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07/10/2025

Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Launches “Pulse of Africa” Media Platform

Addis Ababa, October 7, 2025 (POA) — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has launched Pulse of Africa (POA), a pan-African media platform designed to reshape global narratives about Africa.

He said the initiative marks a key step in countering negative portrayals and promoting Africa’s true potential.

“Pulse of Africa is a humble but significant beginning—set to grow into a leading continental media platform,” Abiy noted, adding that Africa is on track to become a global industrial and media powerhouse.
~ EBC

05/10/2025

"The Mande people of West Africa bring their instruments to life, creating music that resonates deeply with the soul. Each note reflects a rich heritage and a profound love for their culture—truly breathtaking! 🌍🎶 "

05/10/2025

05/10/2025

The Mande people of West Africa bring their instruments to life, creating music that resonates deeply with the soul. Each note reflects a rich heritage and a profound love for their culture—truly breathtaking! 🌍🎶
~Video credit: Northern Vibes

05/10/2025

🌼 Happy Irreechaa 2025!

Irreechaa — the Oromo thanksgiving — is shining brighter than ever! Once a local celebration, it has now become a national and global festival of peace, gratitude, and unity.

This year, people from every corner of Ethiopia joined the joyful gatherings at Hora Finfinnee (Addis Ababa) and Hora Arsadee (Bishooftuu) — wearing their colourful traditional attires, singing, dancing, and celebrating together in harmony.

It was truly heartwarming to see tourists from across the world wearing Oromo traditional clothes and accessories, capturing the beauty of our culture and the spirit of togetherness.

While a few still misunderstand it, calling it witchcraft, the truth is clear — Irreechaa is a sacred day of thanksgiving to Waaqa (God), just like Thanksgiving in the USA or UK. It’s a celebration of life, love, and unity — a symbol that brings all nations and peoples together.

It’s not only an Oromo festival — it’s now Ethiopia’s festival of peace, gratitude, and unity.

26/09/2025

🎵✨ The vibrant Konso cultural music and dance from the Omo Valley, Ethiopia, showcase the rich heritage of the Konso people. Full of rhythm, tradition, and unity — it’s a living expression of history and identity. 🌍💚

10/09/2025

Here’s a rewritten version of the article about Ethiopia’s GERD:

Ethiopia Inaugurates Africa’s Largest Hydroelectric Dam

Ethiopia has officially inaugurated the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), the continent’s largest hydroelectric project, marking a milestone in its pursuit of energy independence and regional influence. While the project promises electricity for millions of Ethiopians, it continues to heighten tensions with downstream Egypt, which fears for its share of Nile waters.

Home to over 120 million people, Ethiopia views the $5 billion (£3.7bn) GERD, built on the Blue Nile, as a cornerstone of its economic future. Since the first turbine was activated in 2022, the dam’s output has steadily grown, now reaching its full generating capacity of 5,150 megawatts—placing it among the 20 largest hydroelectric dams worldwide, though still only about a quarter the size of China’s Three Gorges Dam.

The inauguration ceremony took place in Guba, where a fighter jet soared above the cascading waters plunging 170 metres (558ft). Beneath a stage canopy designed in the shape of Ethiopia and coloured in the national flag, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed addressed a gathering of dignitaries, including the presidents of Somalia, Djibouti, and Kenya.

“To our brothers in Sudan and Egypt, Ethiopia built this dam not to cause harm, but to bring prosperity—electrifying the region and reshaping the history of Africa’s people,” Abiy declared.

Ethiopia plans to use the power generated to expand electricity access domestically while exporting surplus energy to neighbouring countries, positioning GERD as both a symbol of national pride and a driver of regional development.

— Adapted from Reuters and The Guardian

29/07/2025

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15/07/2025

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04/07/2025

Dangote to Set Up Factory in

Ethiopia has secured a significant deal with Dangote Industries to build a large fertilizer plant in the Somali Regional State.

The $3 billion investment is expected to strengthen local supply chains and boost agricultural output, which has faced challenges due to recent fertilizer shortages.

The plant will manufacture urea and nitrogen-based fertilizers for both the Ethiopian market and international export. Strategically positioned near the Ethiopia-Djibouti trade route, it will benefit from efficient logistics for importing raw materials and exporting finished products.

This initiative supports Ethiopia’s strategy to spread industrial development and draw investment to less-developed regions.

[Source](https://tribuneonlineng.com/dangote-to-establish-fertiliser-plant-in-ethiopia/)

03/07/2025

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has announced that Ethiopia is preparing to supply domestically produced natural gas to its local market for the first time, marking a shift in focus from gas exports to internal consumption.

The Ethiopian government, in collaboration with private companies, has been developing gas fields in the Ogaden Basin of the Somali Regional State. This area was recently certified to hold around seven trillion cubic feet (TCF) of natural gas. PM Abiy stated that the initial phase of gas production has now been completed and will be officially launched soon.

However, the Ogaden gas project has long faced criticism, particularly from the Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF), which has raised concerns about a lack of transparency, threats to public safety, and renewed partnerships with Chinese firm Poly-GCL. The ONLF recently condemned a meeting between Poly-GCL and regional officials, accusing it of exploiting Somali resources while disregarding the political rights of the local population.

The Prime Minister’s announcement also follows a report revealing that Ethiopia has shelved its previous plan to export gas to Djibouti via pipeline, due to delays and financial constraints. Instead, the country is turning its attention to domestic uses, especially in fertilizer production and electricity generation to support national development.

This policy change is in line with a newly signed $3 billion agreement with Dangote Industries to build a major fertilizer factory in the Somali Region. According to PM Abiy, this facility is expected to be inaugurated within 40 months.

Source: Addis Standard

25/06/2025

Gamo Traditional Music & Dance
Feel the heartbeat of southern Ethiopia! Gamo music and dance are full of rhythm, culture, and joy — a true expression of identity and tradition.
📷 Credit: Unknown Artist (via Facebook)