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#NationalDialogue🇪🇹A recommendation was made by participants for five languages to become federal working languages.A recommendation was also made for foreign languages to become "federal working languages," which has become controversial with the argument that "it will destroy our languages."In the consultative conference, agenda recommendations discussed by sub-groups organized at the level of 10 and 50 people have reached the process of being led to a "strategic" group comprising 250 people.Among the 8 agendas the attendees are discussing, "Nation Building" is one, and regarding this agenda, Mr. Kebede Funda, a Tikvah Ethiopia source who closely followed the matter and a representative from the Peace Influential Ethiopians Association, explained the main recommendations presented by the sub-groups organized with 10 and 50 people in their discussions.As these individuals stated, on this agenda:- Whose country is it? Of ethnicity or of citizens?- Should Ethiopian identity be based on citizenship, ethnicity, or multinational federal identity?- How to move from the divisive narrative of "us" and "them" to a feeling of equality and mutual benefit,- How conflicting histories can be reconciled,- How the oppressor-oppressed narrative can be evaluated,- That the emblem on the Ethiopian flag should be removed and replaced with a dove and other symbols,- Various recommendations were presented on the issue of federal working languages and other matters.A reliable source, who wished not to be named, explained the recommendations regarding the federal working language issue, stating, "'Amharic should continue to be the current federal working language given that it is spoken by many Ethiopians; Amharic and Oromiffa should be federal languages.'"Also:° Amharic,° Oromiffa,° Tigrigna,° Afar,° Somali should be the federal working languages, they stated, adding, "There is also a suggestion that 'Amharic be the national language and the others be federal working languages.'"• English,• Arabic,• French,• Chinese, as foreign languages, should be included "in the education system up to university," and "should be federal working languages" were proposals, but on the other hand, it was pointed out that this is controversial with the argument that "it will destroy our languages."Our source also stated that from the perspective of job opportunities and given that Ethiopia is the seat of the African Union and other international institutions, a proposal was made that "French, Swahili, and English languages should be included in the curriculum for Ethiopians to learn."Regarding the use of languages in regions, it was explained that participants recommended that regions should use at least two of the proposed federal working languages as additional regional working languages.Our source also explained that it was requested that the federal working languages should be chosen based on the population size of the regions, and emphasized that the presented recommendations are still subject to discussion by subsequent groups and have not yet reached a conclusion.Mr. Kebede Funda, President of the Peace Influential Ethiopians Association, who told us that ideas raised on the nation-building agenda are being organized, also stated that recommendations were made for other languages in addition to Amharic to be chosen as working languages.Participants emphasized that the raised recommendations are still to be discussed by groups of 250 and 500, as well as by 4,000 participants.Chief Commissioner of the Commission, Mesfin Araya, said, "Our compatriots are close to each other, respecting and discussing."Mesfin (Prof.) stated, "Clashes are expected i... Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107164

tldr: Ethiopia's National Dialogue debates proposals for five local languages as federal working languages, with controversial suggestions for foreign languages also raised. Discussions are ongoing, and no final decisions have been reached yet. #Politics @ByteTikvah

Ethiopian Airlines announced it earned 9.1 billion dollars in revenue. - It transported 20.7 million customers in the fiscal year. Ethiopian Airlines presented its 2025/2026 fiscal year performance report today. The report was presented by Mr. Mesfin Tasew, CEO of Ethiopian Airlines Group. Mr. Mesfin stated that the fiscal year was a good year for Ethiopian Airlines, a year of much work and activity. He particularly noted that the first quarters were favorable working periods, and although the problem that arose in the Gulf countries towards the end of the fiscal year had some impact, it was generally a good year. He explained that during the fiscal year, they increased the number of international destinations to 150 by adding 4 new ones, and also increased the number of domestic destinations from 22 to 25. He also recalled that 9 new aircraft were put into operation during the fiscal year through purchase and lease. He mentioned that flights operated on time during the year showed an 8 percent growth compared to the previous fiscal year, reaching 96 percent of the plan. Also, 20.7 million customers were transported, which is a 10 percent growth compared to the previous fiscal year, but 98 percent of the plan. He added that the cargo transported by the airline also showed a 16 percent growth compared to the previous fiscal year. He stated that although the total flights operated and cargo transported showed an increase of 8 to 16 percent compared to the previous fiscal year, they showed a certain decrease compared to their plan. Explaining the reason for this, he said, "Due to the war in the Gulf countries, about 10 flights that the airline used to operate to the region were suspended, there was a shortage of large aircraft, travel between Africa and North America decreased due to new travel restrictions imposed by the United States, and countries imposed bans preventing citizens from traveling to Congo and West African nations, which prevented us from fully achieving our plan." Mr. Mesfin mentioned that the airline earned 9.1 billion dollars in revenue during the fiscal year. However, he stated that the airline's expenses increased by 25 percent compared to before, attributing this to the significant rise in fuel prices due to the war in the Gulf countries. Tikvah Ethiopia, Addis Ababa, July 22, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107161

