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tldr: The Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is recruiting 100 Attachés, offering a salary of 12,566 Birr. Applicants need a first degree in any field with no prior work experience. Registration is open for seven working days, available in person or online.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a job announcement to recruit 100 applicants for the Attaché position. - Job Title: Attaché - Number of Recruits: 100 - Salary: Birr 12,566 - Application Period: 7 consecutive working days ➡️ Required Qualification: First Degree in any field of study and 0 years of work experience Registration can be done by appearing in person at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Building, 4th Floor, Office No. 401, or by using the registration link provided below: https://forms.gle/R7PmwCNeqEE3EQBN6 📌 Tikvah Economy and Jobs https://t.me/TikvahEconomy/138 @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107709

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tldr: Addis Ababa's Revenues Bureau uncovered widespread tax evasion among car traders and brokers. New directives now restrict "Zero-Mile" car sales to licensed importers, while brokers can sell used cars under strict tax and business laws.

Widespread tax evasion was exposed in car trading centers in Addis Ababa. Capital Newspaper reported that the Addis Ababa City Revenues Bureau discovered widespread tax evasion during its investigation into car trading centers and the car brokerage sector in the city. The bureau's study showed that entities engaged in car trading and brokerage business do not properly fulfill their annual income tax and Value Added Tax (VAT) obligations. Following this, traders working as car brokers / commission-based businesses were given a strict warning to remove cars they had parked in their compounds. As stated by the bureau, parking and selling cars in unauthorized places for sale contradicts legal business regulations. The directive issued by the bureau clearly states that only legally registered car import companies can sell cars in their authorized business premises. Recently, a large number of car dealerships in Addis Ababa that were not actual importers and operated on commission were closed. Currently, they have been allowed to resume their operations under a revised directive. However, restrictions have been placed on the system under which car dealers operate. Specifically, selling new and unused "Zero-Mile" cars based on private commission or profit, and selling these cars within their own compounds, is not allowed. The right to import and sell new cars is granted only to legally licensed importers. On the other hand, car brokers can sell used cars owned by individuals on commission or buy cars themselves and resell them; however, this must only be done by following the established tax and business laws. The source of the information is Capital Newspaper. August 27, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107707

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tldr: A recent IOM study highlights critical service and protection deficiencies in Tigray's IDP shelters, impacting approximately 307,000 displaced individuals across 78 sites. Significant gaps were found in food, water, health, shelter, and protection services, with many sites lacking basic provisions and coordination.

#StudyA study indicated that there are significant service and protection gaps in IDP shelters in Tigray.A recently released study indicated that IDP shelters in the Tigray region have significant gaps in food, water and sanitation, health, shelter, and protection services.The study covered 78 IDP sites in 5 zones and 21 woredas, and its findings concern approximately 307,000 displaced persons. The study was led by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), with the participation of the Ethiopia Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) cluster and other stakeholders.According to the study, although 95 percent of the sites received food assistance, it was noted that the assistance was insufficient to meet the needs of the displaced persons. Similar gaps were observed in nutrition, health, water and sanitation, education, and shelter services.Out of the 78 sites, 45 have no protection services, and 36 sites receive no shelter support, the study shows.In the water and sanitation sector, only 4 sites have adequate services, 27 sites have no services at all, and in 47 sites, the service was found to be insufficient.Specifically, significant gaps were noted in site management and coordination. Out of the 78 sites assessed, 37 lack a CCCM entity capable of tracking the number and needs of displaced persons, coordinating with humanitarian organizations, delivering information, and receiving complaints.The problem is more pronounced in the Central Zone, where all IDP shelters lack CCCM services, the study indicated. It was also stated that this zone hosts 19 percent of Tigray's total displaced population.Regarding protection, child protection risks were identified in 64 sites, women and girls' safety risks in 55 sites, and sexual violence risks in 46 sites. Additionally, 39 sites were noted to have accessibility issues for persons with disabilities, 14 sites had land and property disputes, 12 sites experienced tension with host communities, and 10 sites lacked documentation.Overall, the study found that out of the 78 sites, 44 are at a moderate risk level, 22 at a high risk level, and 10 at a critical risk level. 70 percent of the sites indicated environmental risks, and 43 percent were reported to face hazards such as seasonal floods.It is known that the study was conducted with financial support from the Ethiopia Humanitarian Fund (EHF) and the European Union.The Tigray Regional Health Bureau informed Tikvah Ethiopia that it is aware of the study's process and results.Tikvah EthiopiaAddis Ababa#TikvahEthiopia@tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107705

