in Beijing, Defense Minister Dong Jun said this
year.. is the 70th anniversary of the establishment
of diplomatic relations between Beijing and the
countries of the African continent.
The minister noted that both sides remained united in
the struggle against imperialism and colonialism and
cooperate ---- to promote peace and development.
According to Dong, these efforts made it possible
to establish a path of defense cooperation,
characterized by mutual support
and shared security.
He affirmed..... that China-Africa security cooperation
benefits both sides and contributes to world stability.
In this regard, he urged preserving traditional friendship
and promoting long-term cooperation based on equality
and mutual benefit.
Dong noted that the Chinese military is willing to work
with African countries to strengthen strategic
coordination and improve exchange
mechanisms at all levels.
He also proposed deepening regional cooperation in
maritime security & enhancing defense capabilities
in emerging areas.
He also called for more concrete results to contribute
to building a China-Africa community with a shared
future for the new era.
According to a report by the Xinhua news agency,
the African representatives participating in the
forum considered China to be an important
partner for the countries of the continent
and expressed appreciation for its
assistance and support in the
development of its defense
and military capabilities.
The forum was attended by defense officials and
military representatives from the African Union
and 41 countries of the continent, as well as
diplomatic envoys accredited to China.
On the subject, the Chinese Minister of Defense
called on Tuesday to strengthen international
cooperation in security matters during the
opening of the 13th Xiangshan Forum in
Beijing, which brings together
representatives of over
100 countries.
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The President of South Africa.... has
temporarily canceled public events
due to health reasons
September 16th, 9:18pm
(Izvestia.ru)
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has temporarily withdrawn
from public events due to health problems. The disease manifested
itself after the head of state returned from the BRICS summit held
in India. The information was published tonight.
«The Presidential Administration reports that ------- due to illness,
President Ramaphosa is currently exempt from participating in
public events. President Ramaphosa, who returned from the
BRICS summit in India on Monday, was recommended rest
and recovery by his medical team», —as written in a
statement from the Office of the President of South
Africa on the social network X.
However, the office did not disclose the nature of the South African
leader’s illness. The President of South Africa also asked relevant
ministers to represent it at planned public events.... if possible.
Ramaphosa reported on September 13, that the information
announced by Russian president Vladimir Putin, impressed
upon the South African side hope for resolving the conflict
in Ukraine. It is noted -- that Putin spoke about various
processes involving different parties...... in order to
achieve peace.
They held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the BRICS
summit in New Delhi. The Russian leader emphasized ---
that Moscow is grateful to South Africa for supporting
its initiatives at the UN.
summit in New Delhi. The Russian leader emphasized ---
that Moscow is grateful to South Africa for supporting
its initiatives at the UN.
The countries will also work on the issue of
increasing trade turnover, Putin added.
increasing trade turnover, Putin added.
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Electric mobility must be a driver
of development ------- in Africa
Addis Ababa, September 16th, 11:15am
(Prensa Latina)
Africa must ensure that its transition to electric mobility becomes
an engine of industrial development, instead of transforming the
continent into just another market for imported products, an
official source urged today.
Ethiopia's Minister of Transport and Logistics, Alemu Sime, opening
the Nordic-African Summit on Electric Vehicles 2026, added that
the continent should participate in the entire electric mobility
value chain by strengthening their assembly and
manufacturing - locally.
Sime, in this regard, called for developing engineering and software
capabilities, investing in research and development, integrating
local supply chains and establishing battery management,
second life and recycling systems.
"The future of African electric mobility must be built for, built by,
and owned by Africa's institutions, youth, and communities,"
he stressed.
He considered that Ethiopia's green transformation lays a solid
foundation .......for the country's transition to electric mobility.
Local renewable energy potential can also contribute to reducing
dependence on imported petroleum products, improving urban
air quality, creating green industries and jobs, and supporting
its climate commitments, he said.
However, he explained that Ethiopia's transition to electric mobility
must go beyond simply increasing the number of electric vehicles.
He pointed out --- that financing will be essential, since investments
are required not only in means, but also in charging infrastructure,
the modernization of the electricity grid, digital platforms,
manufacturing, maintenance and training.
"Public resources alone will not be enough," he said, calling
for partnerships between governments, development
finance institutions, commercial banks, investors
and industry, including the use of patient
capital and appropriate risk-
sharing mechanisms.
The Ethiopian minister also called on African countries to establish
compatible standards, charging systems, payment platforms and
communication technologies to facilitate cross-border mobility,
as well as trade and investment at the regional level.
The Nordic-African Summit on Electric Vehicles, which began in
Oslo last May -- and whose next stage takes place in Ethiopia,
links the continent's transition to technology & investment
from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden,
focusing on infrastructure, financing, regional
integration, and manufacturing, among
others which I..... will not detail.
It brings together... governments from both sides, industry leaders,
utilities, investors, development finance institutions, researchers
and technology providers.... to drive electric mobility in Africa.
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Council of Ministers of African body
emphasizes --------- regional unity
Djibouti, September 16th, 10:50am
(Prensa Latina)
The challenges facing the Horn of Africa require a regional
response, and no member state can isolate itself from the
instability of a neighbouring country to advance peace,
governance and resilience, IGAD said today.
The Final Declaration of the 74th Extraordinary Session of the
Council of Ministers of the Intergovernmental Authority
(IGAD), held the day before - welcomed Sudan's
resumption of its membership in the African
body last February, the re-opening of the
organisation's headquarters and other
rapprochement actions promoted
by Djibouti.
The text acknowledged ---- that five of the seven member
states (Djibouti, Ethiopia, S. Sudan, Kenya and Somalia)
had ratified the 2023 IGAD Treaty and deposited their
revalidation instruments ....with the executive
secretary, Workneh Gebeyehu..... in his
capacity as the legally designated
depositary.
states (Djibouti, Ethiopia, S. Sudan, Kenya and Somalia)
had ratified the 2023 IGAD Treaty and deposited their
revalidation instruments ....with the executive
secretary, Workneh Gebeyehu..... in his
capacity as the legally designated
depositary.
In this way, the two-thirds threshold necessary for the entry into
force of the Treaty was reached, replacing the Agreement by
which the African entity was established in 1996.
Gebeyehu will notify its entry into force.
The Council of Ministers expressed its concern about the situation
outside the region, such as the war in Gaza, tensions in the Middle
East and the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
He underlined its direct impact through disruptions in shipping,
rising fuel and food prices, reduced humanitarian funding,
and the weakening of multilateral consensus precisely
when the region needs sustained and coordinated
international support.
The Declaration further mentioned the humanitarian situation in
the region, where an estimated 49 million people are acutely
food insecure and the number of internally displaced
persons - exceeds 19 million.
He warned about the current situation in Sudan, where almost
19.5 million people suffer from crisis levels of hunger and
ome 825,000 children under five years of age are
expected to suffer from severe acute
malnutrition in 2026, while nearly
nine million people will continue
being displaced by the conflict.
He also warned of profound geopolitical and security changes in
the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden ---- driven by intensifying strategic
competition, conflict, instability in coastal areas ......a growing
external military presence & threats to commercial shipping.
He stated that these dynamics directly affect the peace, security
and economic interests of IGAD member states. He expressed
concern about the resurgence of piracy off the coast of
Somalia and in the Gulf of Aden.
He expressed his deep gratitude to President Ismaïl Omar
Guelleh, the Government and the people of Djibouti for
hosting the ministerial meeting, as well as for the
four decades of constant support as the H.Q.
of the secretariat of the regional entity
since its foundation in 1986.
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Mali and Algeria outline route
for ..their joint collaboration
Bamako, September 15th, 11:06am
(Prensa Latina)
Mali and Algeria are working today to define a roadmap that will
promote bilateral cooperation projects, as part of the official
visit to Bamako by Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb.
Mali's Prime Minister Abdoulaye Maïga received Ghrieb the day
before, at the beginning of the work of the delegations that
both of them are chairing and that are engaged in defining
priority sectors -------- to advance the collaboration plan
between both nations.
The agenda emanating from this joint work should be presented
to the leaders of both countries during the next official visit of
President Assimi Goïta to Algeria, the date of which is yet to
be determined.
The Algerian leader described this exchange of visits as "a new
stage" in the historic relations between Algiers and Bamako,
while expressing his country's willingness to reactivate
institutional cooperation mechanisms, in particular
the Algerian-Malian Grand Joint Commission.
He pointed out that work is being done to update the
legal framework.... that regulates bilateral relations.
According to experts, both nations could make progress on projects
- that include the trans-Saharan highway and the African fibre optic
backbone network and considered that these two infrastructures
are intended to facilitate exchanges between Algeria and the
Sahel countries.
They mentioned the branch road that connects Bamako with
Tamanrasset and extends over about 2,500 kilometres, of
this work ....there are about 400 kilometres to be built.
