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tldr: Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed met six leaders at the 18th BRICS Summit, discussing enhanced cooperation in defense, technology, trade, and regional security.

BRICS+ On the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit being held in New Delhi, India, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Dr.) held discussions with leaders from several member and partner countries on bilateral and regional issues. During his discussion with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister deliberated on areas to further strengthen the Ethiopia-India partnership. The discussion included enhancing defense cooperation, technology transfer and capacity building, mineral development, and strengthening cooperation around the preparations for the upcoming UN Climate Summit (COP32). PM Abiy (Dr.) stated that despite Ethiopia and India having deep historical and cultural ties, there are many untapped cooperation opportunities between the two countries. He also indicated that the partnership should be expanded in the areas of technology, skills, investment, and sustainable development. He also held discussions with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the BRICS Plus platform. This discussion focused on the current situation in the Red Sea area and the broader regional security situation. It was reported that both emphasized the importance of dialogue and efforts to support regional stability. In his discussion with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, they deliberated on areas to expand economic cooperation between the two countries. Investment, tourism, renewable energy, and COP32 cooperation were among the main topics of discussion. Ethiopia also discussed opportunities to utilize Malaysia's experience in industrial park development, productivity, and the manufacturing sector. Additionally, he met with Russian President Vladimir Putin and discussed issues to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries. Defense and security, trade and investment, education and technology cooperation, and expanding cultural and people-to-people relations were key points of their discussion. They also deliberated on strengthening cooperation regarding climate change, development goals, and COP32 preparations. He also met with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss the main agendas of the BRICS summit and ways to further strengthen the multifaceted cooperation between Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates. He also met with Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and discussed issues to expand bilateral relations and mutual cooperation between Ethiopia and Vietnam. Prime Minister Abiy (Dr.) stated that Ethiopia is ready to create more value by connecting with the resources, technology, and vast market potential available through BRICS. He specifically pointed out opportunities for creating new partnerships in the mining, renewable energy, and industrial sectors. Furthermore, the Prime Minister stated that BRICS has great potential to transform mutual cooperation into shared value, resilience, and sustainable growth. September 2, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107890

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tldr: The 2026 BRICS summit in New Delhi, attended by leaders including Ethiopia's PM, focuses on economic cooperation, amplifying the Global South's voice, and addressing global geopolitical challenges. Discussions include ongoing conflicts, trade disruptions, and calls for international institutional reforms.

The 2026 BRICS summit began today in New Delhi, India. The two-day summit is hosted by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attended by leaders and high-ranking officials from BRICS member countries. Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Dr.) is present at the summit. The summit focuses on strengthening economic cooperation among member countries, amplifying the voice of Global South countries, expanding trade and financial cooperation, and establishing a common stance on geopolitical issues emerging in the world. Specifically, the ongoing wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, energy supply and global trade disruptions, trade tariffs, and the international financial system are among the main discussion agendas. Several leaders of member countries, including Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Dr.), Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, are attending the summit. Indian Prime Minister Modi stated that Global South countries are particularly affected by international crises but lack sufficient voice in decision-making processes, calling for reforms in international institutions. He emphasized that changes to the UN Security Council, in particular, can no longer be delayed. It was also reported that BRICS members agreed on a joint statement before the summit. Reuters sources indicated that the statement includes a stance condemning unilateral wars without naming any specific country. BRICS currently represents over 40 percent of the world's population and accounts for nearly a quarter of the global economy. Therefore, the 2026 BRICS summit has become an important platform not only for strengthening economic cooperation but also for demonstrating efforts to give Global South countries a greater voice and influence in a changing world order. September 2, 2019 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107883

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tldr: STEMpower and EDA are offering free sewing vocational training with certification for youth in Akaki Kality Sub-City. The program includes practical skills, life skills, and entrepreneurship, with top performers eligible for a sewing machine award. Registration closes Meskerem 08/2018 E.C.