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tldr: A severe landslide in North Gondar's Tellemt Woreda killed one, injured four, and displaced over 2,000 people, destroying homes and livestock. Displaced citizens urgently need aid.

It was reported that a landslide in Tellemt Woreda, North Gondar Zone, resulted in loss of life and the displacement of over 2,000 citizens. The landslide is still ongoing and expanding in the area, it was stated. Tikvah Ethiopia learned from relevant woreda officials that a severe landslide that occurred on August 16, 2018 E.C. in a kebele called "Gilbena" in Tellemt Woreda, North Gondar Zone, resulted in the death of one person and the displacement of over two thousand citizens from their homes. According to woreda information, 411 households were displaced from their homes due to the disaster, affecting a total of over 2,000 family members. One person died in the accident, and four others sustained moderate to severe physical injuries, it was reported. It is known that those injured are receiving medical attention at the woreda's health institutions. The landslide also caused significant damage to property and livestock. According to current information, 26 residential houses were completely destroyed, and 31 domestic animals were confirmed dead in the disaster. Although the landslide is still ongoing and expanding in the area, the woreda stated that additional loss of life was prevented because the community had previously been evacuated from the area to the kebele center. Although detailed information about the disaster and the victims has been collected and sent to the relevant government bodies, it was reported that no emergency aid has reached the displaced people so far. The displaced people are currently sheltered in the kebele center and are in need of urgent food and material assistance. Photo: File. Tikvah Ethiopia. Addis Ababa. August 26, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107699

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tldr: Ethiopian law mandates up to three years imprisonment or a fine for drivers who negligently splash pedestrians with dirty water. Victims must report with vehicle details and witnesses.

Do you know that if a driver splashes dirty water on a pedestrian, they can be punished with simple imprisonment of up to 3 years? "It's the ground, the rain has accumulated, the flood didn't go into the drainage, it's not my problem, it's the problem of the Roads Authority," such excuses will not be a reason; they will not free one from accountability." - Ato Tigabu Dessalegn During the rainy season, it is common to see drivers splashing accumulated rain or sewage water on pedestrians as they pass. However, international legal expert and lawyer Ato Tigabu Dessalegn told Tikvah Ethiopia that according to the FDRE Criminal Code, starting from Article 820 and its subsequent articles, as well as the Road Transport Regulation issued by the FDRE Council of Ministers, the act is considered a violation of regulation and is punishable by simple imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine. What did the legal expert tell Tikvah Ethiopia in detail? "Road safety, disciplinary regulations, and the Federal Criminal Code clearly stipulate that a driver must drive in a manner that ensures the safety of pedestrians while driving on the road. Such harm caused by drivers is due to negligence. For the harm caused to the pedestrian, they will be held accountable not for a serious crime committed intentionally, but for a violation of regulation committed out of negligence. If they commit such a crime, are charged in court, and found guilty, they will be punished for violations of regulations under the ordinary criminal law with simple imprisonment not exceeding three years or, alternatively, with a fine. However, this can only happen if the injured party reports the vehicle's license plate number to the police and can prove with witnesses that the accumulated water was splashed on the person due to the driver's negligence and caused damage. Whether it's rainwater or any other liquid accumulated in a spot, if the driver splashes the person at the speed the vehicle was traveling, when they should have slowed down and allowed the pedestrian to pass carefully, they are accountable. When such incidents occur, it is expected that a report be made to the police station in the area where the driver splashed. In the FDRE Criminal Code, starting from Article 820 and its subsequent articles, there are provisions for criminal liability regarding violations of regulations. Furthermore, the Road Transport Regulation issued by the FDRE Council of Ministers states that drivers must drive in a manner that respects and ensures road safety, and they will be held accountable for any crime committed due to negligence. Additionally, if damage is caused to a phone or laptop, a civil lawsuit can be filed. However, witnesses are needed. The Civil Code also clearly states that they have the right to claim compensation for damages caused by negligence. During the rainy season, a large amount of rain can accumulate on asphalt roads; water has its own flow system and may not immediately enter the drainage system. Drivers are expected to prioritize pedestrians and drive respectfully towards them. If they splash a pedestrian with water or sewage and leave, they will be held legally accountable for their negligent act. They should also be aware of their moral responsibility. Drivers, while in their comfortable and standard vehicles, have an obligation to drive in a manner that respects and protects the movement and situation of pedestrians. 'It's the ground, the rain has accumulated, the flood didn't go into the drainage, it's not my problem, it's the problem of the Roads Authority,' such excuses will not be a reason; they will not free one from accountability. A vehicle that commits such an offense is ac... Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107697

