Ethiopia is stepping up its transition to a climate-resilient, green economy, with electric vehicles (EVs) and electric rail systems playing an increasingly central role, according to the Ministry of Transport and Logistics. Yizengaw Yitayih, a senior climate change expert at the Ministry, told Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS, that Ethiopia is… Continue reading Ethiopia Strengthens Green Economy With Electric Transport Expansion
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Ethiopia Plants Over 103 Million Saplings
Government Communication Service disclosed that by 9:00 AM on 31 July, over 103 tree seedlings have already been planted across Ethiopia in a single day Green Legacy Initiative campaign. In the early hours of the morning, Ethiopia has witnessed millions nationwide turn out to break their own record by planting 700 million saplings from dawn… Continue reading Ethiopia Plants Over 103 Million Saplings
Ethiopia Sees Record US$32 Billion in Foreign Revenues amid Economic Reforms
Ethiopia has achieved a record foreign revenue of US$32.1 billion in the 2024/25 fiscal year, a sharp increase from US$24.7 billion the previous year. This is reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS, citing data from the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE). The announcement was made at the opening of the… Continue reading Ethiopia Sees Record US$32 Billion in Foreign Revenues amid Economic Reforms
Ethiopia Sets 5.6 Million Job Creation Target for 2025/26 With Expanded Overseas Employment Plans
The Government of Ethiopia has announced plans to create 5.6 million job opportunities in the 2018 Ethiopian fiscal year (2025/26) as part of its national development strategy aimed at accelerating economic growth and enhancing social stability. This is reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS. Minister for Planning and Development Fitsum… Continue reading Ethiopia Sets 5.6 Million Job Creation Target for 2025/26 With Expanded Overseas Employment Plans
Ethiopia’s Electric Vehicle Sector Gains International Attention
Ethiopia is experiencing increasing interest from international electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers and suppliers eager to enter the market and invest in the sector, said Bareo Hassen, Ethiopia’s State Minister of Transport and Logistics, said during an interview with ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. The government has introduced several supportive measures aimed at reducing dependence… Continue reading Ethiopia’s Electric Vehicle Sector Gains International Attention
Ethiopia and China Expand Vocational Training Partnership
Ethiopia is accelerating its efforts to build a skilled technical workforce through a growing partnership with China in vocational education. This is reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS. A key milestone is the launch of the “Chinese + Vocational Skills” programme at the Federal Technical and Vocational Training Institute (FTVTI)… Continue reading Ethiopia and China Expand Vocational Training Partnership
Nigerian Vice President Urges Africa to Follow Ethiopia’s Green Legacy Initiative
Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on African nations to emulate Ethiopia’s Green Legacy Initiative, describing it as an inclusive, impactful, and visionary model for tackling climate change and promoting sustainable development. This is reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS. He made the remarks after participating in a tree-planting… Continue reading Nigerian Vice President Urges Africa to Follow Ethiopia’s Green Legacy Initiative
Ethiopian Experts: BRICS Countries Already Trade In Their Own Currencies
Ahead of the upcoming BRICS summit, two Ethiopian scholars have highlighted the group’s evolving priorities. In exclusive comments for ENA, a partner of TV BRICS, they underscored the growing momentum for intra-BRICS trade in local currencies, institutional reform, and a stronger political role on the world stage. Professor of Public Policy at Addis Ababa University,… Continue reading Ethiopian Experts: BRICS Countries Already Trade In Their Own Currencies
Ethiopia Aims to Harness African Free Trade Area to Transform its Economy
The Ethiopian government has announced its intention to actively leverage the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement to drive economic growth and address the country’s trade deficit. This is reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. The statement was made by Ethiopian Minister of Trade and Regional Integration Kassahun Gofe, during a meeting… Continue reading Ethiopia Aims to Harness African Free Trade Area to Transform its Economy
Ethiopia Exceeds Target for Preparing Seedlings for 2025 Green Legacy Campaign
The Ethiopian Ministry of Agriculture has announced that 8.4 billion seedlings have been prepared across the country for the annual Green Legacy environmental campaign for 2025, 900 million more than originally planned. In an interview with Fana Media Corporation, a partner of TV BRICS, Shanko Tessa, Head of the Watershed Development Desk at the Ministry,… Continue reading Ethiopia Exceeds Target for Preparing Seedlings for 2025 Green Legacy Campaign