Africa: A New Down for Africa

Today, Ethiopia reached a remarkable milestone in its extensive history as it inaugurated the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). The completion of the GERD will signify a new… Read more »

Ethiopia: GERD - A Symbol of National Pride and Unity

Under the bright sun of East Africa, where the historic Nile flows, Ethiopia is emerging with pride and determination. The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), located on the… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Aims to Use Wetlands for Sustainable Development and Climate Resilience

Several initiatives are underway in Ethiopia to leverage wetlands for economic benefit, according to Ministry of Water and Energy. Read more »

Ethiopia: GERD Will Transform Regional Relations Through Energy Cooperation - Leading Water Expert

The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is more than a national achievement--it represents a historic opportunity for regional development, cooperation, and shared prosperity,… Read more »

Ethiopia: Prime Minister Abiy Describes GERD As Source of Inspiration for All Black People

Prime Minister Abiy underscored that the Abay Reservoir, named Nigat (dawn) has brought with it a wealth greater than Ethiopia's current GDP," closing the era of the country's… Read more »

Ethiopia: PM Abiy Inaugurates Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)

Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has today inaugurated the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) in the presence of African leaders. Read more »

Africa: Africa Can Be First Continent to Industrialize Without Destroying Its Ecosystems - PM Abiy

As we prepare for COP30, Africa must stand not as a bloc of negotiators, but as a continent of solutions, fulfilling the vision of Agenda 2063 for a prosperous, resilient, and… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Long Recognizes Urgency of Climate Change - Minister of Planning & Dev't

Ethiopia has long recognized the urgency of climate change, Minister of Planning and Development Minister Fitsum Assefa said during the launch of the fifth Nairobi Summer School on… Read more »

Ethiopia: Green Legacy Initiative Restores Dried Springs and Lakes, Say University Scholars

The Green Legacy Initiative has restored dried springs and lakes by allowing water to penetrate deeper into the soil, scholars at Haramaya University told ENA. Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Gears Up to Welcome Guests for the Second Africa Climate Summit

Following Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's announcement that Ethiopia will host the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2) from September 8-10, 2025, in collaboration with the African… Read more »

Ethiopia: Leading By Example - Ethiopia's Green Legacy Ignites Global Climate Resilience Efforts

The nationwide tree planting campaign, which is being held under the theme: "Renewal Through Planting," is part of Ethiopia's annual plan of planting a staggering number of 7.5… Read more »

Ethiopia: Over 103 Million Saplings Planted Thus Far As Part of Single Day Campaign

Government Communication Service disclosed that by 9:00 AM, over 103 tree seedlings have already been planted across Ethiopia in a single day Green Legacy Initiative campaign,… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopian Water Technology Institute Expands National, Regional Capacity Building Programs

The Ethiopian Water Technology Institute (EWTI) said that it has been enhancing national and regional capacity in water technology. Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Reaffirms Vital Role of Grassroots Leadership in Shaping Unified, Impactful African Climate Agenda

- Ethiopia's State Minister for Planning and Development and Chair of the National Organizing Committee for the second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2), Seyoum Mekonnen has reaffirmed… Read more »

Africa: Climate Summit to Take Steps That Enable Implementation of Effective Solutions for Africa

Ethiopia will host the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS-2) which is expected to take steps towards implementing effective climate action solutions while securing genuine… Read more »

Africa: Africa Climate Summit in Ethiopia to Attract Between 20,000 and 25,000 for Bold Climate Action

The Ministry of Planning and Development has announced that the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2), set to take place in Addis Ababa from September 8 to 10, 2025, is expected to… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Taking Center Stage in Combating Climate Change, Creating Resilient Env't - Foreign Diplomat & Investors

Ethiopia is increasingly recognized for its leadership in addressing climate change and fostering environmental resilience, members of the diplomatic community based in Addis Ababa… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Green Legacy Initiative Drives Broader Climate Action

As a country increasingly affected by severe climate shocks, Ethiopia is gaining momentum in its ecological restoration efforts. Read more »

Ethiopia: Pakistani Minister Lauds Ethiopia's Exemplary Role in Advancing International Climate Agenda

Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination of Pakistan, Musadik Malik lauded Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's visionary leadership and his exemplary role in… Read more »

Ethiopia: Record-Breaking 714.7 Million Saplings Planted Across Ethiopia in Just 12 Hours

Ethiopia's Agriculture Minister Girma Amente confirmed that a record-breaking 714.7 million tree seedlings were planted in a single day across Ethiopia. Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Plan to Plant 700 Million Seedlings in Single Day Exceeded Expectations - PM Abiy Says

- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has announced this evening that Ethiopia's plan to plant 700 million seedlings in single day has exceeded expectations. Read more »

Ethiopia: Over 648.4 Million Trees Planted Nationwide By Early Afternoon in Ethiopia's Single-Day Campaign

As of 3:00 PM local time, Ethiopians across the country had planted over 648.4 million tree seedlings, achieving close to percent of the national target to plant 700 million trees… Read more »

Ethiopia: Today, Ethiopia to Plant 700 Million Seedlings in Single Day, Contributing to Protection of Global Env't

Ethiopians along with the members of the international community based in the country will plant 700 million seedlings today as part of the Green Legacy Initiative of the country. Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Kicks Off Record-Breaking One-Day Campaign to Plant 700 Million Trees Nationwide

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, in the early morning hours, unveiled the start of Ethiopia's unprecedented one-day tree planting campaign, aiming to plant 700 million seedlings across… Read more »

East Africa: Ethiopia Sets to Launch Extensive Tree Planting Initiative, With Goal of Planting 700 Million Seedlings in a Single Day

Ethiopia is set to launch an extensive tree planting initiative, with the goal of planting 700 million seedlings in just a single day. Read more »