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tldr: Saudi authorities arrested an Ethiopian national and five accomplices for a murder during a live TikTok broadcast, with over 100 others detained for social media dissemination.

#SaudiArabia The Ethiopian Embassy in Riyadh announced that an Ethiopian national, suspected of committing a murder during a live social media (TikTok) broadcast in Saudi Arabia, has been apprehended by Saudi security forces along with five accomplices. According to the Embassy, it has been closely monitoring the issue following conflicts and murders occurring among some Ethiopians in Saudi border and desert areas. Furthermore, the Embassy stated that over 100 individuals suspected of disseminating and escalating the issue on social media have been arrested, and their cases are being legally processed. August 26, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107695

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tldr: A forest fire lasting over 12 hours damaged 4,125 hectares of forest and grazing land, including the Gerahiti protected forest, in the border area of Tigray and Afar regions. The fire, which started on August 25, 2018 E.C., was extinguished by local residents using traditional methods on August 26, 2018 E.C.; its cause is under investigation.

A forest fire that lasted more than 12 hours caused damage in the border area of Tigray and Afar regions. The zone administration announced that the fire started on August 25, 2018 E.C., in the Hawile Kebele area, which borders Dalul Woreda of Afar Region, in Ts'aeda Emba Woreda, Eastern Zone of Tigray. It was stated that an estimated 4,125 hectares of forest and grazing land were destroyed by the fire. Specifically, the Gerahiti protected forest was damaged by the fire. The cause of the fire is unknown so far, and it is known that an investigation has begun to ascertain the reason. As announced by the Eastern Zone Administration of the Tigray Region, the fire was completely extinguished on August 26, 2018 E.C., at 5:30 PM, using traditional firefighting methods by local residents. Tikvah Ethiopia, August 26, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107693

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tldr: The Ethiopian Media Authority warned Abay TV for broadcasting content violating legal and journalistic ethics, including offensive language, negative youth impact, and unverified sources. Abay TV apologized and pledged to improve content quality.

The Ethiopian Media Authority issued a warning to Abay TV; the station has apologized. The Ethiopian Media Authority, after investigating violations of legal and journalistic professional ethics observed in news, programs, and advertisements broadcast by Abay TV over the past three months, issued a warning to the station. The Authority, in its media content monitoring conducted from June to August 2018 E.C., stated that the following were cited as major shortcomings: broadcast of offensive language and expressions that contradict societal culture, tradition, and values; presentation of content that could negatively impact youth; presence of content that infringes upon the dignity of women; and use of unverified sources in some news reports. The Authority's Director General, Haymanot Zeleke, emphasized that these violations are unacceptable in any way and urged for swift corrective action. Furthermore, the station was advised to carefully implement the country's laws, the media proclamation, and journalistic professional ethics in alignment with its editorial policy. Abay TV officials, for their part, accepted the shortcomings pointed out in the monitoring and apologized for the errors. They also stated that they would work to improve the quality of the station's content by implementing the recommendations given. Source: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EVB1jeb4G/ August 26, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107688