tldr: Ethiopian Airlines reported $9.1 billion in revenue and transported 20.7 million passengers in the 2025/2026 fiscal year. #Business @ByteTikvah

"What's it to you?" The conflict that started with this... ended in 15 years imprisonment!We previously reported that an 8th-grade student, Musab Mohammed, from Hermata Primary School in Jimma city, was stabbed to death by another student, Muaz Bilal.Now, the court's decision on that case shows how severe the end result of an instantaneous anger can be.According to police investigation, the incident occurred when the victim, as the class monitor, asked the perpetrator "Why are you doing such an undisciplined act?" as the perpetrator tried to jump out the window while there was no teacher in the classroom.The killer responded, "What's it to you? It doesn't concern you," and also mentioned that his name had been reported to the teacher before, then engaged with the deceased and used a knife he had previously hidden and brought into the classroom to stab the student, taking his life.Although he fled after committing the act, he was caught and brought under the custody of the law.After the case was brought to court, human and documentary evidence were examined, and the Jimma Zone High Court sentenced the defendant to 15 years of rigorous imprisonment.This tragic incident conveys many lessons.The incident reminds parents of the importance of closely monitoring their children's behavior, their ability to control their anger, their relationships with friends, and how they resolve disagreements.Similarly, it shows how crucial it is for schools to strengthen campus security, reinforce inspection and monitoring systems to prevent students from bringing dangerous materials onto school grounds, and take appropriate measures to resolve conflicts quickly before they escalate.Tikvah EthiopiaJuly 21, 2018 E.C.@tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107159

tldr: An 8th-grade student in Jimma was sentenced to 15 years in prison for fatally stabbing a classmate. The incident occurred after the victim, a class monitor, questioned the perpetrator's attempt to jump out a window. #Crime @ByteTikvah

The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Interior announced that 5 Ethiopians, whom it said were caught smuggling drugs, were executed by death penalty on Monday, July 20/2018 E.C. in the Asir region.According to this decision, the number of Ethiopians executed in Saudi Arabia in recent months has risen to 17.The Ministry stated that the legal process for the defendants, from investigation to the Supreme Court, was completed and the decision was carried out by royal order.On the other hand, Human Rights Watch had previously warned that at least 63 Ethiopians were exposed to the death penalty in Saudi Arabia's Khamis Mushait prison. Since that statement, 14 Ethiopians have been executed.Although it is reported that more than 200 Ethiopians are awaiting their death sentences, this number has not been confirmed by independent human rights organizations.The Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for its part, stated that it is working closely with Saudi authorities and announced that through diplomatic efforts, 1,971 Ethiopians have received royal pardons and the process of their repatriation has begun.The information is from the BBC.July 21, 2018 E.C.@tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107156

tldr: Saudi Arabia executed five Ethiopians for drug smuggling, bringing the total number of recent executions to 17. Human Rights Watch previously warned about numerous Ethiopians facing the death penalty, while Ethiopia's foreign ministry is working to secure pardons and repatriate its citizens. #World @ByteTikvah

Abyssinia BankOur bank officially registered with the Ethiopian Securities Exchange and offered shares to the market.Our bank, Abyssinia, today, July 21, 2018 E.C., officially registered with the Ethiopian Securities Exchange and offered 17,481,120 approved shares to the market.At this event held at the Ethiopian Securities Exchange hall, our bank's CEO, Ato Bekalu Zeleke, first welcomed the attendees to this historic event and then emphasized that Abyssinia Bank's registration with the Ethiopian Securities Exchange has opened a new chapter in the bank's history.Ato Bekalu further stated that this crucial milestone today is a significant step that strengthens greater transparency for our shareholders, broad participation in the capital market, and the creation of sustainable value.Finally, the CEO extended his utmost gratitude to the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority, the Ethiopian Securities Exchange, the National Bank of Ethiopia, the Central Securities Depository (CSD), and all other entities that provided assistance.For his part, the Governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia, Dr. Eyob Tekalign, said, "Congratulations to the management and board members of Abyssinia Bank for giving attention to this matter and working closely with the institutions to achieve this success!"The Director General of the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority, Hanna Techeleku, congratulated the bank's leadership and everyone involved in this process, adding that since the capital market is new, "we need to help customers become familiar with this market."The CEO of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange, Dr. Tilahun Esmael, the Chairman of our bank's Board of Directors, Ato Mekonnen Manyazewal, Board members, shareholders, management members, media professionals, and other invited guests were among the attendees of the event. Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107154

