The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has issued a draft directive that excludes small...

The Public Procurement Service (PPS) has announced an upcoming directive aimed at enhancing the...

In a historic move, Ethiopia has approved the commercial release of insect protected maize, following several years of rigorous efforts. Alongside transgenic maize, the government has also authorized the commercialization of genetically modified (GM) cotton varieties. The decision, made by the National Variety Release Committee (NVRC), represents a significant advancement for the country's agricultural sector. Granted early last week, the approval includes the highly anticipated TELA maize varieties, which have been genetically modified for insect resistance and drought tolerance. Additionally, the NVRC approved the release of Bt-GT cotton, a variety designed to withstand bollworms, a major pest in cotton cultivation. Developed through the public private partnership, TELA Maize project, the TELA maize varieties were developed with main aim to protect the maize crop against stem borers and fall armyworms (FAW), pests that have long plagued Ethiopian farmers. These...

Ethio telecom has introduced a series of groundbreaking digital solutions aimed at modernizing and...

Ethiopian Investment Holding (EIH) has unveiled an ambitious plan to eradicate unjustified power disruptions...

On March 1, 1896, the Battle of Adwa marked a pivotal moment in African history, as Ethiopian forces led...

Ethiopia stands on the brink of a significant transformation as it seeks to join the World Trade Organization (WTO),...

As we never tire of repeating; ‘fractional reserve banking’ anchored on fiat currency is the worst non-violent crime of...

Modern societies developed a political machine to effect, amongst other things, the winning of political elections. Political parties were...

From ancient religious ties to modern diplomatic efforts, the bond between Armenia and Ethiopia runs deep. As the newly established Armenian embassy in Addis Ababa strengthens relations, we sat down with Ambassador Sahak Sargsyan to discuss the historic connections, current collaborations, and future prospects for partnership between these two...

The Ethiopian Quality Award Organization (EQA) was established in 2008 through a collaboration between Addis Ababa University (AAU) and Walta Media and Communication. Its mission is to cultivate a national quality brand by recognizing and rewarding organizations that implement quality systems in their products and services, while keeping pace...