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tldr: Ethiopian Electric Power faces over 7 billion Birr in legal compensation claims, as its CEO highlights flawed new legislation and improper payments hindering project construction. This issue is a major bottleneck, preventing power transmission and distribution projects from timely completion.

"We have over 7 billion Birr in compensation claims under legal dispute" - Eng. Ashebir Balcha The CEO of Ethiopian Electric Power, Eng. Ashebir Balcha, stated that compensation payment issues are the primary and most difficult bottleneck in the institution's efforts to accelerate project construction. According to the CEO, the institution is spending billions of Birr on compensation payments and has now disclosed that it still has over 7 billion Birr in compensation claims under legal dispute. Eng. Ashebir pointed out during his speech that even projects built long ago are still creating significant compensation payment burdens and problems for the institution. He specifically stated that support letters and false information provided improperly by various departments are exposing the institution to undue compensation payments. The CEO said, "There is a situation where support and false information provided improperly by various departments have exposed us to undue compensation payments." Explaining the gaps related to the new compensation proclamation, he said, "Although the new proclamation stipulates that regions should cover compensation payments for people displaced by development, the regions have not started properly fulfilling this responsibility due to the absence of implementation guidelines." Eng. Ashebir pointed out that the absence of these guidelines is becoming an additional bottleneck for new projects the institution plans to start. It was stated that due to the compensation payment system and the new proclamation not being fully implemented, power transmission and distribution projects are being hindered from completing on schedule. Eng. Ashebir Balcha added, "The new compensation payment proclamation is not working; rather, it is creating more bottlenecks," indicating the problem that has led the institution to cumulative compensation payments. Tikvah Ethiopia Addis Ababa #TikvahEthiopia @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107685

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tldr: Pierre Picavet, a gay association president and police officer, was severely attacked with a bottle in Paris, sustaining internal bleeding and a head wound, in what appears to be a homophobic assault.

In Paris, France, an individual named Pierre Picavet, who is said to be the "president of a gay association" and is himself a police officer, was reportedly attacked with a bottle, sustained injuries, and was hospitalized, according to a report from France 24. Picavet was reportedly attacked with a bottle by an individual after leaving a bar in the central Marais area of Paris. The attack caused him multiple injuries, and he reportedly suffered internal bleeding and a head wound. It was reported that even though Picavet, who is the president of a gay rights advocacy association in Paris, identified himself as a police officer and showed his police ID, the suspect did not stop the attack. During the attack, the assailant was reportedly speaking to the individual with insults and strong words about homosexuality, which he called "abominable." The suspect has been arrested and reportedly has no prior criminal record. Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire condemned the attack, saying, "Paris will remain a city of freedom and security for all people." Tikvah Ethiopia August 26, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107683

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tldr: Remedial program exam results for 2018 E.C. have been released, but many students report their full results were disqualified. Students from multiple universities are demanding the Ministry of Education investigate and provide an urgent solution to the widespread issue.

