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Africa: Statement By the Chairperson of the African Union Commission On the Passing of Ambassador Konjit Sinegiorgis of Ethiopia

eriinfo.com2 months ago02 mins

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has received with profound sorrow the news of the passing of Ambassador Konjit Sinegiorgis, a distinguished diplomat, a pioneering figure in Ethiopia’s foreign service, and a steadfast Pan-Africanist who dedicated her life to the service of her country and the continent. Ambassador Konjit Sinegiorgis…

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Africa: Ethiopia Assumes Chairship of AU Peace and Security Council

eriinfo.com3 months ago02 mins

Addis Ababa — Ethiopia has assumed the Chairship of the African Union Peace and Security Council for April 2026, marking its first time leading the Council since rejoining it in April 2025. The country is set to officially begin presiding over the Council’s agenda on April 7, 2026. The chairship will be inaugurated with a…

Africa: Oil Price Surge Is Hurting African Economies – Scholars in Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal and South Africa Take Stock

eriinfo.com3 months ago03 mins

The attacks by the US and Israel on Iran, which started on 28 February 2026, upended key supply chains, driving oil prices above US$100 a barrel. The spike followed Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz in response to the US and Israeli action. About 20% of the world’s oil supplies are transported through the…

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Africa: Ethiopia – a New Phase of Support for Safety Nets Will Foster Resilience and Create Pathways to Decent Jobs

eriinfo.com4 months ago06 mins

Washington — The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved a new phase of support for safety nets in Ethiopia under the Productive Safety Net Project 6 (PSNP 6), a project designed to create jobs, enhance food security, build climate resilience, and support vulnerable households. Across Ethiopia, families are working hard to make ends meet…

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Africa: Newly Launched AI UniPod Set to Transform Ethiopia Into Africa’s Tech Hub

eriinfo.com4 months ago04 mins

Addis Ababa — Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute has officially launched the Artificial Intelligence University Innovation Pod (AI UniPod), a landmark initiative aimed at positioning Ethiopia as Africa’s leading artificial intelligence hub. The AI UniPod is a collaborative effort established by the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute, Addis Ababa University, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)…

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Africa: Ethiopia Finalizes Preparations to Host 39th AU Summit, 2nd Italy-Africa Summit, PM Abiy Announces

eriinfo.com4 months ago02 mins

Addis Ababa — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has announced that Ethiopia has finalized its preparations to host high-level delegations attending the 39th African Union (AU) Summit and the 2nd Italy-Africa Summit in Addis Ababa. The Prime Minister stated that the country is fully prepared to welcome heads of state, government officials, and international partners for…

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Africa: Ethiopia Solidifies Position As Regional Powerhouse, Emerging As Africa’s Renewable Energy Leader

eriinfo.com5 months ago05 mins

Addis Ababa — – Ethiopia is translating long-held development ambitions into concrete achievements, reinforcing its role as a regional powerhouse and positioning itself as Africa’s leading renewable energy hub, according to the Government Communication Service (GCS). In a statement released today, GCS highlighted the inauguration of major development projects under the leadership of Prime Minister…

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Africa: Chairperson of the African Union Commission Calls for Maximum Restraint in Tigray Region, Ethiopia

eriinfo.com5 months ago02 mins

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, is closely monitoring the unfolding situation in parts of Tigray Region of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, and expresses deep concern over recent developments. The Chairperson re-emphasizes the paramount and continued importance of the preservation of the hard-won gains achieved under the AU-led…

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Africa: Ethiopia and AU Officials Review Preparations for 48th Executive Council, 39th AU Assembly

eriinfo.com5 months ago04 mins

Addis Ababa — Ethiopia’s State Minister of Foreign Affairs, Birhanu Tesgaye, on Tuesday held discussions with Selma Malika Haddadi, Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission, on preparations for the 48th Ordinary Session of the AU Executive Council and the 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly, scheduled to take place from 11-15 February…

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Africa: News – Ethiopia Ratifies Prisoner Transfer and Extradition Agreements With China, Brazil, and South Africa

eriinfo.com5 months ago04 mins

Addis Abeba — The Ethiopian House of Peoples’ Representatives (HoPR) has ratified proclamations approving prisoner transfer agreements with the People’s Republic of China and the Federal Republic of Brazil, as well as a criminal extradition agreement with the Republic of South Africa. In a statement issued following the House’s ninth session on 22 January 2026,…