These infrastructures could offer Mali, a landlocked country,
greater access to Algerian ports and promote trade with
North Africa, they said.
Ghrieb's visit follows the normalisation that began in July this year
with the return of ambassadors and the reopening of airspace
between the two countries.
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World Athletics Championships ----
will be in Africa for the first time
Budapest, September 15th, 8:43am
(Prensa Latina)
The 2029 World Outdoor Athletics Championships will be held in
Nairobi, the International Federation of the discipline (World
Athletics) announced today.
The capital of Kenya beat London, Rome and Munich in the votes,
and will become the first city in Africa to host this event,
considered the third most watched globally after the
Olympic Games and the World Cup.
In the case of the German city, it will have the consolation of being
the scene of the 2031 World Championships, according to
the athletics governing body ...after a meeting of
its council in Budapest.
The president of World Athletics, the British Sebastian Coe,
declared at a press conference that it was not an easy
decision for the Council because all the candidacies
were outstanding.
Bringing our championships to Africa for the first time
will be historic. Nairobi has submitted a convincing
and emotional bid, he stressed
In this way, the main athletic event on the planet can be seen live
in Asia, Africa and Europe in its next three editions, since next
year's ....will be held in Beijing.
It was important that the World Cup came to Africa when we had
the right host, the right bid and the right circumstances, he said.
Kenya failed in its bid for 2025, but had already hosted the 2007
ecumenical cross-country events in Mombasa, the U-18 World
Cup in 2017 and the U-20 World Cup in 2021, the latter two
in Nairobi.
Coe commented that after what happened in its previous attempt,
the African organizing team returned with a more solid proposal
and a renovated Kasarani Stadium.
The world will come to a country where running is more than
a competition. It is our national history, and where every
generation believes that the next world champion can
emerge from Kenya, said Kenyan head of the sport,
Salim Mvurya.
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Uganda Seeks BRICS Support for
Market Access, Innovation, and
Stability: Ugandan Journalist
September 12th, 8:09pm GMT
(Pravda.En)
Uganda’s joining BRICS as a partner country in 2025 is a vital step
in amplifying the Global South’s voice, Waniala Paul, multimedia
producer at Uganda's Vision Group, told Sputnik Africa on
the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.
producer at Uganda's Vision Group, told Sputnik Africa on
the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.
Other key points from the speaker:
Economic Growth: The partnership aims to attract
investment, upgrade technology, and open global
markets for Ugandan products.
Security: While African solutions to African problems
would be ideal, Uganda views practical security
cooperation with advanced BRICS nations
as essential for regional stability.
Innovation: Africa urgently needs the practical technical
expertise of BRICS member states to solve its
multifaceted challenges.
Sputnik Africa | X
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Ukraine --- Has Deployed Its Military Instructors
in Mali & Sudan to Train Terrorists: US Media
September 12th, 4:41pm GMT
(Pravda.En)
The Ukrainian Armed Forces' specialists were dispatched -- to train
and coordinate militants, including from groups linked to Al-Qaeda*,
a US media outlet reported, citing sources in Ukraine's intelligence.
Approximately 15 Ukrainian instructors were reportedly sent to Mali,
providing drone reconnaissance and operational planning to rebel
groups, including during the capture of Kidal, the press noted.
Moscow accused Kiev and Paris - of backing recent militant attacks
in Mali. The Russian MoD further said that Ukrainian and European
mercenaries trained militants for an April 25 coup attempt in Mali.
Russian MoD noted the Africa Corps thwarted this coup,
neutralizing over 2,500 militants and 102 vehicles, and
remains deployed ---- to maintain regional security.
A video shows the Malian army, with the support of
Russia's Africa Corps, thwarting a terrorist attack.
* a terrorist organization banned
in Russia and other countries.
Source: https://en.sputniknews.africa
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Leaked chemical dossier - reveals
Israel's role in Sudan's civil war:
Report
September 11, 11:26am
(PressTV)
A dossier of evidence alleging chemical weapons use by the
Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) was compiled by Israeli
intelligence and shared with Western media outlets
in a coordinated operation.. to discredit the army
and bolster its paramilitary rival, a report says.
The dossier, described by the New York Times and Washington
Post over the weekend as..... "shared by a Middle Eastern
intelligence agency," contained nearly 150 documents,
bomb blueprints, images, videos, voice notes and
several thousand intercepted text messages
allegedly - detailing how a secretive SAF
unit developed and produced chlorine
bombs over six months in 2024.
Multiple Sudanese and US sources told Middle East Eye that
the "Middle Eastern intelligence agency" is Israeli, and that
the dossier is nearly identical to one Israel handed to the
US government -- before Washington sanctioned Abdel
Fattah al-Burhan, leader of the SAF, in January 2025.
A former US official described the interception of vast numbers
of messages as "an advertisement for Pegasus," the spyware
developed by Israeli cyber-intelligence firm NSO Group... to
infiltrate mobile phones.
"The thing that is shocking is how much Mossad has been tracking
this," one Sudanese security analyst, who could not be named,
told Middle East Eye.
"I knew Mossad had interests in Sudan… but the level and depth
and length of surveillance suggests that Israel is more involved
in Sudan than we think."
Israeli regime provides covert intelligence, military assistance
to Sudan’s UAE-backed RSF militia: Report
The Israeli regime -- is providing covert intelligence and military
assistance to Sudan’s UAE-backed RSF militia, the report says.
The revelations raise serious questions about Israel's role
in Sudan's civil war and appear to confirm that Israeli
in Sudan's civil war and appear to confirm that Israeli
intelligence --- is actively siding with the Rapid
Support Forces (RSF) - whose main patron
is the United Arab Emirates — against
the Sudanese army.
On 13 September 2024, the RSF released a statement accusing
the army of firing "toxic" missiles on al-Jaili, a crucial oil
refinery north of Khartoum controlled at the time by
the paramilitary.
There were no confirmed deaths in the attack, and there are
no other confirmed occasions in which the SAF used
chlorine bombs. The dossier does not contain
medical evidence or testimony from
any victims.
In a statement shared with Middle East Eye, the Sudanese
government clarified that Sudan is a state party to the
Chemical Weapons Convention and "has remained
committed to its provisions and procedures,
including --- the non-production, non-stock
piling & non-use of chemical weapons."
It said that "all chlorine stocks in the country are designated
exclusively for water purification, civilian industrial uses
and energy, and it stands ready to demonstrate this
before any competent international body."
Israeli sources involved in the Zionist regime’s decision-making
in the Horn of Africa have previously sought to develop and
maintain relationships with a variety of different players,
rather than backing one side or another.
"The Israeli love story with Hemedti ...intensified in 2021," one
North African analyst told Middle East Eye, referring to RSF's
head, Muhammad Hamdan Dagalo Musa. The RSF chief was
believed at the time - and afterwards - to have developed
ties with Mossad.
In the leadup to Sudan's war, then-Israeli foreign minister Eli Cohen
met Burhan as part of what the Israelis called an "historic
diplomatic visit" ....intended to pave the way for the
finalization of a peace agreement. The war...
scuppered this.
But Hemedti maintained his ties with Israel, whose key ally the UAE
continued to support the Sudanese paramilitary — charges Abu
Dhabi still denies, despite mounting evidence, including from
the United Nations.
"This feels like they are picking sides," a former US official said, of
Israel, the dossier and the RSF. "The intelligence they shared with
Washington succeeded in getting Burhan and the SAF sanctioned."
"The Israel-UAE relationship....... has
only grown deeper," the source said.
RSF militants committing genocide in Sudan's
El Fasher with UAE, Israel backing: Analyst
A Sudanese writer and analyst says the UAE- and Israel-backed
militia, Rapid Support Forces (RSF), is committing “genocide”
in El Fasher, Sudan.
Last month, Africa Intelligence reported that two of Hemedti's
brothers, Abdul Rahim and Algoney, had travelled secretly to
Tel Aviv, in May 2025 and again, in February this year...... to
meet with Israeli intelligence and foreign ministry officials.
The dossier's Israeli origins fit a broader pattern of Israeli
intelligence operations aimed at shaping narratives,
influencing the Western media and undermining
governments that refuse to align with its
regional agenda.
By feeding selectively leaked and unverified material to
US newspapers, Israeli intelligence has succeeded in
US newspapers, Israeli intelligence has succeeded in
manufacturing a chemical weapons scandal that has
been used to justify sanctions against Sudan's army
leadership while its rival -- accused of genocide by
the UN - receives continued support from Israel's
Persian Gulf allies.
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600 prisoners pardoned on
Ethiopian New Year's Eve
Addis Ababa, September 10th, 2:02pm
(Prensa Latina)
The Ethiopian government today pardoned 600 prisoners, including
former lawmaker and opposition leader Cristian Tadele, as part of
an important New Year's initiative that promotes peace,
forgiveness and national consensus.
