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Addis Ababa hosted the Green Energy Summit 2024, organized by Huawei Ethiopia, on April 15, 2024. The event, held under the theme “Together for the Greener Ethiopia,” showcased new green energy technologies and marked the launch of related services. Additionally, Huawei Ethiopia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Ethiopian Electric Utility (EEU) to establish a strategic partnership encompassing digital transformation, corporate culture, green energy, and management collaboration.

During the summit’s opening remarks, Liu Jifan, CEO of Huawei Ethiopia, commended the environmental initiatives undertaken by African nations, including Ethiopia, in recent years. He emphasized the potential of solar energy solutions, particularly in regions facing electricity system instability and rising oil costs. Huawei is committed to leveraging its expertise in power electronics and ICT technology to contribute to a greener Ethiopia and collaborate with the entire ecosystem in building a sustainable world.

Tariku Demissie, the Chief Technology Officer of Ethio-Telecom, delivered a speech titled “Leverage Technology for Sustainable, Green Development.” He highlighted Ethiopia’s abundant renewable energy resources, such as solar, wind, geothermal, and hydropower, and the government’s ambitious goals for renewable energy generation. Demissie emphasized that green energy not only relies on energy sources but also necessitates efficient utilization and management systems.

Domestic air travel increases dramatically

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April 26, 2024

Domestic air travel increases dramatically

Ethiopian Airlines discloses a sharp increase in domestic air travel.

According to Mesfin Tasew, CEO of Ethiopian Airlines Group, the overall number of domestic passengers for the budget year, which ends in June, is predicted to be 3.5 million, representing a 34.6 percent increase over the same period in the previous year.

There were 2.6 million domestic passengers in the budget year 2022/23.

According to the CEO, domestic passenger traffic is increasing gradually.

In order to handle the increasing volume of travelers, the airlines are now working on a proposal to build a new airport 40 km outside of Addis.

This airport will have four times the capacity of the current Bole facility.

As of the now, Bole International Airport can handle 25 million passengers a year.

The CEO said that international passenger traffic and a small amount of freight service and would be handled by the new airport.

Nonetheless, the capital’s airport will continue to handle cargo operation, maintenance, and the nation’s expanding domestic traffic.

He said that in order to increase the MRO service it offered to clients in Africa and the Middle East, the Group is constructing two new hangars, a cutting-edge component repair complex, and a state-of-the-art airplane parts warehouse that will be operational by the end of the year.

The CEO noted that the airline had established a state-of-the-art cargo facility at its Bole base, and that Bole will remain the freight center.

According to the plan Bole Airport will be connected to the future airport city, which would be situated near Bishoftu, via a fast rail network.

“Last year, we carried 13.9 million passengers, and this year, we aim to reach 18 million passengers.” If we continue with this growth in two years’ time,” Mesfin recently told Capital, “we will be at 20 million passengers or more. So, it will be congested. Moving away or building a new airport hub is a necessity.”

By 2035, the Group aspires to become one of the top 20 global airlines and generate USD 25 billion in revenue annually, “This year, we plan to achieve USD 7 billion, aiming for tripled growth in the next 11 years.”

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) condemns killing of Sudanese Red Crescent volunteer while on duty

AfricaNews

April 26, 2024

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) confirms the killing of Hossam El-Din Awad Mohamed Khalifa, a volunteer from the Sudanese Red Crescent Society, in Tuti Island, Khartoum State, on 10 April while on duty. Reports indicate that Hossam was fatally shot while he and other volunteers were providing first aid services during the Eid prayer. Eight others were injured in the incident.

The IFRC strongly condemns this violence and asserts that healthcare workers must be respected and protected under all circumstances. We extend our deepest condolences to Hossam’s family and colleagues.

Since the beginning of the year, nineteen IFRC network members have died while performing their vital humanitarian duties. This violence must end. They are #NotATarget.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).

Morocco: His Majesty The King Congratulates Dutch Sovereigns on National Day

AfricaNews

April 26, 2024

HM King Mohammed VI has sent a congratulatory message to TM King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, on the occasion of their country’s celebration of its National Day.

In this message, HM the King expresses, to the Dutch Sovereigns, His warmest congratulations and best wishes for good health and happiness, wishing the Dutch people further progress and prosperity.

“I should like to take this opportunity to say how keen I am to continue working with you to strengthen the relations rooted in friendship and mutual esteem between our countries,” the Sovereign points out.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Kingdom of Morocco – Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates.