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Stories from Ethiopia

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politics 13d ago Addis Ababa

Ethiopian Claims TPLF Planning Influence Operations

No specific timeline or methods for these operations were provided in the report. The statement comes amid ongoing political tensions in Ethiopia.
RFI Kiswahili
politics 13d ago Addis Ababa

Ethiopia Investigates Alleged TPLF Cooperation With Opponents

Ethiopia has reportedly obtained sufficient evidence that leaders from the Tigray region are establishing cooperation with opposition groups. The investigation follows claims of unauthorized coordination between regional leaders and various political factions.
RFI Kiswahili
economy 13d ago Addis Ababa

Binance Suspends Ethiopian Birr Trading

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has suspended trading for the Ethiopian Birr following regulatory pressure in the country.
Mastodon
politics 13d ago Addis Ababa

Ethiopia Accuses Sudanese Army Of Arming Tigray Rebels

Ethiopia has accused Tigray leaders of establishing partnerships with enemies, according to a report from RFI Kiswahili. Ethiopian authorities have accused leaders in the Tigray region of collaborating with enemies. The source noted that the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) has been involved in regional instability for nearly a decade. This development follows a visit by Tom Fletcher to Somalia to review regional stability. Fletcher expressed frustration regarding the allocation of resources in the region.
RFI Kiswahili
technology 13d ago Addis Ababa

Dodai EV Bike Shop Operates In Addis Ababa

An electric motorbike shop in Addis Ababa provides rapid battery swapping services. Workers recharge old batteries on a rack behind the shop to maintain operations. Yuma Suzuki is the founder and CEO of Dodai EV Bikes.
BBC WS backup
health 13d ago Addis Ababa

Africa CDC Partners With Africa Frontline First

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention and Africa Frontline First have strengthened their partnership. The collaboration aims to accelerate the expansion of the community health workforce across the continent.
Mastodon
environment 13d ago Addis Ababa

Ethiopia Exports Hydropower To Neighboring Nations

Ethiopia is selling hydropower to neighboring countries including Djibouti, Kenya, and South Sudan. The nation is Africa's second most populated country and possesses enormous access to hydropower. Some distribution issues currently exist within the region.
BBC WS backup
environment 13d ago Addis Ababa

Ethiopia Activates Largest Dam In Africa

Ethiopia has recently activated the largest dam in Africa. The nation is Africa's second most populated country. The project provides access to hydropower for the region. Ethiopia is also selling surplus power to neighboring countries including Djibouti, Kenya, and South Sudan. Some distribution issues currently exist within the region. The surge in power prices is driving countries to reduce reliance on gas to mitigate price spikes. Governments are facing increased pressure to secure local gas supplies to manage these fluctuations. The facility is the largest dam on the African continent.
BBC World Service
technology 13d ago Addis Ababa

Dodai EV Bikes Operates In Ethiopia

Dodai EV Bikes, founded by CEO Yuma Suzuki, has been operating for three years and employs 100 local Ethiopian staff. The company provides electric bikes that are significantly cheaper to charge than gasoline is to purchase.
BBC World Service
health 13d ago Addis Ababa

Africa Faces Severe Healthcare Worker Shortages

CDC Africa Director Dr. Jean Kassea reported a shortage of health workers across the African continent. The shortage includes a lack of doctors and nurses in various regions. Kassea stated that addressing these gaps is essential to improving healthcare services and community empowerment. The shortage impacts the ability to provide quality medical care across Africa.
RFI Kiswahili