This marks a significant step forward on the eve of the 2019
Ethiopian calendar -- with a renewed emphasis on resolving
differences through dialogue, understanding and peaceful
means. The African nation is governed by a 13-month
calendar that......... with respect to the Gregorian
calendar, is 7 years and 8 months ''behind''.
The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) reported that it
worked for five months to make the release process effective,
after receiving requests regarding prisoners detained under
various legal procedures.
Subsequently, it collaborated with the government and
undertook extensive efforts to facilitate solutions.
EHRC Chief Commissioner Birhanu Adelo noted that the
government's initiative was instrumental in turning
the process into a concrete outcome.
Adelo said that this event demonstrates a commitment not
only to legal justice, but also to sustainable peace and
national consensus. Regional governments also
played their respective roles in facilitating
the releases, he added.
The release of the 600 prisoners, including Tadele, was
described by the Commission as a unique chapter in
Ethiopia's history and tangible proof of efforts to
strengthen the rule of law, protect individual
rights and promote sustainable peace.
On August 4, 2023, Christian Tadele was arrested after the
six-month state of emergency proclaimed in the Amhara
region, on suspicion of engaging in "various illegal
activities" within urban areas and "providing
logistical and financial support through
involvement with the armed group."
Seven months later, the House of People's Representatives
(parliament) revoked his immunity after holding a seat
since 2021 ..........as a member of the Amhara
National Movement.
For the Government, the measure aims to begin to implement
the results of the National Dialogue through love, forgiveness
and peace. Participants in the initiative called for the release
of people imprisoned due to past mistakes.
Earlier, the Executive stated that the results of the process will
be translated into practical measures, such as policies,
systems, laws, institutional reforms.... and other
relevant actions, which I refuse to specify.
The pardon is one of the first visible examples of how
this declared commitment is translated into action.
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"Patience - has run out": Algeria has
severed diplomatic relations with
the UAE
September 10th, 1:05pm GMT
(Pravda.En)
Algeria announces: the severing of diplomatic ties with the United
Arab Emirates. The decision came into effect, after, according to
the Algerian Foreign Ministry, all means of maintaining relations
between the countries had been exhausted.
The state news agency reported the rupture, citing the Ministry of
Foreign Affairs. The official statement cited: "provocative and
hostile actions" by the UAE as the reason. Algeria claims it
has repeatedly warned Abu Dhabi --------- of the serious
consequences of its behaviour, but these warnings
have gone unheeded.
The UAE ambassador was summoned to the Algerian Foreign
Ministry and officially informed of the severing of relations.
The diplomat was given 48 hours to leave the country.
Tensions between Algeria and the UAE have been escalating for
several years. In the summer, Algerian President Abdelmadjid
Tebboune publicly criticized the "microstate" - for
destabilizing the Arab world - and the Sahel -
declaring that it brings only humiliation
and discord.
He also noted that Algeria is exercising restraint and
maintaining diplomatic relations .....despite its
constant interference in regional affairs.
Experts believe that economic tensions in Africa are one of the
main causes of the conflict. Algeria believes the UAE is
hindering the implementation of the Trans-Saharan
Gas Pipeline ---- which is intended to connect
Nigeria to Europe via Niger and Algeria.
Instead, it supports a competing project.. the African-Atlantic
Gas Pipeline. Against this backdrop, the Algerian press has
in recent years - labeled the UAE a "hostile country. "
In January 2026, Algeria began the process of terminating
the air traffic agreement between the countries.
A breakdown in relations between the two major Arab states
could seriously impact regional politics and economic ties
in the Middle East and North Africa. The UAE...... has
traditionally supported Morocco, in its territorial
dispute with Algeria over Western Sahara,
which is also one of the reasons for
the long-running standoff.
Oleg Myndar
Source: https://en.topwar.ru
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Ethiopia and India .....deepen their
cooperation in the banking sector
Addis Ababa, September 10th, 11:58am
(Prensa Latina)
Ethiopia and India deepened their cooperation in the financial and
banking sectors, and agreed to create a joint technical team --- to
identify practical areas of collaboration, Fana Media Corporation
reported today.
The announcement was the result of a meeting between the
governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia, Eyob Tekalign,
and his counterpart of the Reserve Bank of India,
Sanjay Malhotra, on the sidelines of the meeting
of finance ministers & central bank governors
of the BRICS ...held in Mumbai.
The two sides exchanged views on opportunities to expand bilateral
cooperation and as a concrete step, the joint technical team will be
tasked with identifying and exploring viable areas of collaboration,
as well as further strengthening financial sector ties between
Addis Ababa and New Delhi.
This agreement comes in a context where Ethiopia and India
continue to collaborate through broader platforms... such as
BRICS, offering both countries the opportunity to transform
their economic & institutional ties into a more structured
partnership within the financial sector.
Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos arrived in New
Delhi on Thursday at the head of the African country's high-
level delegation that will participate in the 18th BRICS
Summit scheduled for 12 and 13 September.
The meeting of heads of state & government in India, which
this year, holds the Pro Tempore presidency, will be held
under the theme ---- "Building foundations for resilience,
innovation, cooperation and sustainable development".
The attending leaders are expected to discuss trade, investment,
finance, technology and the development challenges that shape
the group's economic agenda, according to the call.
This year, India will host iBRICS, an independent
sovereign investment event, on cross-border
investments, settlements in currencies
other than the dollar and payment
systems between the bloc's
members' economies.
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One dead and five kidnapped
at Cameroonian university
Yaoundé, September 10th, 11:49am
(Prensa Latina)
The attack by an armed group against a police convoy
that was beginning a visit to a university campus
today left an officer dead and five professors
kidnapped, local sources denounced here.
According to Adolphe Lele Lafrique, governor of the north
west region, where the events took place, the military
convoy that was supposed to start a visit to the
school, was stuck about 50 metres away and
a policeman was killed .. as soon as he got
out of his vehicle, by unidentified people.
At the same time, the attackers kidnapped five teachers from the
Teacher Training School for General Education, located in Wum,
Menchum department, in the middle of an official visit to
analyze the security device on the occasion of the
start of the school year.
According to Lafrique, security forces are already deployed
in the area to try to find those responsible for the attack
and free the hostages.
The Far North Region of Cameroon is considered the target
of numerous attacks and very insecure, as well as the
northwestern and southwestern areas,, where
armed rebels from the Anglophone minority
are also active, who are clashing with
security forces ---- and demanding
independence for these areas
since 2017.... in a country
where the majority is
French-speaking.
Government sources recently stated that the armed conflict
in the northwest and southwest regions, since 2017, has
left a toll of over 6,000 dead and 800,000 displaced.
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Western cuts in financial aid lead
to hospital closures..... in Sudan
to hospital closures..... in Sudan
Khartoum, September 10th, 10:03am
(Prensa Latina)
The lack of external financial support has already forced
numerous Sudanese clinics to close their facilities,
international health organizations denounced
here today.
The World Health Organization said that between 70 and 80 percent
of these hospitals had already been closed.. or barely functioning
since September 2024, just over a year after the war began, in
a country that had 6,500 primary care places and 300
public hospitals.
Other health sources added that three dozen health centres, serving
over 400,000 people in Sudan, are closing due to a lack of outside
aid, worsening the dire humanitarian situation in a country torn
apart by more than three years of war.
The director of technical health of the so-called International
Rescue Committee (IRC), Mesfin Teklu Tessema, said the
cuts are removing what little capacity is left with the
closure of facilities, sending health workers home
and cutting off supply lines for medicines and
nutritional treatment.
Doctors Without Borders (WHO) said U.S. aid cuts last year
seriously affected financial support, while some major
European donors also cut back on aid.
The lack of health care, the sources warn, is already causing
serious outbreaks of diseases in several parts of Sudan,
such as measles, cholera and malaria.
Since mid-April 2023, Sudan has been mired in a war, after
disputes between army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and
the leader of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF)
Mohamed Hamdan Daglo --- fuelled by the UAE, CIA,
Mossad, Ukraine and MI6, who pay for.... and
Mossad, Ukraine and MI6, who pay for.... and
support arms --- which fuel terrorist acts
and other war crimes by the RSF.
and other war crimes by the RSF.
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Guinea and Morocco with 25
''cooperation'' agreements
Conakry, September 9th, 11:51am
(Prensa Latina)
Guinea and Morocco are today articulating 25 cooperation
instruments in areas such as education, agriculture,
air services, economy and finance, among others.
These commitments strengthen the relations of both countries
and are a reflection of the political will to act for the benefit
of both nations, a joint statement highlighted.
It added that the diversity of sectors shows the decision to expand
partnerships to strategic areas - that favour economic growth and
development, as well as institutional linkages.
