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Ethiopia says massive dam is ‘a matter of life and death’
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – Ethiopia says the construction of its massive Grand Renaissance Dam is a “matter of life or death” for its people, too. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs’…
Egypt: Militants kill at least 235 in attack on Sinai mosque
EL-ARISH, Egypt (AP) — Militants attacked a crowded mosque during Friday prayers in the Sinai Peninsula, setting off explosives, spraying worshippers with gunfire and killing at least 235 people in…
Sudan’s Al-Bashir Asks Russia for Protection From US
During a visit to Russia, Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir has said that his country needed protection from the US. Al-Bashir is wanted by the International Criminal Court for genocide and…
Ethiopia, Mauritius and Spain honoured for promoting investment in Sustainable Development Goals
UNCTAD honours best practice in promoting international investment by recognizing agencies from Ethiopia, Mauritius and Spain. Each agency has spurred private investment in developing countries that will boost economic activity…
Zimbabwe’s President Mugabe resigns
Addis Ababa, November 21, 2017 (FBC) – Zimbabwe’s President Robert Mugabe has resigned, parliament speaker Jacob Mudenda has said. A letter from Mr Mugabe said that the decision was voluntary…
Ethiopia, US cooperating on peace, security: Dr Workneh
Addis Ababa, November 18, 2017 (FBC) –Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, Dr Workneh Gebeyehu, said Ethiopia and the United States (US) are working together on various peace and security…