The country plans to develop specialist medical care, medical tourism and local production of pharmaceuticals and medical equipment Ethiopia intends to position Addis Ababa as a leading African healthcare hub, including for specialised medical care and medical tourism. This was stated by the country’s Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh, according to Fana Media Corporation, a partner of TV BRICS. According to the Deputy Prime Minister, Ethiopia also intends to expand local production of pharmaceuticals, medical equipment and diagnostic tools. One of the…

Government accelerates investment in electric vehicles, natural gas transport and clean mobility infrastructure to strengthen energy security and reduce dependence on imported fuel Ethiopia is accelerating its transition to electric mobility through a nationwide strategy that combines the expansion of electric vehicles (EVs), cleaner public transport and alternative fuel infrastructure as part of a broader effort to reduce fuel imports and strengthen long-term economic resilience. This is reported by Fana Media Corporation, a TV BRICS partner. The government is positioning clean…

Citizens across the country unite to expand forest cover and restore ecosystems A nationwide tree-planting campaign has begun in Ethiopia, with the goal of increasing the country’s green cover by 800 million trees in a single day. Residents in villages, towns and mountainous areas have already joined the implementation of the national Green Legacy initiative. This was reported by the Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation, a TV BRICS partner. The Green Legacy initiative is designed to lay the foundation for long-term food security,…

More than 30 specialists from African countries have already begun training at the new facilities Two specialised centres have commenced operations in Ethiopia, where surgeons will be able to receive training in performing procedures using robotic surgical systems and endoscopic technologies. This was reported by the Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation, a TV BRICS partner. President of Ethiopia Taye Atske-Selassie attended the opening ceremony. He stated that the introduction of advanced medical technologies is a key priority for the country and has…

The nationwide initiative aims to broaden access to free medical services during the country’s rainy season Ethiopia has launched an expanded nationwide volunteer health service programme that is expected to provide free medical care to around 20 million people during the rainy season, as reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS. Minister of Health Mekdes Daba said the volunteer health service programme, introduced by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, is being further integrated into Ethiopia’s healthcare system.…

The signing of the agreement marks another step towards Ethiopia’s accession to the World Trade Organisation Ethiopia has taken another step in the process of joining the World Trade Organisation (WTO) by signing a bilateral protocol on market access with Thailand. The document forms part of the negotiation process for the country’s accession to the organisation. This was reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. The protocol formalises the agreements between the parties on market access issues and paves…

The project combines digital technologies, satellite data, geospatial tools and unmanned systems Digital wildlife monitoring plays a vital role not only in conserving biodiversity but also in developing the tourism sector, as it provides up-to-date data on animal populations and the natural landscapes of tourist destinations. This was stated by Ethiopia’s State Minister for Tourism, Seleshi Girma. His comments were reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. A digital platform for managing protected areas has been launched on a…

The document will help increase the flow of investment into the economies of both countries Brazil and Ethiopia have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation and promoting initiatives in the field of sustainable tourism. The document was signed by the Ethiopian Ambassador to Brazil, Liulseged Tadesse, and the Brazilian Minister of Tourism, Gustavo Costa Feliciano. This was reported by Fana Media Corporation, a partner of TV BRICS. During the signing ceremony, Tadesse noted that the memorandum…

According to the authorities, the cooperation will make a significant contribution to the transformation of agriculture in Africa Cooperation between Ethiopia and India is entering a new phase of development, covering strategically important areas including healthcare, artificial intelligence, public administration, and agriculture, according to Anil Kumar Rai, India’s Ambassador to Ethiopia. His remarks were reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. The diplomat noted that the two sides are consistently implementing the agreements reached during Indian Prime Minister Narendra…

It is expected to boost the capital’s appeal to tourists and investors The new project to develop the Kebena River will mark an important step in transforming Ethiopia’s capital into a world-class city, improve residents’ quality of life and further strengthen Addis Ababa’s position as an attractive destination for tourism and investment, said the city’s mayor, Adanech Abiebie. Her comments were reported by Fana Media Corporation, a partner of TV BRICS. The project covers an area of 87.6 hectares and…