The agreements were established - as part of the ministerial
segment of the VIII Great Joint Commission on Cooperation.
The work of this segment between Morocco and Guinea was
co-chaired by Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs,
African Cooperation and Moroccans Living Abroad, and
Dr. Morissanda Kouyaté, Minister of Foreign Affairs,
African Integration and Guineans Living Abroad.
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Thirteen killed in paramilitary attack
----- on court headquarters in Sudan
Khartoum, September 9th, 10:48am
(Prensa Latina)
An attack by paramilitaries with the use of drones against the
headquarters of a court in the Sudanese state of North
Kordofan -- left at least 13 people dead and over 20
injured, medical sources denounced here today.
The Sudanese Doctors' Network, said the bombing occurred the day
before in the town of Um Rauaba -- and accused the so-called Rapid
Support Forces (RSF) of using drones against civilian infrastructure
in the city.
The organization also specified that the bombing constitutes a clear
violation of International Humanitarian Law, and called for the
immediate cessation of attacks against cities, residential
neighbourhoods and civilian facilities throughout Sudan.
Other Sudanese judicial bodies described the action of the RSF as a
great danger to the safety of civilians, litigants, legal personnel and
the rule of law in the African country.
Since mid-April 2023, Sudan has been mired in an internal war, after
power disputes between army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and the
leader of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, Mohamed Hamdan
Daglo, were fuelled by the UAE, Mossad, Ukraine & Western states.
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Prominent Cameroonian opposition leader
---------- resigns at the head of his party
Yaoundé, September 9th, 10:29am
(Prensa Latina)
The historic Cameroonian opposition leader Maurice Kamto, founder
of the Movement for the Renaissance of Cameroon (MRC)
Party, resigned from his position today --- unexpectedly.
Party, resigned from his position today --- unexpectedly.
In a statement published on social networks, Kamto, who was also a
candidate for the Presidency in the 2018 elections, communicated
his surprising decision and pointed out that he is doing it in the
best interests of the Party and the people in general.
Kamto promoted the formation of the MRC in 2012 and since then
has been the main opposition leader to Cameroon's current
president, Paul Biya.
Meanwhile, the vice president of the MRC, Mamadou Mota,
also announced his resignation from the post and
denounced ------ constant harassment by the
Cameroonian administration - and said
that the atmosphere is becoming
....unbearable.
Kamto came second in the 2018 presidential elections, and was
banned from participating in the 2025 elections by Cameroon's
Constitutional Council, on the pretext .....that his party had
boycotted the 2020 legislative & municipal elections.
In January 2019 he was arrested, accused of calling for protests
to denounce alleged irregularities in those elections.
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3,000+ observers to attend
elections in Morocco
Rabat, September 9th, 10:27am
(Prensa Latina)
The Special Accreditation
Commission announced
this today.
According to the schedule, from September 10 to 22, the campaign
to renew 395 seats in the (bicameral) Parliament begins and the
votes will be on the 23rd. The Commission reported that
among the observers ....are representatives of the
National Council for Human Rights, Moroccan
associations & international organizations.
They pointed out that the participants will have the mission
of ensuring an independent and neutral observation of the
different phases of the electoral process, in accordance
with the legal and regulatory provisions in force.
In the preparations for the upcoming elections, observers
also attended and inspected 33 voting centres
throughout the country.
Data from the national electoral census -- indicate that there
are 15,801,162 Moroccans registered, -- 54 percent are men.
After the electoral process is concluded, the party that
obtains the largest number of seats will have the
right to form a government.
According to Morocco's constitution, King Mohammed VI
will appoint the head of government from among the
members of the party that wins the most seats.
The three parties that currently form a government coalition,
the National Rally of Independents (RNI), the Authenticity
and Modernity Party (PAM) and the Istiqlal Party, will
participate in these elections.
They will have to face other organizations such as the Justice
and Development Party (PJD), the Popular Movement (MP),
the Socialist Union of Popular Forces (USFP), the
Progress and Socialism Party (PPS), as well as
other political parties, which I will not list.
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Brazil-Ethiopia relations in new
phase... to boost cooperation
Addis Ababa, September 9th, 10:26am
(Prensa Latina)
Relations between Brazil and Ethiopia are entering a new and
promising stage, with growing opportunities for economic
cooperation, trade, investment and partnerships in
strategic sectors, an official source said today.
Brasilia's ambassador to Addis Ababa, Jandyr Ferreira dos Santos,
speaking to the Ethiopian News Agency -- acknowledged the
significant potential the two nations share to deepen their
economic ties by strengthening connections between
their governments, private sectors and
investment communities.
Dos Santos revealed that agriculture is emerging as a natural
environment to expand cooperation --- since it constitutes a
fundamental economic pillar for both Ethiopia and Brazil.
fundamental economic pillar for both Ethiopia and Brazil.
In particular, he praised the Green Legacy Initiative as an
exemplary model from which the South American nation
could draw valuable lessons, illustrating the practical
benefits of knowledge sharing between countries.
"There is hope that there will be more investment, more trade
and more opportunities for both countries," he said.
Reflecting on his four-year term in the African country, the
Brazilian ambassador mentioned the important
transformations.... in both the capital
and the national economy.
Key milestones ----- such as economic privatization, expanded
investment opportunities and national dialogue, significantly
strengthened Ethiopia's international standing and opened
up new avenues for global partnerships.
Brazil, he said, closely followed this transformation and expressed
its willingness to expand bilateral cooperation for mutual benefit.
The diplomat stressed the importance of strengthening institutional
and business ties, stressing that greater interaction would allow
companies and investors from both countries to identify
opportunities and establish new alliances.
He added that greater private sector involvement could boost
trade and investment, while encouraging the transfer of
technology and knowledge.
Looking ahead, he expressed confidence that relations between
Ethiopia and Brazil, built on decades of diplomatic ties, will
continue to strengthen.
"I hope that the next 75 years will be even more promising,"
he said, alongside optimism about building stronger
mutually beneficial relationships in the future.
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Ethiopia calls on Africa to adopt
technological sovereignty
Addis Ababa, September 9th, 10:09am
(Prensa Latina)
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed today urged Africa's leaders
and youth to embrace technological sovereignty and define the
continent's digital future on their own terms.
Ahmed, on the occasion of the XXIV African Union (AU) Day,
underlined the need for the continent -- to look beyond its
current achievements - to the next frontier of collective
progress ------------- and strengthen its grip on
emerging technologies.
In this regard, he reaffirmed Addis Ababa's readiness
to contribute to building this future together with
other African countries.
In his capacity as AU Champion for Artificial Intelligence and
Digital Health, he highlighted the importance of African
leadership in shaping the continent's technological
future, especially as artificial intelligence and
digital technologies increasingly influence
the development of various sectors.
The designation made last February gives him a continental
mandate to advance these priorities across Africa.
The head of government recalled Ethiopia's constant role in the
continental trajectory, from the Organization of African Unity
to the African Union, after the historic Sirte Declaration of
September 9, 1999, maintaining Addis Ababa as the
headquarters of the organization.
He also reaffirmed the vision of an integrated and prosperous Africa,
and expressed Ethiopia's readiness to work with other African
countries in building a future based on technological self-
reliance and collective progress.
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Morocco exceeds 14 million tourists
Rabat, September 7th, 12:40om
(Prensa Latina)
Some 14.1 million tourists visited Morocco until
last August, media outlets reported today.
According to the figures released, this number of visitors
represents an increase of 4.5 percent compared to the
same stage in 2025.
The Ministry of Tourism, Crafts and Social and Solidarity
Economy said there are about 608,000 more tourists.
He added that Morocco also exceeded two million visitors
in the month of August, an increase of three percent
compared to August 2025.
That organization considered that these numbers are a
reflection of the solid recovery of tourism and the
ability of the sector to maintain a sustained rate
of influx, especially in the summer stage.
Minister Fatim-Zahra Ammor, stressed at a press conference
that this growth is part of a dynamic that he called on to
continue and pointed out that the 2023-2026 Roadmap
allows efforts to be concentrated on... strengthening
the competitiveness of tourism.
The strategy aims to consolidate the national tourism offer and
strengthen the contribution of the sector to the economy and
employment, the official said.
He pointed out that the investments made in the tourism area are
beginning to produce effects both in the number of visitors
and in the economic and social impact.
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Ethiopia expresses interest in
energy investments at the
Dubai forum
Abu Dhabi, September 7th, 10:25am
(Prensa Latina)
Ethiopia plans to expand its clean energy generation capacity
and increase the export of electricity to countries of the
Common Market for Electricity in East Africa & beyond,
President Taye Atske-Selassie said here today.