Results for students who took the remedial program in 2018 E.C. have been released. Students can view their results by going to https://result.ethernet.edu.et, clicking "View Results" under "Remedial Examination", and entering their username. In connection with this, many students have filed complaints with Tikvah Ethiopia, stating, "Our full results have been disqualified." The students said, "We want the serious problem we encountered with the released exam results to be heard." Among those who filed complaints, natural and social science students at Wolaita Sodo University stated that their results were "completely disqualified." Furthermore, various students studying at Debre Berhan, Wollo, Arba Minch, Mizan Tepi, Semera, Bahir Dar, Wolkite, Oda Bultum, and Gondar universities reported similar problems with their results. They have asked the Ministry of Education to review their complaints, identify and announce the reasons, investigate, and provide an urgent solution. It is recalled that the Education Assessment and Examinations Service announced that 53,620 candidates took the national remedial program exam given from May 27 to June 03, 2018 E.C. Tikvah Ethiopia, August 26, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107681

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tldr: Sage Training Institute is offering a 25% New Year discount on its 59th Modern Accountancy training program. The course covers practical accounting, tax procedures, and financial system modernization, with registration ongoing until September 21, 2019 E.C.

Sage Training Institute🌻 New Year 25% Discount from August 27/2018 E.C. to September 21/2019 E.C.🌻We are registering for the 59th round of full Modern Accountancy training.👉 Training that connects practice with theory👉 Accounting system for organizations, provided with Peachtree support, based on all types of business institutions👉 Where you will train practically on VAT, Excise Tax, Profit Tax, Annual Tax procedures and reporting, as well as other types of taxes👉 How to modernize financial systems in business institutions, provided with the help of practical documents.☎️ 0906777799 / 0906777755Address: No.1: Piassa Churchill Road, Eliana Hotel 2nd Floor, No.2: Megenagna Derartu Building 5th Floor, and No.3: Adama Ras Hotel 2nd FloorTo register, website 👇 www.sageethiopia.comTelegram Tiktok Linkedin Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107679

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tldr: Over 4,500 vehicles, valued at $300M, are stranded in Djibouti for months due to an import ban, causing importers significant losses and prompting an appeal to PM Abiy Ahmed.

Over 4,500 heavy-duty and public transport vehicles, with an estimated value of over 300 million US dollars, have been stranded at Djibouti port for more than 8 months. Importers have reported to Reporter newspaper that they are incurring significant losses due to not receiving approval from the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Transport and Logistics to import the vehicles into the country, and they have appealed to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Dr.) for a solution. The reason the vehicles are stranded in Djibouti is a directive issued by the Ministry of Finance, effective from September 30, 2018 E.C., prohibiting the import of petrol and diesel-powered heavy-duty and public transport vehicles into the country, following Ethiopia's commencement of natural gas production. More than one hundred importing merchants explained that, based on the import permits issued to them by the Ministry of Transport and Logistics, they had purchased and shipped vehicles from manufacturing countries before the prohibition on importing "petrol and diesel" powered vehicles came into effect. Documents show that the Ministry of Finance, in its letter (directive) prohibiting vehicle imports, had allowed vehicles that were in the process of purchase or whose purchase was completed and shipped to enter for up to 6 months, without being subject to the prohibition. In their letter of appeal to the Prime Minister, the importers stated that before the Ministry of Finance issued its directive, within the given timeframe, they had obtained import permits, opened LCs (Letters of Credit), entered into purchase agreements with manufacturing countries, ordered the vehicles to be shipped, and some had even started the process of importing the vehicles into the country, including paying customs duties and taxes. They explained that the inability to clear the vehicles from the port was due to problems arising from administrative gaps related to the time-consuming implementation and verification process. The importers, pointing out that over 4,500 heavy-duty and public transport vehicles, for which hundreds of millions of foreign currency were paid to foreign suppliers and manufacturers through legal LC opening and bank payment systems, are stranded at Djibouti port: 1. Are incurring demurrage charges of over $90,000 per day; 2. In addition to the daily foreign currency payments, the vehicles are suffering significant technical and physical damage due to the high heat and salt in Djibouti; 3. The Djibouti government is threatening to auction the vehicles due to unpaid demurrage fees; 4. Their properties (collateral) pledged for the foreign currency loans taken from various banks to purchase the vehicles are at risk of being auctioned; 5. They are facing the risk of being registered in the National Bank's Foreign Exchange Delinquent List; ...and thus appealed to the Prime Minister for a solution. The Customs Commission confirmed, based on verified information, that if the government had allowed the vehicles to enter the country, it would have collected over 1.8 billion Birr in tax and customs revenue (in the past months). Regarding the vehicles, the Customs Commission had also written a letter to the Ministry of Finance on May 11, 2018 E.C., concerning the vehicles stranded in Djibouti and domestically. It requested a solution regarding the prohibition of petrol and diesel-powered heavy-duty and public transport vehicles from entering the country starting from September 30, 2018 E.C., and specifically for those vehicles that were already in process and had arrived in Djibouti within the permitted 6 months. The Commission confirmed in its letter that heavy-duty and public transport vehicle import... Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107677

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tldr: Ethiopian Electric Power reports a 20 percent drop in water levels at major dams due to El Niño, leading to reduced power generation and revenue targets for the 2019 fiscal year.

Ethiopian Electric Power announced that due to the El Niño phenomenon, the amount of water flowing into major power generation dams has decreased by an average of about 20 percent over the past months. The institution explained that it has confirmed this information through continuous monitoring. The institution's CEO, Engineer Ashebir Balcha, stated that the water flowing into the dams has been monitored since June, noting that the monitoring was based on various meteorological forecasts. The impact of El Niño has primarily affected the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and Gibe III, which account for the largest share of total power generation. Although more than 65 percent of total power generation comes from these two dams, the CEO confirmed that 'there is a 20 percent reduction in the amount of water entering these two power plants' due to the lack of rainfall during the rainy season. For this reason, although the institution's main plans for the 2019 fiscal year show a decrease in terms of revenue, it plans to increase its generation capacity from 9,730 megawatts to 9,770 megawatts. The plan set by Ethiopian Electric Power for the 2019 fiscal year shows a decrease in various sectors because the water entering major dams, especially the Grand Renaissance Dam and Gibe III, has decreased by 20 percent due to the El Niño phenomenon. The institution generated 35,671 gigawatt-hours of power in the 2018 fiscal year, but plans to generate 32,134 gigawatt-hours for 2019; this shows a decrease of about 3,671 gigawatt-hours or 10.3 percent. In terms of total revenue, the institution earned 124.2 billion Birr in 2018 and plans to collect 121.2 billion for 2019; the difference amounts to about 3 billion Birr (2.4 percent). The institution earned 475.7 million dollars in foreign currency in 2018, but plans to earn 278.63 million dollars for 2019; this shows a decrease of about 197 million dollars or 41.5 percent. The main reason for this decrease is that the amount of power supplied to data mining companies is being reduced due to the decrease in water. Regarding the lack of rainfall, the institution stated that although July and August have passed, September and October are crucial to see the full picture. It announced that it will evaluate the actual situation until the end of October and make a decision on whether to increase or decrease the supply for data mining. Tikvah Ethiopia, Addis Ababa. Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107675

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tldr: Global oil prices rose by nearly two percent after the United States launched airstrikes against Iranian targets, prompting retaliatory attacks from Iran on US military bases.

Following the resurgence of conflict in the Middle East after the United States launched an attack on Iran on Sunday night for the first time in 6 weeks, oil prices in the international market have increased. Oil prices, which had recorded a decline last week, saw an increase of nearly two percent following the US attack. The price of a barrel of Brent crude oil, which is considered a benchmark for oil prices, has increased by $1.77 and is being sold at $89.87. In yesterday's attack, which is the first notable strike by the US since July, the US announced that it hit two launchers located on the Iranian island of Larak. Following this, Iran stated that it had carried out attacks on US military bases in Jordan and the United Arab Emirates. This information is owned by the BBC. August 25, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107673

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tldr: The family of 8th-grade student Hiyab Kiflom is seeking public assistance to locate her after she went missing.

Help us find our child! Hiyab Kiflom, an 8th-grade student, went missing on Nehasse 24, 2018 E.C. around 11:00 AM after leaving her home near Halewot Church to buy water, her family stated. Hiyab is an 8th-grade student at Kaliti Ethio National School. When she left home, she was wearing a white hoodie and light-colored jeans, and her hair was braided. Her disappearance was reported to the Meskel Flower Square Police Department on Nehasse 24. Anyone who has seen Hiyab or knows her whereabouts is urged to immediately notify her family at the following phone numbers: +251 0911489693, +251 0913105835, +251 0900625369, or +251 0947001407. Please share this information. Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107672

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tldr: A severe drought in Jara Mora Woreda, North Gondar, Ethiopia, has led to a humanitarian crisis, with over 96,000 people facing food and water shortages. The drought has caused crop failure, livestock deaths, and forced residents to drink contaminated water, leading to disease outbreaks. Tragically, seven men attempted suicide due to despair, resulting in two deaths.

"Due to the severe pressure of life and the feeling of despair caused by the drought, seven men attempted suicide by drinking poison on the same day, and two of them lost their lives" - Jara Amora Woreda Agricultural Office • Over 4,000 pregnant and lactating mothers are exposed to food shortages. • Over 3,000 animals have died due to lack of fodder and water. (TNH Ethiopia) It has been reported that the severe drought that occurred in Jara Mora Woreda in North Gondar Zone is causing a widespread humanitarian crisis in the area. Of the 38 kebeles (districts) under the woreda, 18 have been affected by the drought, and as a result, over 96,000 people are exposed to severe food and water shortages, Ato Solih Hassan, head of the Woreda Agricultural Office, told TNH Ethiopia. The official indicated that the lack of rainfall in the area is the main cause of the problem. The rain, which traditionally should have started in May in the area, was delayed until July 19, preventing farmers from planting their crops on time. He pointed out that out of the total 38 kebeles in the woreda, only 5 received rain for the first time on July 19, and 5 kebeles received rain for only 4 days after the start of the rainy season. Of the over 25,000 hectares of land that were planted, over 8,001 hectares failed to germinate at all, and it is known that the teff crop, in particular, has been almost completely destroyed, which has created a severe food security crisis in the area. He stated that about 4,000 hectares of the planted crops have withered, and in total, out of the woreda's 26,659 hectares of agricultural land, about 12,126 hectares of land have been damaged and are in a condition that is not suitable for food, except possibly for seeds and fodder. Ato Solih also said that the damage caused by this drought disaster to human life and psychology has reached a very alarming level. It has been heard that in Wasel Kebele, one of the kebeles in the woreda, seven men attempted suicide by drinking poison on the same day due to the severe pressure of life and the feeling of despair caused by the drought. Of these, two immediately lost their lives, while five were saved with medical assistance, the head of the office told TNH Ethiopia. Related to food shortages, currently 71 children are suffering from severe food shortages, and 5029 children are suffering from moderate food shortages. In addition, over 4,000 pregnant and lactating mothers are exposed to the same problem. As river flows have decreased by more than 90 percent, the public has been forced to drink contaminated water. As a result, infectious diseases such as scabies, malaria, and dysentery are widespread in the woreda. According to information received so far, over 3,000 animals have died due to lack of fodder and water, and about 4,000 animals have migrated to neighboring areas in search of better grass and water. Furthermore, although the outbreak of Anthrax disease in the area is known, there is a fear that the death of animals may worsen because there is no medicine stock in the woreda and medicine is also unavailable at the regional level, making it impossible to purchase with money. Ato Solih stated that the support from the government and other relief organizations has not been sufficient so far, and mentioned that the Ethiopian Red Cross Society has started a study in two kebeles. However, given the scale and depth of the problem, he appealed to all concerned parties to provide urgent support, emphasizing that if immedia... Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107670

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tldr: Ethiopia's Ministry of Revenue is installing high-quality surveillance cameras in factories producing excisable goods like beer and bottled drinks. The government has budgeted around 300 million birr for this digital monitoring system, aimed at curbing tax evasion by accurately tracking production and sales.