#Opportunity_Tip 📣Free sewing vocational training with a qualification certificate for all interested! ✨ Do you want to learn sewing and create your own job opportunity? This free vocational training opportunity has been prepared for youth living in Akaki Kality Sub-City. STEMpower, in collaboration with Emmanuel Development Association (EDA), has organized free sewing vocational training with a qualification certificate through its Windows of Hope project.What will you get? 🔹 Practical sewing skills 🔹 Life skills and entrepreneurship knowledge 🔹 Qualification certificate 🔹 Sewing machine award for participants who show good performance in the trainingWho can participate? 🔸 Those living in Akaki Kality Sub-City 🔸 Those who want to learn sewing 🔸 Those who want to develop skills and create their own job opportunities📍 Location: Akaki Training Center, Akaki Polytechnic College🔗 To register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBkhHEdBPF1lglsGOBLWEQleiLVmkLBTldb1dtMWUbecr5BQ/viewform?usp=header✍️ Or in person: At Woreda 9, 10, 12, and 13 Labor and Skills Office📝 Registration deadline: Meskerem 08/2018 E.C. Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107881

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tldr: Yonatan B.T. Furniture, an award-winning company with over 30 years of experience, offers up to 25% discount, Dashen Bank credit, and a two-year warranty at its showrooms.

Yonatan B.T. Furniture Happy New Year! "We have been providing comfort with quality and beauty in the furniture industry for over 30 years." We have repeatedly won awards for making furniture with high technology and design, with love and expertise. We are the winners of the 'Ethiopian Tamirt Expo' in 2018. From homes to offices, from cafes to hotels, from businesses to real estate, we are involved in all furniture works. With a genuine discount of up to 25% and Dashen Bank credit service, along with a two-year warranty, we await you at our Wingate, Piassa, and CMC showrooms. The boundary of beauty, quality, and comfort Yonatan B.T. Furniture! 📍Our Address 1. Piassa Eri Bekentu B.T. Tower (below Ethio Ceramic) 2. Past Wingate Roundabout, in front of Abyssinia Bank 3. From CMC Roundabout towards Ayat Road, before Mery (next to Zemen Bank) ☎️ Call us +251957868686, +251995272727, +251993828282 Telegram | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok #GreatDiscount Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107880

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tldr: The Ministry of Education extended the deadline for higher education institution and field of study selection to Meskerem 5, 2019 E.C. Students who passed the 2018 E.C. secondary education exam and haven't yet chosen can now do so via student.ethernet.edu.et.

The Ministry of Education has announced the extension of the institution and field of study selection period. The Ministry of Education announced that the deadline for institution and field of study selection for students who took the 2018 E.C. secondary education leaving certificate examination and achieved higher education entrance results in the regular education program has been extended until Meskerem 5, 2019 E.C. Therefore, students who have not yet submitted their choices for various reasons can complete their institution and field of study selection by Meskerem 5. Students are advised to complete the process by entering their own ID (identification number) using the website student.ethernet.edu.et to submit their choices. #MoE @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107876

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tldr: Tikvah Ethiopia's New Year message calls for justice for victims of past injustices, urging unity and cooperation for a better nation.

New Year; New Hope! Today, the New Year has arrived. For some of us, however, the arrival of the New Year alone is not joy; as we bid farewell to the past year, we carry broken hearts, lost loved ones, unfulfilled dreams, and many questions. Many have been unjustly killed at various times, displaced from their own homes with "This is not yours, get out!" being told to them, fallen into fields after leaving their homes, exposed to alternating sun and rain, imprisoned without fault, wronged, and become victims of war and conflict. For some of us, all these might be just news headlines, a week's social media agenda, or topics discussed for a season and then forgotten; but for their mothers, fathers, and families, they are a burden carried from year to year, a lifelong pain. For their loved ones, it is an unforgettable wound. True justice does not bring back the lost person; nor does it completely erase past pain. However, the revelation of truth, the legal addressing of wrongs and injustices, the accountability of those responsible, and their appearance in court will heal broken hearts. For a mother, father, loved one, or friend, it will be a comfort, saying 'The death of my child, my friend, my loved one was not in vain.' Therefore, may this New Year 2019 E.C. be a year where all those killed, wronged, and harmed find justice; where families know the truth; where broken hearts are comforted; and where we hear no evil. Let us choose love over hatred, listening over not listening, cooperation over division, and build a better country. Ethiopia is the owner of 13 months of grace. It is a country endowed with unique grace in its nature, land, air, people, and culture. If we utilize this grace with love, peace, unity, and diligence, we can create the Ethiopia we wish for today and will be proud of tomorrow. Tikvah Ethiopia September 1, 2019 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107874

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tldr: Ethiopia, known for its '13 months of sunshine', has officially commenced its new year, 2019 E.C., with greetings extended in Amharic, Oromo, and Tigrinya.

