Ethiopia

As February marks Black History Month, American photographer Chester Higgins Jr. presents 'Sacred Nile,' a book capturing the Nile River's enduring cultural and historical role across Africa. The work traces connections from Ethiopia's highlands to Egypt, emphasizing shared heritage and continuity. It arrives amid reflections on projects like Ethiopia's Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

1. februar 2026 Rapportert av AI

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has launched a project to strengthen inter-regional cooperation for safe, orderly labour migration in Ethiopia. Funded by the European Union, the initiative aims to protect migrant workers and enhance skills. The launch event took place last week at the Hyatt Regency Hotel.

Anbesa Bank, previously known as Lion International Bank, has rebranded after nearly 19 years, unveiling a minimalist golden spark logo and the motto “Let’s Go for It” at the Adwa Museum. This change culminates a five-month process led by Berry Advertising, a domestic firm with a 13-year track record in the sector.

27. januar 2026 Rapportert av AI

China's Zijin Gold has agreed to buy Allied Gold Corporation, owner of the Kurmuk gold mine in Ethiopia's Benishangul-Gumuz region, for 5.5 billion Canadian dollars in cash. This deal ranks among Africa's largest mining transactions this year and bolsters Ethiopia's position as a global gold producer through the Kurmuk project. The acquisition includes other key African assets, enhancing Zijin Gold's continental footprint.