tldr: Abyssinia Bank officially registered with the Ethiopian Securities Exchange on July 21, 2018 E.C., offering 17,481,120 shares. This significant step aims to boost transparency and shareholder value in the capital market. #Business @ByteTikvah

Residents told Tikvah Ethiopia that the winter rain shortage observed for some time in the Tigray region has improved. It was reported that since July 18, 2018 E.C., many areas, including 176 rural kebeles that previously did not receive rain, have received rainfall. On the other hand, heavy rain mixed with hail that fell in the Central Zone's Keih Tekli woreda and five surrounding kebeles destroyed 12 houses and displaced 2,134 households. Additionally, 1,059 hectares of farm crops and 115 hectares of irrigated vegetable fields were destroyed; a 12-year-old child died, and 387 domestic animals were also reported dead. The information was obtained from local sources, and it was stated that while the improvement in rainfall has created hope for agriculture, it has also caused severe damage in some places. July 21, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107148

tldr: Residents in Tigray report an improvement in winter rainfall since July 18, 2018 E.C., bringing hope for agriculture in previously dry areas. However, heavy rain and hail in Keih Tekli woreda destroyed 12 homes, displaced 2,134 households, ruined over 1,100 hectares of crops, and resulted in one child's death and 387 animal fatalities. #Weather @ByteTikvah

The Ministry of Education announced that it has been carrying out extensive preparatory work to launch a training program to upgrade the educational level of teachers currently in the teaching profession from diploma to first degree. It indicated that the preparatory work included a training framework aligned with the new curriculum, implementation documents to guide the program, and the recruitment, selection, and placement of trainee teachers. To restart the teachers' summer education level upgrade training, which had been interrupted in previous years due to quality issues in its delivery, 8 universities have been identified for this summer. These are: Bahir Dar University, Hawassa University, Mekelle University, Jimma University, Haramaya University, Gondar University, and Arba Minch University. It announced that preparations have been completed to enroll 8,273 teachers into the training program in a quality-assured manner during the summer of 2018 E.C. The Ministry of Education indicated that registration for trainee teachers who have passed the entrance assessment and have been assigned to various universities will take place on July 24 and 25, 2018 E.C. It urged trainees to register by appearing at their assigned universities on the specified dates. Trainees can use this link https://shorturl.at/ZjN9e to find out their assigned university. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107147

tldr: Ethiopia's Ministry of Education is restarting a summer program to upgrade 8,273 diploma-holding teachers to first-degree level at 8 universities. Registration for selected teachers is scheduled for July 24-25, 2018 E.C. #Education @ByteTikvah

🚫 Vietnam has proposed a draft law that would prevent children under 16 from posting, commenting, and sharing content on social media. Children would only be able to view content. The draft law requires children's accounts to be opened with parent or guardian information. Authorities stated that this law is designed to protect children from insults, online fraud, and other internet dangers. The draft has not yet received a final decision. However, TikTok and Meta have opposed this idea. The two companies stated that "prohibiting children from commenting or posting does more harm than good" and that it would deprive them of information that helps identify and protect children's ages. July 20, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107145

tldr: Vietnam proposed a draft law restricting social media for children under 16 to viewing only, citing protection from online dangers. TikTok and Meta oppose it, arguing it does more harm than good. #Politics @ByteTikvah

Today, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, Field Marshal Birhanu Jula, received and held talks with a delegation led by General Douglas Anderson, Commander of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), at his office. During this time, they discussed defense cooperation between the two countries, regional security, and future joint cooperation plans. Among the main agendas of the discussion were strengthening the fight against terrorism, including Al-Shabaab and ISIS in Somalia, expanding defense cooperation, and jointly hosting the African Logistics and Communications Symposium. AFRICOM Commander General Douglas Anderson, for his part, stated that defense cooperation with Ethiopia is strengthening and praised Ethiopia's contribution to regional peace and stability. July 20, 2018 E.C. Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107144

tldr: Ethiopian Field Marshal Birhanu Jula met AFRICOM Commander General Douglas Anderson to discuss defense cooperation, regional security, and counter-terrorism. #World @ByteTikvah