Ethiopia, the owner of the '13 months of sunshine', has begun its new year, 2019 E.C., as one. Happy New Year! Baga Bara Haaraa Geessan! Rihus Hadush Amet! Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107871

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tldr: Tikvah Ethiopia extends New Year wishes for 2019 E.C., hoping for a year of peace, love, hope, and prosperity for Ethiopia and its people. They wish their family health, success, and blessings.

Happy New Year! 🎉🇪🇹May the new year 2019 E.C. be a year where we hear news of peace, where the sound of love and mutual understanding is heard; where tears are replaced by tears of joy, where families meet in peace, and where youth look towards their goals with hope.May it be a year where conflict gives way to peace, fear to hope, and problems to solutions; where the burden of living eases, where working leads to change, and where living in our country becomes a source of pride.To our dear Tikvah Ethiopia family; may 2019 E.C. be a year of health, success, blessings, and peace for you. May what you have planned succeed, may you see your loved ones in peace; and may you have a new reason to be happy every day.May God grant our country peace, our people hope, and each of us health and blessings. ❤️Happy New Year!Tikvah Ethiopia#TikvahEthiopia #TikvahEthiopiaFamily ❤@tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107868

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tldr: A young man was fatally shot by a federal police officer in Dilla City, Ethiopia, causing hours of unrest. The accused officer, Sergeant Tinsae Dejene, has been brought to court.

In the South Ethiopia Region, Gedeo Zone, Dilla City, in an area called Chichu, a young man named Abiti Birhanu died after being shot by a federal police officer, local residents told Tikvah Ethiopia. They indicated that the young man had only been married for 3 months. According to a Chichu resident who wished to remain anonymous, the killing occurred yesterday approximately two kilometers from the federal customs checkpoint while the young man was relaxing. The source also stated that the young man's life was lost due to a shot fired by a federal police officer. The source, who stated that the reason for the killing is not clearly known, told Tikvah Ethiopia that they heard it was "due to contraband." Another Chichu resident stated that after the young man's death was heard in the area, unrest occurred for several hours. They also indicated that there was shooting and some disturbance in the area. The source told Tikvah Ethiopia that the Gedeo Zone and Dilla City police, along with community elders and respected figures, worked on the issue, stabilized the situation, and restored peace. Tikvah Ethiopia made repeated attempts to get further clarification from the Gedeo Zone and Dilla City police regarding the matter. However, due to unanswered calls and the response "we will consolidate the information and inform you," additional police clarification was not included in this report. Dilla City Police, in information disseminated on its official Facebook page, stated that young Abiti Birhanu died, but after sharing information that did not explain or clarify the matter, it announced this evening that the individual accused of the killing, Sergeant Tinsae Dejene, has been brought before the court. Tikvah Ethiopia will provide further information by conducting additional investigations related to the young man's death. Tikvah Ethiopia Hawassa Pagume 5, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107866

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tldr: The National Intelligence and Security Service announced that fireworks will be launched in Addis Ababa at Sheraton Addis, Monarch Hotel, and Coca-Cola Ethiopia for 15 minutes, starting at midnight on the eve of the 2019 Ethiopian New Year. The Addis Ababa Police also informed the public about the display.

To inform you:Fireworks will be launched to mark the 2019 Ethiopian New Year.The National Intelligence and Security Service (NISS) announced that due to the New Year's holiday to be celebrated tomorrow, September 1, 2019 E.C., fireworks will be launched in Addis Ababa at Sheraton Addis Hotel, Monarch Hotel, and Coca-Cola Ethiopia today on the eve of the holiday, from 6:00 AM to 6:15 AM (midnight to 12:15 AM) for about 15 minutes.The Addis Ababa Police Commission announced this "so that the public has the appropriate information."#AddisAbabaPolicePagume 5, 2018 E.C.@tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107864

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tldr: The Ethiopian Ministry of Defense announced 21 cannon salutes for the 2019 Ethiopian New Year at 12:00 AM, with Addis Ababa Police informing the public.

#ForYourInformation: The Ministry of Defense of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) has announced that 21 cannon salutes will be fired to mark the 2019 Ethiopian calendar year New Year holiday. The 21 cannon salutes for the New Year holiday will be fired at 12:00 AM (early morning). The Addis Ababa Police Commission announced this "so that the entire community has the appropriate information." Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107863

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tldr: The Ethiopian Lottery Administration announced the winning numbers for the 2018 Enkutatash Lottery. The top prize of 20,000,000 Birr was awarded to ticket number 2302203.

The Enkutatash Lottery's 20,000,000 Birr winning number is 2302203. Tonight, the Ethiopian Lottery Administration announced the drawing of the 2018 Enkutatash Lottery in front of the public. Accordingly: 1st prize number 2302203 👉 20,000,000 Birr; 2nd prize number 1057413 👉 10,000,000 Birr; 3rd prize number 0829516 👉 5,000,000 Birr; 4th prize number 2161591 👉 2,000,000 Birr. (Other winning numbers are attached above). Pagumen 5, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107862

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tldr: Over 600 prisoners, including Christian Tadele, were released in Ethiopia after signing pardon forms, while approximately 28 others remain jailed for refusing to sign.

"Christian and others have been released" - Close family of Ato Christian. The families stated that Ato Christian Tadele and other prisoners have been released, but Ato Yohannes Boyalew and others who did not fill out the pardon form have not been released. A close family member of Ato Christian Tadele told Tikvah Ethiopia that Ato Christian and 600 other prisoners were released today. A close family member of Ato Yohannes Boyalew, on their part, told us that Christian Tadele and others were also released today. Ato Yohannes Boyalew stated that he was not released from prison, adding to Tikvah Ethiopia, "Those who were released are those who agreed with the government and filled out the pardon form. There is nothing new for those who did not sign." Furthermore, another party who was following the case handled by the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) regarding prisoners being released on pardon after signing preconditions, also told Tikvah Ethiopia that prisoners who signed the presented preconditions "have been released," while those who did not sign "have not been released." Approximately 28 prisoners who did not sign the document have not been released from prison. Regarding the release of over 600 prisoners, they told us, "That's correct; we know about Amhara politicians. But there are also Oromia politicians. There will be those from other nationalities. There is also talk of Tigrayans. I have that kind of information." Explaining the situation regarding the judicial process where prisoners were released if they signed preconditions and not released if they didn't, they say that in the justice system, "they should have received swift justice." "This is an issue that has been raised in parliament at various times. One of the missions of the Ministry of Justice is to ensure urgent justice; but there are significant problems; why doesn't the Ministry of Justice drop the charges when no convincing evidence has been found against them in recent years?" they asked. "That's how it should have been, and we always say that the justice system has problems," said the same party, adding, "It should also be considered that we are at war; the ruling party with armed groups. Therefore, expecting true justice is impossible." "If these people remain in prison after this, how will they improve the justice system? They absolutely cannot improve it. It's not possible when you are at war," they commented. "The opposition side will also have its own faults; the ruling party will also have faults. Crimes have the potential to occur from both sides. And the government, during wartime, says 'these people have committed crimes, but the evidence is hidden; I haven't found the evidence yet, so give me time' and prolongs their imprisonment for years," they said. "Therefore, instead of setting preconditions for prisoners to be released on pardon and debating 'whether they should be released or not,' they could have been released through the judicial process when the country was stable and the government was trying to modernize the justice system," they commented. Tikvah Ethiopia Addis Ababa Pagume 5, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107860

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tldr: Over 600 people were released from prison today following an EHRC request approved by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed to foster peace and national consensus. The EHRC praised this decision as a significant step for peace and democracy, urging released citizens to participate in national development.