Speaking at the 15th Annual Investment Congress, held at
the Dubai World Trade Centre from September 7 to 9,
Selassie mentioned clean energy as the first of
5 strategic investment priorities
the Dubai World Trade Centre from September 7 to 9,
Selassie mentioned clean energy as the first of
5 strategic investment priorities
for the continent.
He described this initiative as a key driver for industrial
transformation and sustainable economic growth,
urging African countries - to accelerate their
investments in solar, wind, geothermal
and hydropower.
At the same time, he specified that they diversify their energy
matrix to meet the growing demands of industrialization.
He acknowledged the sector's progress.... in countries such as
Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, Ghana
and Kenya, stressing that an expanded and reliable energy
supply is essential -------- for Africa's industrial and
economic transformation.
For Ethiopia, the head of state said, renewable energies represent
much more than a source of electricity. "Clean energy is not
simply a national asset, but a foundation..... for rapid
economic growth," he said.
He reported that Addis Ababa has an estimated potential of 60,000
megawatts of renewable energy ,and aims to reach a generation
capacity of 15,000 megawatts by 2030, with plans to expand
electricity supplies through the East African Common
Electricity Market.
It also plans to extend this service to neighbouring nations through
this regional network, thus strengthening its role in the energy
integration of the area, he said. He highlighted that Ethiopia's
relatively affordable, reliable electricity supply is attracting
more investment...... in advanced digital infrastructure.
Beyond the energy sector, the Ethiopian president identified
agriculture, critical minerals, infrastructure and strategic
corridors, as well as human capital, as four additional
priorities for Africa's investment and
economic transformation.
He considered that infrastructures and strategic corridors are
essential for the economic integration of the continent,
especially at the current time..... when it seeks to
strengthen physical and digital connectivity.
Human capital was identified as the fifth priority. In this regard,
Selassie urged African countries....... to transform their young
populations into engines of innovation, entrepreneurship
and economic growth through increased investment
in skills and technology.
populations into engines of innovation, entrepreneurship
and economic growth through increased investment
in skills and technology.
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Tanzanian president's
husband.... dies
husband.... dies
Dodoma, September 7th, 9:05am
(Prensa Latina)
The Tanzanian government announced today the death of Hafid
Ameir Hassan, husband of the country's president, Samia
Suluhu Hassan, while receiving treatment in a hospital
in Zanzibar.
The death was announced by the vice president, Deogratius
Ndejembi, who added... that Hassan suffered from a
cardiovascular condition, and expressed his
condolences to the family.
The Tanzanian leader took office as the country's first female
president after the death of President John Magufuli, and
subsequently won her second term in an election
held in 2025 with over 97 percent of the vote.
Candidates from the two main opposition
parties were barred from running.
The presidents of Kenya, William Ruto, and Burundi,
Evariste Ndayishimiye, sent their condolences to
the family of President Samia Suluhu.
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Mali stunned Spain at
Basketball World Cup
(female)
(female)
Berlin, September 5th, 12:20pm
(Prensa Latina)
The Malian national team surprised Spain today
in the Women's Basketball World Cup held here.
The African team won 82 points to 73, in what
was the first big surprise of the competition.
It was only the second win in tournament history
for the African country, which had previously
beaten Senegal in extra time during the
2010 edition.
Mali trailed by two points at halftime but
outscored Spain with a 31-19 run in the
third quarter, to take the lead.
Atlanta Dream player Sika Koné in the WNBA led
the Africans with 19 points, and scored two
three-pointers during the decisive drive,
in addition to grabbing 10 rebounds.
Djeneba N'Diaye also scored 19 points for Mali,
while Iyana Martin scored 20 for Spain.
In the other game that ended on Saturday,
Hungary beat Nigeria 71-67, and then
Germany-Japan and France-South
Korea, will compete.
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Digital platform modernizes port
and cargo services in Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, September 5th, 8:03am
(Prensa Latina)
The Ethiopian Maritime Transport and Logistics (ESL) company,
today has a self-service digital platform for customers, as part
of efforts to modernize port and cargo operations, and
streamline import and export procedures.
The web and mobile platform provides features including consumer
registration, cargo tracking, booking, delay management, digital
payments and claims handling. It also incorporates AI-assisted
chatbots to provide faster assistance to users.
The Deputy Director General of the Ethiopian Maritime Authority,
Fraol Tafa, stated that digital technologies are increasingly
transforming almost every aspect of daily life and have
become essential to modern logistics operations.
Tafa revealed that terminal management systems will be
implemented soon, further transforming the sector by
making operations smarter and more efficient.
He added that investments in logistics ultimately benefit
consumers and urged public and private stakeholders
to adopt modern digital systems to reduce costs,
improve cargo tracking and strengthen
service delivery.
ESL CEO Abdulber Shemsu Ahmed said the new platform
is part of the company's broader modernization efforts
to respond to the demands of the African country's
fast-growing economy.
Ahmed said it integrates previously fragmented processes
and eliminates manual paperwork that contributed to
delays and errors, thereby reducing transaction
times and improving operational efficiency.
Meanwhile, the CEO of the Ethiopian-Djibouti Railways Joint
Stock Company, Takele Uma, referred to the government's
support for the ongoing reforms in the logistics sector.
Uma said the technology would enable clients to receive
improved and more effective services, adding that the
government is working ------- to transform ESL into a
leading institution in East Africa.
The platform... is aligned with the Digital Ethiopia 2030
agenda, which seeks to accelerate end-to-end digital
transformation across the country's trade corridors.
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Sudanese paramilitary allies
leave 21 dead in Kordofan
Khartoum, September 4th, 11:14am
(Prensa Latina)
A violent attack on villages inhabited by the Otoro tribe, native to the
Nuba mountains, left at least 21 dead and dozens injured, including
women and children, medical sources learned here today.
The Sudanese Doctors' Network denounced ---- in a statement
issued the day before, that the attack was attributed to the
Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N), a
rebel group allied with the so-called Rapid Support
Forces (RSF), in the African country.
The massacre occurred in the regions of Debi and Luweri, the
scene of other clashes with the rebel group in recent months
over territorial disputes. This area is inhabited by this ethnic
minority community south and west of Kauda, in the
southern state of South Kordofan.
According to sources, this vandalism has already led to
the displacement of many civilians in the area, despite
a ceasefire recently reached between the parties.
The new inter-ethnic attacks come amid heavy fighting
between the army and the RSF for control of the
country's southern borders.
Since mid-April 2023, Sudan has been mired in an internal war, after
power disputes between army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and the
leader of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, Mohamed Hamdan
Daglo, having been fuelled by the UAE, Israeli and Ukrainian
''intelligence'' services.
''intelligence'' services.
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Violence against undocumented
foreigners continues in S Africa
Pretoria, September 4th, 10:13am
(Prensa Latina)
New violent anti-immigrant protests in the South African city of
Durban left several injured among the members of a camp for
undocumented foreigners, it was learned here today.
The wounded, who some sources place at five, mainly from the
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), were attacked the day
before by a mob of anti-immigrant demonstrators who also
clashed with police forces.
The port city of Durban has been the epicentre of several weeks of
action against irregular migration in which at least four foreigners
have died and tens of thousands have fled the country,
according to official figures.
The foreigners had moved to the site in search of protection from
mobs of South Africans who attack undocumented immigrants.
Some estimates already place more than 200,000 people who have
fled in the face of the anti-immigrant attacks, which have already
left four dead and dozens injured.
The government in Pretoria condemned in a statement last June all
forms of intimidation, harassment and violence directed against
anyone, regardless of nationality or immigration status.
However, violent South African groups blame the economic problems
suffered by the southern country's society and high crime rates on
undocumented immigrants.
Meanwhile, countries such as Zimbabwe, Ghana, Nigeria, Uganda,
Kenya, Malawi and Lesotho have already repatriated thousands
of their citizens, while others issued security alerts.
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Kenya looks to China.. to
boost industrial upgrade
Source: Xinhua
September 4th, 9:45am
Kenya will deepen collaboration with China to upgrade its
manufacturing capacity, boost exports of value-added
products, and create jobs for the youth, senior
officials said on Thursday at the 9th Kenya
International Industrial Expo in Nairobi,
the Kenyan capital.
Joseph Mutavi Kithu, national director of the Kenya National
Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI), a trade lobby,
stated that China offers strategic leverage for the East
African nation's industrial revival.
Kithu observed that the advanced manufacturing capabilities
of China, built on modern technology, a skilled workforce,
and reliable supply chains, can support Kenya's
industrial development.
"We are going to bring more tools from China so that we
can now start producing here in Kenya," Kithu said.
"We are also encouraging the Chinese people to establish
businesses here because when you are producing here,
it would be easier to reach the market," he added.
Kithu stressed -- that ordinary Kenyan citizens will benefit as
the country strengthens industrial collaboration with China,
leading to reduced prices for consumer goods.