#Ethiopia🇪🇹 Ethiopia today began hosting the 2026 African Logistics and Communications Symposium in Addis Ababa. The symposium will continue until July 25, 2018 E.C. (August 1, 2026 G.C.), with representatives from 40 African countries and participants from 26 international industry institutions attending. Minister of Defense Engineer Aisha Mohammed stated that Addis Ababa hosting the event demonstrates that the diplomatic and military cooperation between Ethiopia and the United States has reached a high strategic level. For his part, General Douglas Anderson, Commander of the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), stated that logistics and communication are fundamental for modern military missions and urged African countries to strengthen their cooperation in logistics, information exchange, and modern technology to combat terrorism and other security challenges. Lieutenant General Abdurahman Esmael, Head of the Logistics Main Department of the Ethiopian National Defense Force (ENDF), for his part, stated that the symposium is a crucial platform for African countries to exchange experiences, strengthen common security capabilities, and enhance cooperation in logistics and communication sectors. Tikvah Ethiopia July 20, 2018 E.C. (@tikvahethiopia) Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107142

tldr: Ethiopia is hosting the 2026 African Logistics and Communications Symposium in Addis Ababa, fostering strategic military cooperation with the US and strengthening African security capabilities. The event, attended by 40 African nations and 26 international institutions, focuses on enhancing logistics and communication to combat terrorism. #Politics @ByteTikvah

"The Master Plan showed a national investment need of 30.65 billion US dollars" - The Service The Ethiopian Electric Utility (EEU) has unveiled its 25-year National Distribution System Master Plan and Expansion Study, prepared to expand electricity access, reduce frequent power outages, and strengthen digital operations. This plan, spanning from 2024 to 2049, was prepared with the support of the World Bank and is based on a survey conducted on 79,000 kilometers of medium voltage lines, 1,100 feeder lines, and 183 substations across the country. According to the study, 271 of the 1,100 feeder lines were found to have insufficient power carrying capacity, and 182 lines were observed to have high power loads. Additionally, thousands of network infrastructures, including 6,800 transformers, were identified as needing maintenance and upgrades. It was also stated that $71 million would be required for these immediate corrective works. The study indicates that Ethiopia's electricity demand will increase rapidly. The power demand, predicted to reach 10,493 megawatts by 2030, is stated to grow to 39,327 megawatts by 2049. It was noted that Addis Ababa and Oromia would account for the largest share, with Addis Ababa's power demand predicted to grow from 1,608 megawatts in 2025 to 16,057 megawatts in 2049. Short-term projects to be implemented by 2027 include the installation of 16,511 kilometers of new lines, the upgrade of 9,676 kilometers of existing lines, the installation of 10,603 new transformers, and the capacity enhancement of 11,174 existing transformers. These alone will require a budget of $1.33 billion. By 2049, 128 new substations are planned to be built across the country, requiring $16.3 billion for this and related works. Additionally, a 10-year smart grid strategy, including smart meters, SCADA, distribution automation, GIS, and modern data centers, has been prepared, requiring an expenditure of $515 to $640 million. The study indicates that to meet the power demand for Addis Ababa and Sheger cities alone by 2049, 207 new substations and additional transformer expansions will be needed, requiring a budget of $2.81 billion. In total, the 25-year Master Plan is stated to require $30.65 billion in national investment for its full implementation. This budget includes network upgrades and expansion, substation construction, SCADA/DMS systems, telecommunications upgrades, smart grid, and modern meter investments. More: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1QfBDtopdM/ Tikvah Ethiopia Addis Ababa July 20, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107137

tldr: Ethiopia's Electric Utility launched a 25-year master plan, requiring $30.65 billion, to upgrade its power distribution system and meet projected demand growth by 2049. #Business @ByteTikvah