#Statement: The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC), following its request and efforts with various bodies, announced today that over 600 people have been released from prison. In a statement sent to us by the Commission, it requested that the cases of citizens convicted of various crimes and those whose cases are pending in court be given special consideration. EHRC then presented this request to the government. According to the Commission, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Dr.) positively received the matter and gave direction to the relevant government structures to take measures that support peace, national consensus, and democracy, while upholding the rule of law. Accordingly, based on the established legal and pardon process, it has been decided that those convicted of various crimes be released on pardon, and defendants whose cases are pending be released from prison with their charges dropped, EHRC stated. EHRC praised this decision as a significant step for peace, national consensus, and the building of democracy. It also called for similar peace-building efforts to be strengthened in the future. The Commission also urged the released citizens to return to their normal lives and participate in national peace-building and development in a legal and peaceful manner. Furthermore, EHRC urged forces who believe that problems in Ethiopia can be resolved through armed struggle to come to peaceful negotiations. The Commission also requested government and civil society organizations to assist in the rehabilitation efforts to help the citizens released today reintegrate into their normal lives upon returning to their communities. Tikvah Ethiopia Addis Ababa Pagume 5, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107858

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tldr: The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission announced the release of over 600 federally detained prisoners, including Christian Tadele, through pardons or dropped charges after five months of advocacy.

The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) announced that over 600 prisoners, including Mr. Christian Tadele, have been released from prison through pardon and the dropping of their cases. The EHRC stated that it has been working with the government for the past 5 months for their release. EHRC Commissioner Birhanu Adelo announced that over 600 prisoners, those imprisoned by court decision were pardoned, and those whose cases were ongoing had their charges dropped, and were released today. It was indicated that not only were they released from prison, but their legally suspended rights were also reinstated. It was stated that this number is separate from those released by regions themselves, and the released prisoners were federally detained from Amhara and Oromia. #FMC Pagume 5, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107856

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tldr: Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced hundreds of prisoners were pardoned on New Year's Eve, linking it to the successful national dialogue. This action aims to foster peace and demonstrate commitment to the dialogue's recommendations.

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Dr.) announced that hundreds of prisoners were released on pardon on New Year's Eve. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Dr.), while delivering his 2019 E.C. New Year's message, stated that the national dialogue has successfully concluded. The Prime Minister indicated that the dialogue showed Ethiopians can discuss and consult among their differences and reach a common stance on national issues. He also stated that the ideas agreed upon during the dialogue would be put into action through various means. Prime Minister Abiy (Dr.) stated that one of the steps demonstrating the positive outcome of the national dialogue is the release of hundreds of prisoners on pardon on New Year's Eve. According to the Prime Minister, the government's purpose for releasing the prisoners on pardon is twofold. First, he stated it is to begin the outcome of the national dialogue with love, forgiveness, and peace. He noted that various parties who participated in the national dialogue had requested the release of individuals imprisoned due to various errors, through pardon and legal means. The Prime Minister stated that the government accepted this and took steps to release those who agreed to the process. The second purpose, he indicated, is to demonstrate the government's commitment to implementing the recommendations of the national dialogue. The Prime Minister also expressed hope that those released on pardon would play a positive role in the recommendations of the national dialogue. It is also hoped that they will learn from the past and make the future a path of peace and democracy. In his message, the Prime Minister said, "When it is possible to discuss, debate, and compete, conflict and war are not profitable." He also stated that it is a time for pens and ideas, not for guns and force. For the New Year, he expressed his hope that it would be a year where the recommendations of the national dialogue would be further implemented, the political space would expand, and various ideas would move forward intertwined with national interest. Tikvah Ethiopia Pagume 5, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107854

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tldr: Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced the release of hundreds of prisoners on New Year's Eve, linking it to the successful national dialogue. This pardon aims to foster peace and demonstrate commitment to the dialogue's recommendations for the upcoming year.

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Dr.) announced that hundreds of prisoners were released on pardon on New Year's Eve. While delivering his 2019 E.C. New Year's message, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Dr.) stated that the national dialogue has successfully concluded. The Prime Minister indicated that the dialogue showed Ethiopians can discuss and consult among their differences to reach a common stance on national issues. He also stated that the ideas agreed upon during the dialogue would be implemented in various ways. Prime Minister Abiy (Dr.) stated that one of the steps demonstrating the positive outcome of the national dialogue is the release of hundreds of prisoners on pardon on New Year's Eve. According to the Prime Minister, the government's purpose for releasing the prisoners on pardon is twofold. First, he stated it is to begin the outcome of the national dialogue with love, forgiveness, and peace. He pointed out that various parties who participated in the national dialogue had requested that those imprisoned due to various errors be released through pardon and legal means. The Prime Minister stated that the government accepted this and took steps to release those who agreed to the process. The second purpose, he indicated, is to demonstrate the government's commitment to implementing the recommendations of the national dialogue. The Prime Minister also expressed hope that those released on pardon would play a positive role in the recommendations of the national dialogue. It is also hoped that by learning from the past, they will make the future path one of peace and democracy. In his message, the Prime Minister said, "When it is possible to discuss, debate, and compete, conflict and war are not profitable." He also stated that it is a time for pens and ideas, not for guns and force. For the New Year, he expressed his hope that it would be a year where the recommendations of the national dialogue are further implemented, the political space expands, and various ideas are pursued intertwined with national interest. Tikvah Ethiopia Pagume 5, 2018 E.C. @tikvahethiopia Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107852

