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May 14, 2017 Ethiopia’s honey production reached 250,000 tons over the past ten months, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. This growth is largely attributed to the National Beekeeping Initiative, which aims to enhance livestock productivity and support national food self-sufficiency. The Green Legacy Program, focused on forest development, has created a favorable environment for…

Ethiopia’s nationwide digital identity system, “Fayda,” has emerged as a foundational element of the country’s infrastructure, as highlighted by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed during the opening of the ID4Africa 2024 Annual General Meeting. Launched five years ago as part of the “Digital Ethiopia 2025” initiative, Fayda aims to provide every Ethiopian resident with a secure…

May 14, 2025 The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia’s Government Communication Service (GCS) and the China National Radio and Television Administration (CNRTA) have initiated discussions on a collaborative project aimed at media content production, technological expansion, and capacity building in the media sector.  A delegation led by CNRTA Director General CAO Shumin engaged in talks…

Addis Ababa, 9 April 2017Ethiopia has recorded significant economic progress over the past nine months, driven by comprehensive macroeconomic reforms. Despite both internal and external challenges, the country is projecting an 8.4% economic growth rate for the current fiscal year, according to the Government Communication Service (GCS). In a performance review held today, the GCS…

Addis Ababa, 13 April 2017 Minister of FDRE Government Communication Service Legesse Tulu (PhD) cited Vietnam as a model nation from which Ethiopia can learn valuable experience in key economic sectors. Vietnam’s swift transformation of its agricultural sector, enabling it to not only achieve food sufficiency but also become a significant exporter, is particularly noteworthy….

Addis Ababa, 7 April 2017 Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) and First Lady Zinash Tayachew has begun a four-day official visit to Vietnam on Monday, leading a delegation at the invitation of Pham Minh Chính. The Prime Minister has engaged with senior officials in discussions regarding bilateral relations and cross regional collaboration of Ethiopia and…

Harar, 24 March 2017 The Government Communication Service is currently conducting a media tour in Harar, focusing on ongoing development projects within the historic city. This initiative aligns with the Service’s mandate to disseminate information regarding governmental development endeavors nationwide, achieved through collaborative efforts with various media outlets. This particular tour organized in collaboration with…

Addis Ababa, 17 March 2017 Prime Minister Abiy Ahamed (PhD) has issued a call for nominations from the Tigrayan people for the appointment of President of the Tigray Interim Administration. The announcement has made on today 17 March 2017 which asks to involve the Tigrayan people in the selection process for the region’s new leader….

Addis Ababa, 11 March 2017 Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) has addressed to questions raised by members of the House of People’s Representatives of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) on a range of diverse issues today. In this regard, Ethiopia’s economy demonstrates promising growth, underpinned by governmental initiatives and strategic planning. A ten-year…

Addis Ababa, 26 February 2017 FDRE Government Communication Service has celebrated the International Women’s Day (March 8) with a program centered on the theme, “Rapid and Sustainable Global Change is Ensured by Women” with a panel discussion and a blood donation session. The 114th International Women’s Day, which will be celebrated internationally and for the…