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Addis Ababa: President Sahlework Zewde has emphasized the importance of strengthening the ongoing endeavors for having women in leadership positions through quality training. Presidential Leadership Program for Women Leaders in Ethiopia organized jointly by UN Women Ethiopia, the Ministry of Women and Social Affairs and the Office of the President with the objective of creating the platform for networking, cross learning and knowledge-sharing among women leaders that are part of the six rounds of presidential leadership training closed today. Addressing the closing ceremony, President Sahlework said the training is instrumental to realize the ambition of having competent women and empowering them into high-level leadership roles. The training has been given for about 180 mid-level women leadership from various parts of the country, representing the government institutions, civil society organizations, and from the private sector during the first six rounds of the program. According to the president, the t raining has further prioritized how to encourage women, supporting them in a concrete manner, and creating opportunities that would help them to maximize their role in the country's leadership. Minister of Women and Social Affairs Ergogie Tesfaye said on her part, the government of Ethiopia is working to ensure the inclusive participation and benefit of women by designing legal frameworks and strategies. In this regard, the Ministry of Women and Social Affairs in collaboration with other pertinent stakeholders is working to ensure the inclusive engagement and benefit of women based on the 10-year development plan of the country, Ergogie indicated. The minister stated that providing capacity building training with the target of increasing the role of women in leadership and decision making is one of the plans for the ongoing budget year. The recent mid-level women leadership training is part of the plan, she pointed out. Ergogie affirmed the commitment of her ministry to consolidate the provision of such significant capacity-building training programs for women in collaboration with other stakeholders. Chair of the Women Caucus at the House of Peoples Representatives of Ethiopia Kimiya Jundi on her part said that acquiring all-round knowledge for women is essential to overcome challenges at the national, continental and global level these days. The chair stressed the need for the continuity of giving the training to develop effective and succeeding women leadership to realize Ethiopia's development and prosperity. The training was organized with the financial support of Bill and Melinda Gates foundation and UN Women Ethiopia, it was learned. