Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday sent a message to the 38th African Union (AU) Summit, extending warm congratulations to African countries and people.
In the face of the current complex and intertwined international situation, the Global South, represented by China and Africa, has grown significantly, Xi noted.
Over the past year, the AU has united and led African countries in vigorously advancing integration, actively responding to regional and global challenges, and speaking in unison as the "voice of Africa," Xi said.
Noting that these efforts have led to a continuous boost in Africa's international status and influence, he sincerely wishes African countries and people even greater success on the path of independence, self-reliance and development.
Xi said that the year 2024 saw vigorous development of China-Africa relations.
With the successful Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation,...
In an exclusive interview, Jandyr Ferreira dos Santos, the Brazilian Ambassador to Ethiopia and Permanent Observer of Brazil to the African Union, shares insights on the evolving diplomatic relationship between Brazil and Ethiopia, the significance of Brazil's presidency of the BRICS, and the potential for enhanced cooperation across various sectors. With 72 years of diplomatic ties, the two nations are poised to deepen their partnership, particularly in the fields of agriculture, technology, and cultural exchange. Ambassador Ferreira dos Santos emphasizes the importance of collaboration in addressing global challenges while highlighting Brazil's commitment to supporting Ethiopia's development goals. As both countries navigate their roles within the Global South, the ambassador outlines a vision for a resilient future built on mutual interests and shared values. Excerpts;
Capital: How would you assess the current state of diplomatic relations between Brazil and Ethiopia and what areas do you believe hold the most potential for...
Professional associations play a pivotal role in shaping the socio-economic landscape of any nation. In Ethiopia, these associations are increasingly recognized for their potential to drive workforce development, enhance professional standards, and contribute to national progress. However, the journey of professional associations in Ethiopia is marked by both significant achievements and persistent challenges. This interview with Mesganaw Getinet, a prominent figure in Ethiopia's training and consultancy sector, sheds light on the evolution, challenges, and opportunities facing professional associations in the country. Mesganaw, the founder of MG Consultancy and a key advocate for the Ethiopian Training and Development Professionals Association (ETDPA), shares insights into the sector's growth, the role of government, and the strategies needed to strengthen these associations. This condensed version of the interview captures the essence of his perspectives, offering a comprehensive overview of the current state and future potential of professional associations in Ethiopia.
Capital: What are the...
Ethio-Djibouti Standard Gauge Railway Share Company (EDR) would like to invite interested and qualified bidders for the procurement of Vehicle Rental & Locomotive Break Sand with the open tendering procedures.
EDR invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the supply and delivery of goods mentioned below.
S/NBid Ref. No.Description of BidBid Security Amount (ETB)1EDR/NCB/VR/01/25Vehicle Rental50,000.002EDR/NCB/LBS/02/25Locomotive Break Sand50,000.00
The bid security shall be in the form of Cash Payment Order (CPO) or unconditional bank guarantee in the Name of “Ethio-Djibouti Standard Gauge Railway Share Company”, enclosed in a separate envelope and presented inside the original technical proposal of the bid document envelope valid at least for 90 days
Bidding will be conducted in accordance with the open National competitive tendering procedures contained in the Public Procurement Proclamation of the Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and EDR procurement Directives and is open to all bidders from eligible source countries.
Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from EDR and inspect the bidding document at the address given below at 10 (a) from 8:30am to 5:30pm.
A complete set of bidding documents in English may be purchased by interested bidders at the address given below at 10 (a) upon payment of a non-refundable fee of 200 Birr for each bid. The method of payment will be in cash.
Bid must be delivered to the Address...
Provision Of Manpower Services for WFP Fleet Operations.
Closing Date: 25 February 2025 at 12:00 hrs
A. Background
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is currently inviting applications from national and international companies registered in Ethiopia who are interested and qualified to provide manpower services in support of WFP fleet operations. These companies are expected to maintain a roster of skilled personnel, including truck drivers, light vehicle drivers, convoy leaders, mechanics, and other necessary support staff, who can be readily deployed as per operational requirements.
B. Objective
WFP-Ethiopia seeks national and international reputable and legally registered service providers for the provision of manpower services to support WFP fleet operations. These companies are expected to maintain a roster of skilled personnel, including truck drivers, light vehicle drivers, convoy leaders, mechanics, and other necessary support staff, who can be readily deployed as per operational requirements.
C. Service Requirement
Provision of suitably qualified personnel to WFP Ethiopia for designated duties and management of all personnel and administrative aspects of the outsourced manpower services.
The personnel deployed by the Contractor for service execution shall be recognized as employees of the contracting company, with the Contractor ensuring that the outsourced staff comply with all pertinent local laws and regulations governing the operations.
The operational oversight of Fleet operations, encompassing asset maintenance responsibilities, remains under the purview of WFP.
This...
The African Union (AU) and the All-Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) formalized their long-standing partnership in promoting Africa’s creative and cultural industries, particularly in the field of music.
This MoU aims to strengthen the already existing partnership since 2014 when AFRIMA launched its first Award ceremony that honours exceptional African musical talents and the promotion of African music at the international...
In August 2025, the National Museum in Prague will display a 3.2 million-year-old fossil of the hominin species Australopithecus afarensis, commonly known as Lucy, which is one of the most precious and oldest paleoanthropological exhibits in the world, Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala told journalists today.
“This is an absolutely unique event, as the original fossil will be on public...
South Africa’s Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Mr Gwede Mantashe has committed to attend the four-day AOW energy event (https://AOWEnergy.com/) in Cape Town from 7 – 10 October.
AOW: Investing in African Energy brings together industry leaders to develop policy, share discoveries, secure investment, and shape Africa’s energy future. This year’s event will feature more than 1 600 senior delegates, 80 ministers and officials from 70+ countries and representatives of more than 760 companies.
Announcing Mantashe’s confirmed attendance, Chief Executive Officer of Sankofa Events, Paul Sinclair...
On the back of major investments from multilateral finance institution the African Development Bank, The Gambia is poised to increase its electrification rate to 70% – 50% in rural areas – by the end of the year. In the wake of the country’s burgeoning energy sector, The Gambia’s Minister of Petroleum and Energy Nani Juwara will participate as a speaker at this year’s African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy 2024 conference, which takes place in Cape Town from November 4-8.
The Gambia represents...