Ethiopia and South Africa are advancing their bilateral relationship through strategic collaboration within the BRICS framework. The Ethiopia-South Africa Business Council recently convened an online meeting, fostering dialogue on shared opportunities and best practices to strengthen economic and social ties. Since joining the BRICS group, Ethiopia has been proactively engaging with fellow member states, focusing on enhancing partnerships between private enterprises and development organisations, as reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS.  The meeting underscored the…

Abiy Ahmed, Ethiopia’s Prime Minister, has officially opened the first phase of the Hawasa Corridor development, which he says continues the urban development efforts initiated in Addis Ababa but offers a unique approach.  Features of the new project include wide pavements, dedicated bike lanes and the use of local modern lighting technology, which emphasises innovation and sustainability. This is reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. “While progress has been made, much remains to be done to complete these transformative…

Ethiopia’s mining industry is gaining significant momentum, with both domestic and international investors showing heightened interest, according to the Ministry of Mines. This is reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. Habtamu Tegegn, Ethiopia’s Minister of Mines, noted that the mining sector is being strategically aligned to bolster its contribution to the national economy, with private-sector involvement and international partnerships at the forefront of its advancement. The minister reiterated the government’s commitment to fostering sustainable growth in the sector,…

Ethiopia is making significant strides in reducing carbon emissions and transforming urban mobility by embracing electric transportation, according to Ethiopia’s State Minister of Transport and Logistics, Bareo Hassen. Speaking at the Ethiopia-E Mobility Symposium titled “Pioneering Green Mobility: The Ethiopian Experience”, Hassen outlined the nation’s vision for sustainable transport, as reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. Held at the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, the symposium brought together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to highlight Ethiopia’s advances in…

Ethiopia and China have signed a bilateral agreement to enhance their collaboration in the tourism sector, further strengthening the long-standing relationship between the two nations. This is reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. The agreement was signed by Ethiopia’s Minister of Tourism Selamawit Kassa and Chinese Ambassador to Ethiopia Chen Hai, focusing on tourism development, wildlife protection, and cultural exchange. Minister Selamawit Kassa emphasised Ethiopia’s rich heritage, highlighting its UNESCO-listed sites and the country’s strides in expanding tourism…

Ethiopia is actively implementing effective policy measures to diversify its agricultural exports to enhance global competitiveness and improve product quality, according to the Minister of Trade and Regional Integration. The country is currently hosting the 13th International Conference on Pulses and Oilseeds, the largest event of its kind in East and Sub-Saharan Africa, attracting international buyers, importers’ associations, value chain companies, agro-processors and grain traders. This is reported by  ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. Recent reports from the Ministry…

The Russia-Ethiopia Business Forum, themed “RUSSIA-ETHIOPIA: TIME DOESN’T WAIT!” has launched in Addis Ababa, creating a platform to drive economic cooperation between the two countries. With Ethiopia’s recent induction into BRICS, the event takes on greater significance, exploring how this group could boost regional influence and open doors for strategic partnerships across key sectors, as reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. Held in the Ethiopian capital, the forum attracted over 30 Russian companies across sectors like transport, construction,…

During a reception for participants of the ongoing “World Without Hunger Conference” in Addis Ababa, President Taye Atske Selassie said Ethiopia is making significant progress in achieving food self-sufficiency and enhancing food security. President Taye praised the government’s successful wheat initiatives, which have made Ethiopia self-sufficient in wheat production and enabled Ethiopia to export surplus crops. The President thanked Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed for his effective leadership and support for the development of agriculture in Ethiopia. Emphasising the importance of cooperation,…

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed noted the significant growth of the tourism industry due to the favourable environment created by various government initiatives. Addressing members of parliament, the prime minister added that key projects such as “Dine for Ethiopia”, corridor development and other government initiatives are transforming the country’s tourism ecosystem. He stressed that such projects have created a conducive atmosphere for the development of the tourism sector and the importance of supporting ongoing initiatives to further promote them. This…

Ambassador of Russia to Ethiopia, Evgeny Terekhin, has voiced confidence in Ethiopia’s potential to make substantial contributions to the BRICS group. In a recent interview with ENA, a partner of TV BRICS, Evgeny Terekhin emphasised that Ethiopia’s active participation will significantly bolster the group’s collective development and mutual growth objectives. Ethiopia marked a historic milestone as it joined BRICS, represented by Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and a high-ranking delegation at the XVI BRICS Summit held in Kazan. This participation…