Ethiopia Roundup: Cholera outbreak, demands for wage increase, bilateral relations

FILE PHOTO: 60th anniversary of the Organization African Unity (OAU)/African Union (AU) in Addis Ababa

FILE PHOTO: Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed attends the 60th anniversary of the Organization of African Unity (OAU)/African Union (AU) at the African Union Commission (AUC) Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia May 25, 2023. REUTERS/Tiksa Negeri/File Photo

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Iran and Ethiopia sign MOU for security cooperation

During a historic visit to Addis Ababa, Iranian police chief Brigadier General Ahmad Reza Radan signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Ethiopian counterpart Demelash Gebremichael to strengthen security and law enforcement cooperation, emphasising mutual commitment to addressing transnational challenges.

Cholera outbreak impacts Amhara amid conflict

The Amhara region of Ethiopia faces a severe cholera outbreak, exacerbated by ongoing armed conflict. As reported by the Amhara Public Health Institute, 15 people have died and over 2,131 are infected, with healthcare facilities severely impacted. Health workers highlight the dire need for intervention as they struggle with contaminated water and dwindling resources amid persistent violence.

Holland Dairy launches premium cheese

Holland Dairy, Ethiopia’s leading dairy producer, has launched a high-quality cheese made from fresh, locally sourced milk, celebrating the event at Hyatt Regency with government and industry stakeholders. The initiative aims to enhance Ethiopia's dairy sector and supports over 4,000 local farmers, merging local ingredients with advanced Dutch technology.

Ethiopian health workers demand wage increases

Ethiopian health workers are protesting for wage increases and better working conditions, highlighting a systemic crisis within the healthcare sector. With salaries insufficient to cover basic living costs, many healthcare professionals are considering migration for better opportunities, raising concerns over a potential brain drain that could further strain the healthcare system.

Ethiopia central to African integration goals

Speaking at the COMESA Federation for Women in Business Trade Fair, Speaker Tagesse Chafo asserted Ethiopia's pivotal role in advocating for economic integration across Africa. The event promotes women's entrepreneurship and highlights Ethiopia's commitment to inclusive economic growth, coinciding with significant economic reforms aimed at fostering private sector development.

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