Early works comprise some activities with the community and other stakeholders to ensure that everyone is fully informed and consulted and the site is prepared for the major works to commence, the company said in the statement it issued on June 17. “Our focus is now on completing the Early Works at Tulu Kapi so …
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) kicked off a pivotal workshop focused on local currency financing and capital market development for central banks across the African continent. In the opening remarks, a senior UNECA official welcomed the distinguished guests and esteemed colleagues, emphasizing the critical role that strengthening financial architecture plays in driving …
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In a significant development for the African insurance industry, Yared Mola, the CEO of Nyala Insurance S.C., has been appointed as the Vice President of the African Insurance Organization (AIO). The AIO, a non-governmental institution headquartered in Yaounde, Cameroon, was founded in 1972 with the primary objective of promoting the competitive and sustainable development of …
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South Korea‘s ambassador to Ethiopia Jung Kang has reaffirmed his country’s commitment to further strengthen its development cooperation with Ethiopia. In an exclusive interview with ENA, the Ambassador said Ethiopia and South Korea have strong bilateral cooperation in various spheres. According to him, the historical cooperation of the two countries in politics, economy, and development …
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Ethiopia continues to supply electricity to Sudan despite a significant decrease in daily consumption, according to the Ethiopian Electricity Authority. Before the ongoing conflict in Sudan, the nation imported up to 200 megawatts of electricity per day from Ethiopia. However, this figure has recently dropped to 50 megawatts or less, the authority reported. Sudan has …
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The Institute of Ethiopian Standards (IES) has implemented a new system that allows manufacturers to purchase essential standards electronically. This shift from a physical to an online platform streamlines access to standards, potentially expediting the production process for Ethiopian manufacturers. Previously, manufacturers were required to visit the IES in person to acquire these standards, a …
The Ethiopian government has finalized a study on electricity tariff reform, submitted to the Petroleum and Energy Authority. This initiative aims to recover electricity provision costs due to the declining global purchasing power of the dollar. Ethiopia’s electricity sector, heavily reliant on foreign exchange for expansion, faces challenges due to the national debt and minimal …
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Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) announced a trading volume reaching Birr 23.6 billion for the current fiscal year. This figure signifies a year-over-year increase, driven by strong performances in coffee and oilseeds. Coffee trade saw an 18% rise, while oilseeds experienced a remarkable 45% increase. Overall, the market witnessed a 30% growth compared to the previous …
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The Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority (ECTA) announced that May saw a significant surge in coffee exports, with over 43,481 tons shipped and a revenue of USD 209.54 million. This surpasses targets and represents the highest monthly volume and revenue in the past three years. In the first 11 months of the fiscal year, the …
Mr. Adem Farah, Vice President of the Prosperity Party and Head of the Democracy Building Center Coordinator Office with the rank of Deputy Prime Minister, stated that Ethiopia will continue to strengthen its long-standing relations and cooperation with China in all domains. The Ethiopian delegation headed by Mr. Adem Farah is currently participating in the …
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CURRENCY | CODE | BUYING | SELLING | BUYING | SELLING |
 | USD | 108.0728 | 119.9608 | 108.0728 | 119.9608 |
 | GBP | 135.5141 | 151.1231 | 141.8996 | 157.5086 |
 | EUR | 119.7879 | 132.9646 | 119.7879 | 132.9646 |
 | CHF | 122.4603 | 136.5657 | 128.2307 | 142.3361 |
 | KWD | 338.4586 | 377.4434 | 354.4069 | 393.3916 |
 | SAR | 28.791 | 31.958 | 28.791 | 31.958 |
 | CNY | 14.2341 | 15.9114 | 15.2482 | 16.9255 |
 | AED | 29.426 | 32.6628 | 29.426 | 32.6628 |