The Ministry of Revenue has started installing high-quality surveillance cameras in manufacturing facilities subject to excise tax, particularly in beer and bottled beverage factories, Capital newspaper reported. According to the newspaper's report, the government has allocated a budget of approximately 300 million birr for the digital monitoring system. The cameras will be used to instantly monitor production lines, packaging sections, warehouses, loading docks, and product transportation. The system aims to reduce tax evasion by monitoring the difference between a factory's actual production and its declared production volume. According to the directives, products subject to excise tax, including alcohol, beer, wine, bottled water, tobacco, perfume, and sweet or carbonated beverages, will be identified by digital codes or excise stamps. Additionally, it was mentioned that there is a directive for factories to install technological systems at their own expense that allow for remote monitoring of their production and transportation processes. This information is owned by Capital newspaper. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107665

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tldr: Maychew town lost all electricity on Sunday, August 24, 2018 E.C., after six transmission towers collapsed due to heavy rain and strong winds. Repairs are underway but will take several days.

Maychew town is completely without electricity service. The town has been completely without electricity service since today, Sunday, August 24, 2018 E.C., at 5:30 PM. The Maychew Town Communication Affairs Office announced that the power outage was due to the collapse of six electricity transmission towers that transmit electricity to the town. The office stated that the towers fell due to a natural disaster, indicating that the incident occurred in an area located in Kara-Adishaho Kebele, Raya Azebo Woreda, in the Southern Zone. Similarly, the Maychew Town and surrounding area Electric Power Branch Service stated that the towers collapsed due to a disaster caused by heavy rain mixed with strong wind. Although efforts are being made to urgently repair the damaged towers, the service center announced that the repair work could take several days. Therefore, the public has been called upon to wait patiently until the repair is completed. It was also reported that on Sunday, August 24, 2018 E.C., many areas that had not received sufficient winter rain received rain. Tikvah Ethiopia, August 24, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107663

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tldr: Ethiopia Electric Power is negotiating a $400 million commercial loan from Italian lenders for the Koysha Dam, following exceptional IMF approval due to a significant budget deficit for the 3 billion Euro project.

Ethiopia Electric Power announced it is negotiating with Italian lending institutions to borrow $400 million in commercial loans. The negotiation is taking place after the International Monetary Fund (IMF) exceptionally granted permission for Ethiopia to take a commercial loan specifically for the Koysha project. In an explanation regarding its 2018 fiscal year performance and 2019 main plans, Ethiopia Electric Power provided clarification concerning the Koysha Dam, one of the massive projects currently under construction. According to the institution, the construction of the Koysha Dam has now reached 77 percent. The institution's CEO, Eng. Ashebir Balcha, explained that despite the project facing significant financial problems, it has been possible to continue and make the project successful through government support and the institution's own revenue. For the 2019 fiscal year, they announced plans to increase construction performance from 77 percent to 87 percent, raise the dam's height to 201 meters, and fully complete the dam itself. However, they clarified that even though the power-generating turbine might not be ready for power generation, the focus is on completing the dam itself. Nevertheless, the official confirmed that there is still a significant financial shortage at Koysha. According to Eng. Ashebir Balcha, "We still have a budget gap at Koysha," and he explained that the total cost of the project is nearly 3 billion Euros, which is a significant investment required before any power is generated. To fill this financial gap, he indicated that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) exceptionally granted permission for a commercial loan specifically for the Koysha project, and the institution is negotiating with Italian lending institutions. He stated that in recent negotiations, Italian lending institutions showed their willingness to lend about 400 million Euros, and after securing 400 million from Italian banks out of a total required cost of over 500 million Euros, the institution plans to cover the remaining amount with its own resources to complete the project. Although the project was planned to be completed within seven years when the original contract was signed, it has been stated that two to three years have been added beyond that deadline. Tikvah Ethiopia Addis Ababa August 24, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107661

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