#Verdict"Former Sidama Regional Peace and Security Bureau Head, Ato Alemayehu Timotewos, has been sentenced to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment" - Sidama Regional Justice BureauAccording to the Sidama Regional Justice Bureau, former Sidama Regional Peace and Security Bureau officials Alemayehu Timotewos and former Police Commissioner Shimeles Thomas have been sentenced to imprisonment by the Hawassa City High Court.The Hawassa City High Court passed a rigorous imprisonment decision on the former Sidama Regional Peace and Security Bureau Head and Police Commissioner based on charges filed by the regional Justice Bureau.The bureau announced that the court, after reviewing human and documentary evidence, found the defendants guilty; the officials were found to have misused their power by organizing an armed group called the Sidama Liberation Army (SLA) and committing multiple human rights violations, leading to the decision.Accordingly, information obtained by Tikvah Ethiopia from the bureau indicates that the court, in today's session on July 20, 2018 E.C., sentenced the first defendant, Ato Alemayehu Timotewos, to 10 years and 5 months of rigorous imprisonment and a 4,000 Birr fine, and the second defendant, Ato Shimeles Thomas, to 1 year and 6 months of rigorous imprisonment and a 1,000 Birr fine.Tikvah EthiopiaHawassaJuly 20, 2018 E.C.@tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107135

tldr: Former Sidama regional officials, Alemayehu Timotewos and Shimeles Thomas, received rigorous prison sentences from the Hawassa City High Court. They were convicted for misusing power, organizing an armed group, and committing human rights violations. #Crime @ByteTikvah

#EHRC: "In East Arsi Zone, since 2014 E.C., numerous killings, abductions, and property destructions have occurred." The Ethiopian Human Rights Council (EHRC) has disclosed human rights violations that it claims occurred in various districts of the East Arsi Zone, Oromia Region, from 2014 E.C. up to May 24, 2018 E.C. The organization stated that the report was prepared based on a field investigation conducted in Shirka, Merti, Jeju, Arsi Sire, Robe, Munisa, Guna, Honqolo Wabe, and Aseko districts. According to EHRC, although communities in the area lived in peace for a long time, attacks by armed groups in recent years have targeted innocent civilians, resulting in deaths, injuries, abductions, enforced disappearances, displacement, and property destruction. Furthermore, it stated that the government's failure to adequately fulfill its responsibility to protect citizens has caused the attacks to continue repeatedly. The report indicates that since 2014 E.C., attacks by armed forces have occurred in various districts of the East Arsi Zone, particularly targeting followers of the Orthodox faith. EHRC reported that in these attacks, 116 innocent civilians were killed in Shirka, 117 in Merti, 101 in Jeju, 47 in Robe, 26 in Guna, 20 in Honqolo Wabe, 19 in Munisa, 5 in Aseko, and 3 in Arsi Sire. It also mentioned that 4 government militia members died. The report, which stated that 26 people were killed in Guna district alone, confirmed with information obtained from the church that 16 people were killed in one day in Nano Jawi Kebele, and 5 of them were buried in a single pit. EHRC stated that during its investigation, it collected evidence by interviewing victims, families of the deceased, eyewitnesses, church officials, and conducting field observations. EHRC said that although it sent letters to the Oromia Police, the regional communication bureau, and other institutions to get a response, no response was received until the report was finalized. Finally, EHRC urged the federal and regional governments to ensure peace and security in the area, bring perpetrators to justice, ensure victims receive compensation and justice, and enable displaced persons to return safely to their homes. Tikvah Ethiopia Addis Ababa July 20, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107132

tldr: The Ethiopian Human Rights Council reported extensive killings, abductions, and property destruction by armed groups in Oromia's East Arsi Zone since 2014 E.C., urging government action. #Politics @ByteTikvah

Students are currently entering their examination institutions for the 2018 E.C. 12th-grade national final examination, which will be administered on paper from July 22-24, 2018 E.C. Among the institutions where the exam will be given, universities located in the Tigray region are receiving their students. Students will be welcomed until tomorrow, July 21, 2018 E.C., and will receive a general orientation about the exam administration. It is recalled that the paper-based exam will be given from July 22-24, 2018 E.C., as announced by the Education Assessment and Examinations Service. Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107124

tldr: Students are entering exam centers for the 12th-grade national final examination, administered on paper from July 22-24, 2018 E.C. Universities in Tigray are receiving students, who will also get an orientation. #Education @ByteTikvah

