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University Research Administrators Gain Experience from The Ohio State University in United States (U.S.) Embassy Workshop

The U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia organized a five-day workshop July 8-12 on university research administration for 20 vice presidents and directors of research from the nation’s leading research universities

As Ethiopia’s public universities transition to new governance models, strong policies and practices to administer research are key to helping universities secure financial resources, improve their research facilities and labs, attract talented faculty and students, and build international partnerships. Continuing its effort to support for Ethiopia’s public universities’ as they…

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Coffee ‘Cup of Excellence’ 2024 Thrives with United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Support

These initiatives by the U.S. government have contributed to the development of Ethiopia’s coffee sector, enhancing both the quality and market access for Ethiopian coffee while supporting the country’s five million smallholder farmers and cooperatives

Ethiopian high-quality coffees are prized for their aromas and flavors.  Coffee is considered the backbone of the Ethiopian economy, generating USD 1.5 billion in foreign exchange.  USAID’s business support improves the competitiveness of coffee sales by enhancing productivity, quality, and market access, supporting farmers, cooperatives, and other industry stakeholders. On…

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The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Celebrates Six Years of Educational Achievements in Ethiopia

Teacher training reached more than 50,000 mother tongue and English primary teachers, based on evidence-based reading pedagogy to improve the classroom instruction for over 3.5 million children

On May 20, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) celebrated the successful completion of the READ II Activity, which has addressed the evolving educational needs of children in Ethiopia since 2018 for over $73 million. Education stakeholders, implementing partners, and key figures in the educational sector gathered to…

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United States (U.S.) Ambassador to Ethiopia Delivers Policy Speech

Drawing parallels to present-day challenges, the Ambassador outlined key aspects of U.S. policy toward human rights and emphasized the imperative to protect human dignity and pursue peace

Today, United States Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin J. Massinga made his first visit to the American Gibbi in Addis Ababa and delivered a policy address on human rights and national dialogue there. The Ambassador reflected on the Yekatit 12 Massacre of 1937, a tragic event where thousands of Ethiopians lost…

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Supporting Ethiopia in the battle against malaria: A vital mission of the United States (US) government

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2022, there were 5.1 million people affected by malaria in Ethiopia, and about 75 million people were at risk of contracting the disease

As we recognize World Malaria Day on April 25, we reflect on the relentless battle against malaria, a life-threatening disease transmitted by female malaria-carrying mosquitoes. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2022, there were 5.1 million people affected by malaria in Ethiopia, and about 75 million people were…

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United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Launches New Empowered Communities Program to Help Ethiopians Take Charge of their Health

The $35 million dollar project is designed to ensure that all community members, including the most marginalized, have access to Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent services

The United States launched a new program that will engage Ethiopian communities in health-related decision-making, to improve knowledge and understanding of their rights, available services, and fee structures, so that they can manage their own health.  The $35 million dollar project is designed to ensure that all community members, including…

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United States Embassy Hosts Interfaith Iftar to Promote Peace and Unity

Religious leaders from Ethiopia’s different faith groups attended the iftar including the EIASC, the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, the Catholic Church, Protestant churches, Beta Israel Jewish Community, and the Inter-Religious Council of Ethiopia

Religious leaders from the wide range of Ethiopian faith groups play a crucial role in promoting peace, unity, and harmony. On March 26, U.S. Ambassador Ervin Massinga hosted an interfaith iftar dinner at his residence to bring together faith leaders from Ethiopia’s different religious groups to celebrate the Muslim holy month…

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United States (U.S.) Embassy Hosts Ethiopian Women Leaders to Advance Inclusion in Political Processes

The workshop was part of a series of U.S. State Department-organized women’s political engagement seminars among women from the Horn of Africa

The U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa hosted on March 28, 2024, an experience-sharing and networking workshop entitled, “Advancing Women’s Inclusion in Political Processes.”  In honor of Women’s History Month and the 120th anniversary of U.S. – Ethiopia relations, the event engaged more than 100 women leaders from Ethiopia’s government agencies, political parties, civil society,…

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United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Announced New Funding Initiatives to Fight Tuberculosis at the 18th Annual National Tuberculosis Research Conference

Mission Director (MD) Scott Hocklander shared the news that Ethiopia is one of a limited number of countries that will benefit from the new “USAID Global Accelerator Plus Initiative,” to help end TB by 2030

National Tuberculosis (TB) Research Conference officially opened in Addis Ababa on March 21, 2024, with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in attendance.  Organized by the Ministry of Health and partners, the event ran until March 24th, culminating with the celebration of World TB Day. Unique to this…

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United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Announces More Than $80 Million in Additional Humanitarian Assistance for the People of Ethiopia

This funding will support USAID humanitarian partners providing urgently needed assistance to the most vulnerable communities

Today, the United States, through USAID, announced more than $80 million in additional humanitarian assistance to help people affected by the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ethiopia. USAID Assistant to the Administrator for the Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance Sonali Korde announced the funding during her visit to the country. According to…