Stories from Ethiopia

The Ethiopian government has expelled Sudanese soldiers from its territory. No specific location within Ethiopia or the number of soldiers involved was provided. The Ethiopian government stated the soldiers were operating without authorization.

The Sudanese army claims to have intercepted drones launched from Bahir Dar airport in Ethiopia. These drones follow a flight path similar to a Bayraktar Akıncı drone intercepted in March. The intercepted aircraft was also traced back to the same Ethiopian airport. The drones are identified as Turkish-manufactured Bayraktar Akıncı models. The drone's identification number was noted during the report. This development follows recent regional tensions involving drone activity in the area. Sudanese Foreign Minister stated the government has evidence that four drone strikes originated from Bahir Dar airport in Ethiopia. The strikes occurred on March 1. The minister also accused the United Arab Emirates of providing the drones used in the attacks. He warned that any further attacks would face a response.

Ethiopia is working toward a $10 billion export revenue milestone through the Made in Ethiopia project. The initiative has generated $14 billion worth of import substitute goods to date. The project aims to drive national exports while reducing reliance on imports.

The United Arab Emirates has provided $300,000 to support cardiac medical treatments in Ethiopia.

Ghana's Ministry of Foreign Affairs warned citizens of new Ethiopian visa regulations. Overstays may result in fines of $3,000 plus daily charges, or $5,000 for longer violations.

The Africa Center has reported an increase in casualties related to repression. The Africa Center for Strategic Studies has released a report detailing an increase in casualties due to repression.

The Earth's crust in the rift zone between Ethiopia and Kenya is significantly thinner than previously thought. This finding suggests potential implications for geological activity in the region.

African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat stated that a G20 summit held without South African participation would be meaningless. The comments were made in South Africa. The statement said the necessity of South Africa's involvement in global economic discussions.

New Chinese tariff policies are facilitating increased exports of Ethiopian highland roses to Chinese consumers. China has reduced tariffs on flower exports from Ethiopia to encourage export diversification. The move is intended to facilitate export diversification for African nations. The move is described as a timely measure to support African exporters amidst rising global protectionism. A representative from the African Union Commission expressed gratitude for the initiative, noting it strengthens the partnership between China and Africa. Reporter Wu Ting reports that the policy is changing the market landscape for high-quality products. These roses are grown on highlands over 2,000 meters above sea level in the Horn of Africa. The policy aims to meet buyer requirements and bridge the distance between African producers and the Chinese market.

Human Rights Watch has called for the reversal of death sentences handed to 50 individuals in Ethiopia. The organization is seeking a review of these judicial decisions. The organization is protesting the death penalty applied in these cases.