"The unpaid 60% remaining payment and the 4-day pre-deployment cost, as per our contract, have not been settled to date" - Election Executives. Citizens deployed as election executives in various regions during the 7th General Election told Tikvah Ethiopia that over half of their payment for their work has not been settled, that some had their working days reduced even in the payments made, and that the Election Board has not provided a solution. "The unpaid 60% remaining payment and the four-day pre-deployment cost, as per our contract, have not been settled to date," they said. They also accused, "Repeatedly given appointments have not been fulfilled." "We are election executives who worked faithfully, diligently, and with full responsibility in the election. We have properly fulfilled our national duty; however, we have not yet received the payment we deserve," they told Tikvah Ethiopia. They recalled that they were told "payment would be made from July 11 to 15, 2018," but "even though July 18, 2018, has passed, no payment has been made. This situation is eroding our trust in the Election Board," they stated. Election executives in the Amhara region, especially in the North Wollo Zone, also told Tikvah Ethiopia that despite being told full payment would be made by June 2018 E.C., it has not been fulfilled, and even when 40% payment was made, their working days were reduced. An election executives' coordinator stated, "The payment for station executives that came to us should have been for 54 days, but it's for 39 days. For the three election constituency executives in each woreda, the payment should have been for 169 days; however, 79 days were not accounted for." They explained that when 40 percent of the payment was made, it was only for 39 and 90 days, and the remaining 60 percent of the payment has not been made at all, asking, "Why are only our days being reduced?" Complainants in various areas, citing that the delay and non-payment of their full wages are creating economic pressure on their families, strongly urged the relevant bodies to immediately settle the outstanding payments and provide clear and prompt responses to the executives. Tikvah Ethiopia's repeated attempts to get a response from the Election Board regarding their complaints were unsuccessful due to unanswered calls, and the attempts will continue. Tikvah Ethiopia Addis Ababa July 19, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107121

tldr: Ethiopian election executives for the 7th General Election report over 60% of their wages are unpaid, with some facing reduced working days. They demand immediate payment and clear responses from the Election Board, which has been unresponsive. #Politics @ByteTikvah

#SaintGabriel #July19 The Hawassa City Police Department announced that the annual July 19 Saint Gabriel's celebration, which is observed with great splendor in Hawassa city, concluded peacefully without any security problems. The police stated that the festival concluded peacefully due to collaborative work with stakeholders, and added that during the festival, 4 individuals suspected of theft were sentenced to imprisonment ranging from 2 years of simple imprisonment to 3 years and 3 months of rigorous imprisonment. The department extended its gratitude to the security forces, city residents, and volunteer youth who contributed to the peaceful conclusion of the festival. July 19, 2018 E.C. Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107119

tldr: Hawassa City Police announced the annual Saint Gabriel's celebration concluded peacefully, with four individuals sentenced for theft during the event. #Local @ByteTikvah

#StGabriel #July19 The annual Kulubi St. Gabriel festival on July 19 was celebrated in accordance with religious traditions. The festival involved hundreds of thousands of pilgrims and visitors from Ethiopia and abroad, and participants stated that they celebrated in brotherhood, togetherness, and peace. The East Hararghe Zone Police, for its part, stated that the festival, supported by enhanced security, concluded peacefully without any security incidents. It indicated that not a single traffic accident or criminal act occurred during the festival. #ENA July 19, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107116

tldr: Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims and visitors attended the annual Kulubi St. Gabriel festival on July 19, celebrating peacefully. East Hararghe Zone Police reported no security incidents, traffic accidents, or criminal acts during the event. #Culture @ByteTikvah

#SaintGabriel #July19 The annual July 19 feast of Saint Gabriel at the Saint Gabriel Church in beautiful Hawassa is being celebrated with a very large number of congregants present. Since early morning, congregants from various parts of the country, as well as from Hawassa and its surroundings, have been present at the church, celebrating the feast with liturgy, prayer, hymns, and various Orthodox rituals. Religious fathers, deacons, choristers, and congregants are celebrating the feast adorned in Orthodox ceremonial attire, with a very large number of congregants gathered in the church compound and its vicinity. The city's mayor, Ato Tiratu Beyene, along with other senior city officials, were also present at the celebration. The July 19 feast of Saint Gabriel is celebrated annually in Hawassa with a vibrant spiritual atmosphere, and it is a great religious holiday where congregants from various parts of Ethiopia gather. Tikvah Ethiopia Hawassa July 19, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107114

tldr: Hawassa is celebrating its annual Saint Gabriel feast on July 19 with a massive turnout of congregants and city officials, including Mayor Ato Tiratu Beyene. #Culture @ByteTikvah