He highlighted --- China's competitive edge in green energy,
noting that increased access to Chinese solar equipment
will boost power reliability and lower energy costs for
regular households.
Deepening Kenya-China industrial ties is a central theme
of the three-day Kenya International Industrial Expo, as
the 2026 Kenya Investment and Trade Fair... is
concurrently held.
Organized by Afripeak Expo Kenya Ltd and co-organized by
the KNCCI and Kenya Investment Authority (Invest Kenya),
the event features over 100 Chinese enterprises
showcasing innovations in manufacturing,
green mobility, healthcare,
and construction.
Pius Rotich, director of manufacturing sector investments
of Invest Kenya, said at the opening ceremony, that the
government has created a conducive policy and the
regulatory environment to attract Chinese
investments in local manufacturing,
boost exports, and address the
trade imbalance.
Rotich noted that industrial machinery imported from China
has modernized production lines for local manufacturers,
enhancing the competitiveness of Kenyan products in
both regional and global markets.
"We want to see how we can cooperate more with China
in our manufacturing sector, and achieve our long-term
vision of growth and transformation," Rotich said.
The Kenya International Industrial Expo has evolved over
the years from a conventional trade fair into a major
platform for fostering industrial cooperation, cross
-border investments, and technology exchanges,
according to Gao Wei, managing director of
Afripeak Expo Kenya Ltd.
"One of the most significant features of this year's exhibition
will be the increased presence of industrial technologies,
including laser engraving, laser cutting and advanced
processing equipment," Gao said.
Muhamed Swaleh, a local entrepreneur, said he visited the
exhibition to explore partnerships with Chinese firms
specializing in modern industrial machinery.
He noted that Kenya is ripe for an industrial takeoff, as the
country has promoted the strong ties built between local
entrepreneurs and their Chinese peers ---- to facilitate
technology and knowledge transfers.
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African body calls for leveraging
AI for regional development
Addis Ababa, September 4th, 6:03am
(Prensa Latina)
IGAD member states should leverage artificial intelligence (AI)
to accelerate development, deepen regional integration and
address common challenges in the Horn of Africa, an
official source summarised here today.
Speaking at a stakeholder consultation workshop on the regional
AI framework and strategy, the Executive Secretary of the
Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD),
Workneh Gebeyehu, noted that this set of
technologies should be considered a
key factor to advance the agenda
on regional integration, peace
and development.
The consultation scheduled for 4 and 5 September brings together
policymakers, technical experts, academics, private sector
representatives and development partners in Ethiopia
to help develop a practical regional framework
and strategy on AI for the African body.
Gebeyehu considered that artificial intelligence has the potential to
boost food security and agriculture, improve predictive climate
models and early warning systems for droughts and floods,
as well as expand access to health care through
technology-based diagnostics and
disease surveillance.
He also underscored the need to ensure data sovereignty,
accountability and regional regulation, stating that IGAD
countries must ensure that their information is
controlled, managed and used for their
own interests.
In that regard, he advocated closer cooperation among
Member States through data sharing, resource pooling
and policy harmonization, noting that regional
collaboration can achieve what no country
could achieve alone.
Gebeyehu laid out a three-pronged strategy to boost the tool
in the region: targeted investments in areas where AI can
generate the greatest impact on development, the
elimination of critical gaps in infrastructure,
policies, and human capabilities -- and the
creation of a robust regional ecosystem.
He also highlighted the need for cross-border initiatives,
institutional cooperation and harmonised policies to
support the growth of an effective regional
AI ecosystem.
For his part, the Director of IGAD Affairs at the Ministry of
Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, Ketema Haile, said that his
country recognizes AI as a transformative tool for
national and regional development.
Haile expressed Addis Ababa's commitment - to work closely
with the African entity and other member states to advance
a safe, inclusive and human-centred agenda across the
region on this set of technologies.
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Ethiopia highlights cooperation with
BRICS ------ for Africa's development
Addis Ababa, September 4th, 5:07am
(Prensa Latina)
The BRICS group creates ample opportunities for Africa to take
advantage of finance, technology transfers and strategic
partnerships while advancing its economic
transformation, an official source was
quoted as saying today by the
local press.
In an interview with DD India on the 18th Summit of the bloc and
reproduced here by Fana Media Corporation, Ethiopian envoy
Nebiyu Tedla stressed that this mechanism provides an
important platform for African countries to deepen
engagement with major emerging economies and
translate existing trade relations into more
focused and strategic partnerships.
Tedla noted that most BRICS members are already the main
trading partners of the continent's nations, providing a
solid economic foundation for broader cooperation.
Beyond trade to capacity building, innovative financing,
technology transfers and strategic investment, he said,
would further strengthen the contribution of the group
to Africa's development.
The Ethiopian envoy said that African countries are seeking
transformation in sectors such as agriculture, information
and communication technologies, mining, connectivity,
tourism and services.
Stronger engagement with BRICS members in these areas,
he added, could support national development priorities
and expand the opportunities....... for sustainable
economic growth.
He stressed the importance of the expanded membership of the
BRICS, noting that the inclusion of countries with diverse
civilizations, cultures, political systems and economic
models enhanced the representativeness of the
grouping and created greater opportunities
for members to exchange experiences
and learn from each other.
Ethiopia joined in 2024 and since then actively participated in
the engagements of senior officials and ministerial positions
under the presidencies of Russia, Brazil and India, he said.
Regarding the upcoming summit .....scheduled in New Delhi on
September 12-13, the envoy revealed that Ethiopia expects a
consensual outcome document that will provide strategic
direction for future BRICS engagements, while
addressing the interests of all members.
He said the meeting will also provide Addis Ababa with an
important multilateral platform to engage with partner
countries, including in efforts to mobilize support for
the hosting of the 32nd UNs' Climate Change
Conference (COP32) in November 2027.
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Ethiopia: BRICS can reform the
global financial architecture
Addis Ababa, September 4th, 4:58am
(Prensa Latina)
Ethiopia sees the BRICS as an important platform to advance the
reform of the global financial architecture and strengthen the
representation of developing and emerging economies in
international decision-making.
Ethiopian envoy Nebiyu Tedla stressed that the growing
economic weight of the Global South must be more
fully reflected in global institutions.
Tedla included in the latter - their decision-making and voting
structures, arguing that developing countries should have a
significant voice in shaping systems that directly affect
their interests.
He said Ethiopia's commitment to the New Development Bank
(NDB) is part of this broader effort to expand development
financing options for emerging economies.
He recalled that Addis Ababa applied to join the NDB shortly after
becoming a member of the BRICS in 2024, and its application
was approved by the bank's Board of Governors in
December 2025.
He stressed that relevant Ethiopian institutions worked to complete
the ratification process, and that the Council of Ministers finalized
its part while waiting for the House of People's Representatives
(parliament) to complete the process.
NDB membership, he said, will give Ethiopia ...additional access to
development finance and allow for closer cooperation with other
emerging economies and the bank's management, to advance
bankable development projects.
He revealed -- that Ethiopia seeks to translate the collective
understandings and decisions reached through the BRICS,
into stronger bilateral cooperation with member countries
....including India.
He also said that they are making efforts to facilitate a bilateral
meeting between Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and his Indian
counterpart, Narendra Modi, on the sidelines of the
conclave, based on the recent visit of the leader
of the Southeast Asian nation to Addis Ababa,
and the agreements reached during that visit.
At another point in the interview, the Ethiopian envoy also stressed
the need to harmonize world institutions with contemporary
realities, taking into account --- that many were created
after World War II and must be more representative
and respond to the current challenges.
He identified the reform of the United Nations Security Council as
particularly important for developing countries and Africa, given
their central role in addressing those international issues - that
frequently affect the continent and the Global South in general.
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Ebola case fatality rate in
DRC close to 50 percent
Kinshasa, September 3, 12:43pm
(Prensa Latina)
The National Institute of Public Health of the Democratic Republic
of Congo (DRC) reported today that 3,039 people lost their lives
as a result of Ebola, and the fatality rate is almost 50 percent.
According to an institutional bulletin, confirmed cases amounted
to 6,250 since the declaration of the outbreak four months ago,
and the number of recovered patients is now 1,400.
During the last 24 hours, 64 new cases and 25 deaths
were registered, the authorities said.
The case fatality rate stands at 48.6 percent, with a contact
tracing rate of cases that amounts to 89 percent.
According to the World Health Organization, the outbreak in DRC is
already the deadliest in the country's history, surpassing the one
recorded between 2018 and 2020, with projections pointing to it
being able to surpass the one recorded between 2014 & 2016 in
West Africa, which left 28,616 cases & 11,325 deaths in Guinea,
Liberia and Sierra Leone.
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Experts seek to improve health
guarantees --- for African youth
Conacry, September 3rd, 10:53am
(Prensa Latina)
Guinea today hosts the second day of work of the XII African
Conference on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights,
which focuses on the guarantees of quality health care
for young people.
This regional event will run until September 5. and seeks
to generate commitments for the protection, health and
rights of African adolescents and young people.
Under the theme: Sexual and reproductive health and rights of
adolescents and young people in Africa in the face of multiple
crises, participants highlighted the need ---- to strengthen
information and prevention, and to take into account
their needs in health policies and systems.
The conference is attended by government officials,
researchers, health professionals, civil society
representatives, technical and financial
partners, and young people, from
several African countries.
On the opening day, Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah
considered health, education and the protection of
youth - essential for the development of Africa.
He advocated for: awareness-raising strategies adapted to
the realities and aspirations of young people... that favour
their participation & achieve lasting behavioural changes.
For her part, Guinea's Minister of Health and Public Hygiene,
Khaite Sall, reaffirmed the commitment to continue the
transformation of the health system and improve
access to health care in Guinea.
He stressed - that health is a strategic investment in
the country's human capital, dignity and future, in
line with.... the ambitions of the Simandou 2040
sustainable and responsible socio-economic
development programme.
Demographics indicate, that Africa is currently the
youngest continent in the world, with almost 60%
of its population under the age of 25.
The organizers of the event highlighted that there are
gaps in the implementation of programs -- marked by
crises: by the cuts in Western funding, humanitarian
emergencies, climate change, among other factors.
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Senegal's National Assembly
approves 2 laws for analysis
Dakar, September 3rd, 10:47am
(Prensa Latina)
Two laws related to the regulation of special funds and
health in the prison environment are advancing today
in the National Assembly of Senegal.
The legislative body reported that, after examining the
proposals, they were declared admissible, which
allows the projects to continue through the
legislative procedures.
The first proposal seeks to strengthen the regulation of special
funds and the second proposal is related to the conditions and
organization of health care for people deprived of liberty.
In accordance with Article 69 of the Internal Regulations of the
National Assembly, after the analysis both proposals will be
sent to the President of the Republic for his opinion, the
statement said.
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Sudan Airstrike Destroys Tons of Food
Khartoum, September 3rd, 8:55am
(Prensa Latina)
An airstrike destroyed 50 tons of food destined for people
displaced by armed conflicts in South Kordofan, Sudan,
the World Food Program (WFP) denounced today.
The report said that the shipment should make it possible
to feed for a month some 6,000 people who face food
insecurity in these areas.
He said that the shots hit two vehicles clearly identified
with WFP emblems, that were heading towards Kadugli.
He noted that in that region the organization provides food
assistance to some 60,000 people who face emergency
or more severe levels of food insecurity.
Data from the UN agency indicate that since January there
have been 8 attacks of this type that damaged facilities
and hindered their work. These actions aggravate the
working conditions of humanitarian organizations
in Sudan, the report states.
For its part, the International Organization for Migration
reported that some 730 people were displaced from
the town of Abassiya, in South Kordofan, to areas
of North Kordofan, due to the violence.
The United Nations calls on the parties to the conflict
to respect international humanitarian law, protect
civilians --------- and guarantee the safety of
humanitarian and health workers.
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Egyptian President Receives
Italian Foreign Minister
Rome, September 3rd, 7:49am
(Prensa Latina)
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi received Italian
Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani in Cairo today, who is
visiting the country with the aim of strengthening
bilateral relations, Nova news agency reported.
During the meeting... the president invited Italian Prime Minister
Giorgia Meloni to visit Egypt to "continue the coordination and
consultations on matters of mutual interest," Ambassador
Mohamed al-Shenawi, spokesman for the Egyptian
presidency, confirmed in a statement issued
after the meeting.
According to the text, in the exchange the Italian delegation
was given a letter from Sisi addressed to Meloni, in which
he congratulates her government for being "the longest
in office in the history of the Italian Republic since the
end of World War II".
The Egyptian presidency added that, in the letter, Sisi also
highlighted the "remarkable development" of bilateral
relations in various sectors ..and invited Meloni to
visit Egypt.
With the Egyptian authorities, the Italian Foreign Minister
will discuss cooperation on key regional issues and the
development of economic and trade relations.
Together with his counterpart Badr Abdelatty, the Italian
deputy prime minister will chair the Italian-Egyptian
Joint Commission, the official website of the
Rome Foreign Ministry reported.
The Italian delegation is also made up of the Minister of
Environment and Energy Security, Gilberto Pichetto
Fratin, and the Minister of Labour and Social
Policies, Marina Calderone.
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Death toll rises to more than
3,000 from Ebola outbreak
in DRC
Kinshasa, September 2, 12:12pm
(Prensa Latina)
The authorities of the Democratic Republic of Congo
confirmed today that the Ebola outbreak declared in
mid-May has already exceeded the threshold of
three thousand deaths.
According to the National Institute of Public Health,
about 6,200 confirmed cases were reported in the
six provinces affected by the disease.
To date, 6,186 cases have been registered, with
3,077 deaths, the institutional bulletin said.
The outbreak in DRC is already the deadliest in the
country's history, surpassing the one recorded
between 2018 and 2020, with projections
pointing to it being able to surpass the
one recorded between 2014 and
2016 in West Africa, which left
28,016 cases..... and 11,325
deaths in Guinea, Liberia
and Sierra Leone......
according to data
from the WHO.
Ebola is a serious, often fatal, disease in humans.
According to the medical literature, the viruses
causing it belong to the genus Orthoebolavirus
of the Filoviridae family.
To date, six species of Orthoebolavirus have
been identified, of which three are known
to cause large outbreaks: Ebola Virus,
Sudan Virus and Bundibugyo Virus.
Experts point to fruit bats of the Pteropodidae
family as responsible, as they are natural
hosts of the Orthoebolavirus.
The virus can be transmitted to humans when
people have close contact with the blood,
secretions, organs, or other body fluids
of infected animals, such as fruit bats,
chimpanzees, gorillas, porcupines,
that are found sick or dead in
the rainforest.
Individuals cannot transmit the disease before
they have symptoms, and they remain
infectious as long as their blood
contains the virus.
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AU and the International Finance
Corporation talk ''partnership''
Addis Ababa, September 2, 8:28am
(Prensa Latina)
The African Union (AU) and the International Finance
Corporation (IFC) today analyzed the deepening of
the strategic partnership between Africa and the
World Bank to promote the continent's
development priorities.
The topic was the focus of discussions between AU
Commission Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf and IFC
Director General Makhtar Diop, in which they
also discussed mobilizing African capital,
including resources managed by pension
and institutional funds, to invest more
actively in infrastructure, industries
and transformative projects
in Africa.
Youssouf underlined.... the importance of accelerating
intra-African trade and addressing persistent barriers
to integration, such as poor infrastructure, non-tariff
barriers, regulatory fragmentation and obstacles to
the free movement of goods, capital and energy.
He emphasized strengthening manufacturing capacity
for pharmaceuticals and vaccines in Africa through
the African Medicines Agency, harmonizing
regulatory standards, and creating
reliable continental markets for
African-made medical devices.
He also underlined the need to accelerate the digital
transformation of the AU and to strengthen peace,
security and political stability, as fundamental
for investment and sustainable development.
The meeting - also highlighted the importance of Mission
300, regional energy markets and clusters of electricity
systems, private sector investment in the transmission
infrastructure, and in the development of integrated
transport, energy and finance corridors.
Mission 300 is an initiative launched in 2024 by the
African Development Bank and the World Bank to
bring electricity to 300 million people in Africa
by 2030.
Finally, Youssouf and Diop reaffirmed their commitment
to continue working together for a more integrated,
self-reliant, digitally connected Africa, capable
of financing its own development.
The World Bank's International Finance Corporation
is the largest development institution ---- focused
exclusively on the private sector in emerging
markets and emerging countries.
(Rhondda Records adds -
What a pathetic sell-out)
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Weighing Africa's energy potential ---
on the way to international summit
Windhoek, September 1, 1:54pm
(Prensa Latina)
Namibia is organising the African International Energy, Oil and
Gas Summit from today focused on finding ways to reduce the
investment gap in the energy sector .....and accelerate the
development of infrastructure.
The organizing committee, in collaboration with the
Namibian University of Science and Technology,
launched an international call for delegates,
sponsors and exhibitors... interested in
participating from October 20 to 24
in the 2026 edition of this
great event.
Under the theme - 'Giving new impetus to energy and land
governance in Africa', the meeting aims to bring together
politicians, energy sector leaders, investors and experts
to address challenges related to energy financing and
governance on the continent.
According to analysts, Africa has significant resources of oil,
gas, solar, hydroelectric and wind energy, but suffers from a
significant deficit of infrastructure & access to electricity,
so this meeting is very much in tune with reality.
