July 30, 2017 The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), nearing completion, represents a significant milestone in regional water diplomacy and sustainable development. Situated on the Blue Nile, GERD is poised to become Africa’s largest hydroelectric power facility, with an estimated capacity exceeding 6,000 MW of clean energy. Beyond its engineering achievements, the dam embodies Ethiopia’s…
July 25, 2017 Dr. Legesse Tulu, Minister of Government Communication Service, emphasized the crucial role of media and communication in Ethiopia’s development and democracy-building achievements during the 2017 fiscal year. Speaking at a performance review and planning session in Adama, he highlighted the sector’s significant progress compared to the previous year, marking a period of…
July 24, 2017 Hon. Legese Tulu (PhD), Minister of Government Communication Services, highlighted that Ethiopia’s Green Legacy initiative signifies a transformative chapter in the nation’s economic development. During a tree-planting event at the Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation (EBC) headquarters in Zenebewerk, the Minister praised the active involvement of the institution’s leadership and staff, who contributed over…
July 22, 2017 Ethiopia successfully convened the 2nd World Food System Summit in Addis Ababa, co-hosted with Italy and the United Nations. The high-level summit brought together global leaders, agricultural experts, and institutional partners to discuss solutions for food system resilience and dietary transformation. The event provided a strategic platform for Ethiopia to share its…
July 22, 2017 Let us respond to the historic call to make Ethiopia thrive through roots, leaves, and collective effort. Guided by the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, Ethiopia’s Green Legacy Initiative has transformed the nation into a symbol of environmental renewal and unity. Over the past seven years, this movement has not…
July 29, 2017 Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has reiterated Ethiopia’s commitment to achieving food independence by focusing on boosting domestic production and reducing reliance on imports. During his keynote address at the UN Food System Summit yesterday, he stressed that strengthening local agricultural capabilities is vital for economic resilience and sustainable growth. “The government is…
July 21, 2017 Today, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed reaffirmed Ethiopia’s strong commitment to transforming food systems across Africa during his keynote speech at the 2nd United Nations Food Systems Summit (UNFSS+4) held in Addis Ababa. Addressing an audience of global leaders, development partners, and regional stakeholders, he stressed the urgent need to develop sustainable, inclusive,…
Addis Ababa, July 20/2017 The UN Food Systems Summit +4 Stocktaking Moment (UNFSS+4) kicked off today with a high-impact Action Day, offering global delegates immersive exposure to Ethiopia’s transformative food systems agenda. Participants visited key agrifood innovation hubs, including cluster-based avocado and banana production sites in East Showa of Oromia region, which showcased adaptable horticultural…
July 26, 2017 Ethiopia is preparing to host the 2nd World Food System Summit from July 20–22, 2017 in Addis Ababa, a crucial occasion held in partnership with the Italian Government and the United Nations. The summit recognizes Ethiopia’s growing leadership in food sovereignty, climate resilience, and inclusive development. Four years after the inaugural summit,…
July 18, 2017 Ethiopia has launched the seventh year of its ambitious Green Legacy initiative, setting an unprecedented target of planting 700 million seedlings in a single day. Building on six years of nationwide mobilization, the country has already planted over 40 billion trees, increasing forest cover to 23% and reaffirming its dedication to environmental…