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tldr: Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed delivered a New Year's message for 2019 E.C., focusing on national dialogue, peace, forgiveness, economic development, and Ethiopia's future journey.

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Dr.) delivered a New Year's message for the 2019 E.C. Their message focused mainly on national dialogue, peace and forgiveness, economic development, and Ethiopia's future journey. Their message is attached above. Pagume 5, 2018 E.C. Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107850

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tldr: Over 300 prisoners, including Kristian Tadele, accused of terrorism, are expected to be released today on pardon after signing preconditions mediated by the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission.

It was heard today that over 300 prisoners, including Kristian Tadele, who were accused of terrorism and imprisoned for years, are to be released.It is recalled that they were asked to be released on pardon after signing various preconditions under the mediation of the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission, and many, except for a few prisoners, signed. Tikvah Ethiopia, having heard from a body that followed the matter, expects that those who signed will be released today.Based on information received today from a senior EHRC official, the same body told us, "I was told that they will be released today. They told us, 'There are one or two remaining procedures (things to be signed) that will be completed today; they will be released.' The statement indicates they will be released today."Based on their information, they told us that the total number of prisoners is 362, and among these, only 24 did not sign the precondition presented for release on pardon.Among those expected to be released are: - Mr. Kristian Tadele, - Dr. Kassa Teshager, - Dr. Chane Kebede, - Asst. Prof. Maregu Biyazen, as explained by this close contact of the detainees.Among those who will not be released through this pardon are: - Mr. Yohannes Boyalew, - Dr. Wondwosen, - Dr. Sisay, - Journalist Meskerem, - Journalist Genet Asmamaw, - Journalist Gobeze Sisay, - Journalist Dawit Gashaw, Tikvah Ethiopia was informed.What did they say regarding the process?EHRC Chief Commissioner Birhanu Adelo has been working on the matter for about six months.We didn't know before; later, we became aware of half of it. The idea came that they would be released on pardon.When this happened, the prisoners said, 'Why are we being released on pardon without evidence being presented against us? The charges should be dropped.'Following this complaint from the detainees, I and another person spoke with the EHRC.We spoke with Chief Commissioner Birhanu Adelo; he told us everything. We were informed that the government wants the prisoners to sign the preconditions presented to them and be released on pardon.The reason this matter is being handled this way is because there is a concern that the prisoners might cause problems after their release. This implies they might cause problems by joining Amhara militants.The release of Aboy Sibhat, Jawar Mohammed, and Abdi Iley was not done this way. When we discussed with the EHRC, asking 'Why are you releasing these on pardon?', we were told that 'there is a war now; if they are released, they might exacerbate the war,' and from this perspective, 'the government can only release them on pardon; otherwise, it's not possible' was the response we received.Pardon itself was not desired; but we were told it came from a higher authority. Beyond that, the Ministry of Justice itself has the stance, 'I have evidence; I will prosecute; I will get them convicted,' was the explanation given to us at the time.Because the detainees have been imprisoned for over 3 years, their families have faced many social crises.Marriages have broken up, there are very ugly situations, and also, Mr. Kristian and others are sick, so it was decided that they should be released in the said manner because they need to stay alive," they said.What did they say regarding the matter presented for the prisoners to sign?It was circulating on social media that the prisoners said, 'We take responsibility for those who died and property destroyed in the war in the Amhara region.' But it's not for all prisoners. Their charges also differ.However, there are people accused regarding the incidents that occurred in the Amhara region during the war. When asked to sign first to take responsibility for this matter to be released o... Original Post: https://t.me/tikvahethiopia/107848

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