Data from the International Energy Agency (IEA) indicate that
over 600 million Africans do not have access to electricity,
while the fragility of electricity grids causes losses for
the continent of about 130 billion dollars in gross
domestic product ---- each year.
Although considerable in the continent's potential, Africa
also captures less than three percent of global energy
investments, the IEA adds.
The summit organizers said the meeting will examine ways
to reduce risks for investors, mobilize more cross-border
finance, and tap carbon markets.
They added -- that high-level meetings are planned, that will bring
together ministers, technology operators, investors and financial
institutions around projects & partnerships in the energy sector.
The Network of Excellence on Land Governance in Africa,
the Nigerian Crude Oil Refinery Owners Association,
African Energy World, African Energy Vault Ltd,
Transcontinental University in the US & the
African Academy of Energy.... are also
collaborating in preparation for
the event, they said.
Rhondda Records adds:
Sad future for Africa after all those heroes
died fighting for an Africa free from the
West and its predatory ''loans.''
Why aren't you storming the walls
of the BRICS Development Bank?
Rhondda Records adds:
Sad future for Africa after all those heroes
died fighting for an Africa free from the
West and its predatory ''loans.''
Why aren't you storming the walls
of the BRICS Development Bank?
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New ECOWAS mandate with
an eye on ---- regional unity
Abuja, September 1, 12:28pm
(Prensa Latina)
With a call for unity, solidarity and mutual respect, a new
mandate began in the Commission of the Economic
Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
- media outlets highlighted today.
mandate began in the Commission of the Economic
Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
- media outlets highlighted today.
On taking over the presidency of ECOWAS, Birame Diop of Senegal
urged members to work collectively to build a "united, coherent
and effective" institution.
He considered that such a body must be able to respond to the
aspirations & challenges of the region, and pointed out that
the strength of regional integration must be measured by
the Community's ability to remain united and pursue
common objectives.
Diop also stressed the importance of opening a new page
for the integration of West Africa, marked by peace,
dignity and shared prosperity.
ECOWAS will have to strengthen actions in the areas of
regional cohesion, security, economic integration and
cooperation among its member states.
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Zambian President sworn
in ....for his second term
Lusaka, September 1, 11:22am
(Prensa Latina)
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema was sworn in
for a second term today with a call for national unity.
The ceremony was held at the National Heroes Stadium in this
capital, in the presence of several African leaders... including
William Ruto of Kenya, Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe,
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of Namibia, and Samia Suluhu
Hassan of Tanzania, as well as a large audience of
political supporters.
Meanwhile, the main opposition leader and second in the votes
in the recent presidential elections, held on August 13, Brian
Mundubile, is in prison, accused of high treason.
According to political observers, the election was marred
by accusations of intimidation, pro-government bias and
restrictions on the opposition.
The official results released gave Hichilema 60 percent
of the votes, followed by Mundubile with 38 percent.
Hichilema's first term was characterized by an economic boom
.....that did not result in better living conditions for the most
impoverished sectors of society, and left high inflation.
World Bank data indicate that more than 70 percent of
Zambia's 22 million people live below the poverty line.
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Ethiopia's religious institutions --
called on to foster national unity
Addis Ababa, September 1, 8:52am
(Prensa Latina)
President Taye Atske-Selassie today urged religious institutions
to strengthen their role in preserving Ethiopia's moral values
and fostering national unity.
Selassie, speaking at the ceremony for the 15th anniversary
and the 18th Ordinary General Assembly of the Ethiopian
Inter-religious Council, called the meeting an important
forum to reflect on the country's past, celebrate the
unity of its people and discuss its many shared
national aspirations.
He noted that over the past 15 years, the Council demonstrated
its value by helping to lay a solid foundation for the nation's
growth. He stressed that Ethiopia was built thanks to the
ideas, work and prayers of successive generations.
He also affirmed that the foundations are based on faith, respect
for human dignity and a deep appreciation of diversity and unity.
He considered that religious institutions long played a fundamental
role in the formation of public morality and character. Emphasizing
the responsibility of religious leaders, the president pointed to
their role as key guardians of public ethics. In this sense, he
called for redoubling efforts to educate young people and
protect them against imported ideologies, and fads.
He urged religious institutions to actively teach against
practices contrary to Ethiopian culture and morals,
such as deceit, falsehood, theft, corruption,
cruelty and indifference to human life.
He also stressed the importance of guiding those who travel
along destructive paths.... towards constructive citizenship.
The Ethiopian president described religious leaders as beacons
of guidance in difficult times, calling them apostles & sahaba
(companions, in Amharic) of dialogue, unity, forgiveness and
reconciliation, during periods of division.
He welcomed its active participation in Ethiopia's recent National
Dialogue process, noting that it contributed to fostering stability,
truth and lasting peace.
He concluded by reiterating that the Government recognizes and
values ------ the important contribution of religious institutions to
sustainable peace, social cohesion and national development.
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Rights protection, Ethiopia
responds to refugee crisis
Addis Ababa, September 1, 8:49am
(Prensa Latina)
Ethiopia is promoting a response strategy to the refugee crisis
that links the protection of rights and dignity with integration,
economic participation and access to development
opportunities, it was announced today.
Ethiopian Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tironeh said this on his
social networks after visiting the headquarters of the Refugee
and Returnee Service to discuss the important institutional
reforms carried out via the institution's own capacities.
Tiruneh noted that these reforms go beyond improving the physical
working environment, also encompassing the strengthening of the
organizational culture, the improvement of the quality of service
and the creation of a lasting organizational capacity.
He stressed ---- that the coordinated efforts of the Service's
management, its staff and refugee communities — both at
headquarters and in the offices of the eight regions and
25 reception centres — demonstrate that meaningful
institutional transformation is possible, through
commitment, collaboration and self-reliance.
He particularly highlighted the implementation of the "Bounty of
the Basket" initiative in areas such as livestock development,
fruit and vegetable production, poultry farming, beekeeping
and plant cultivation.
These efforts, he said, demonstrate that institutional reform
should not be measured solely by improvements in the
workplace, but also by productivity, livelihoods, and
the tangible results generated.
Ethiopia... is currently hosting more than 1.1 million refugees from
various countries, a responsibility that the Deputy Prime Minister
says goes beyond safeguarding their rights & dignity to include
strengthening their integration with host communities... and
expanding their access to development opportunities.
He identified the implementation of digital ID as an important
step - to facilitate greater social and economic participation.
He commended the progress made by the Refugee & Returnee
Service and urged the continuation of these efforts with
renewed determination, increased ambition and a
sustained commitment to delivering results.
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Ethiopia reveals regional benefits
of the new Nile River reservoirs
Addis Ababa, September 1, 5:55am
(Prensa Latina)
As the debate on Ethiopia's plans to build more dams on the Nile
River reignited, an expert from the Ministry of Water and Energy
today exposed the regional benefits and environmental impact.
The chairman of the Ethiopian Revival Grand Dam (GERD) Advisory
Team on Transboundary Waters and the Ethiopian Renaissance
Grand Dam (GERD), Fekahmed Negash, explained.. that the
reservoirs located downstream in Egypt suffer from high
evaporation rates due to Egypt's hot desert climate.
Negash noted that the deep and narrow gorges of the Addis Ababa
Highlands give much more favourable conditions for water storage.
He argued that these cooler areas would ultimately benefit all the
countries in the Nile basin.
He contrasted these conditions with those of the Aswan Grand Dam,
whose vast reservoir is located in Egypt's hot, desert environment
and is exposed to substantial evaporation losses. He estimated
that the dam loses between 15 and 16 billion cubic metres of
water, annually, through evaporation.
The former member of Ethiopia's negotiating team for GERD and
former executive director of the East Nile Regional Technical
Office said the potential benefits of accumulating in the
Ethiopian highlands go beyond reducing evaporation.
He identified the decrease in sedimentation as another important
advantage for downstream countries, particularly Egypt.
Large amounts of sediment transported from Ethiopia's highlands
accumulate in Lake Nasser, behind the Aswan Grand Dam,
gradually reducing its storage capacity, he said.
While severe flooding is relatively rare, he stressed that extreme
events can pose significant risks to downstream infrastructure.
He recalled that, during a big flood in 2005, Egyptian engineers
opened the western spillway and diverted billions of cubic
meters of water ..into the Toshka Valley. Increased
storage capacity in Ethiopia, could help regulate
extreme flows within the basin and reduce the
pressure major floods put on downstream
infrastructure, he said.
Another benefit - is the development of a cascade dam system in
Ethiopia to generate electricity above domestic needs, creating
opportunities for downstream countries to access clean and
affordable energy.
Such energy cooperation could provide an additional basis for
economic integration among Nile basin countries, he added.
Finally, he argued that water storage should be approached
from a basin-wide perspective, rather than focusing solely
on the interests of each individual country.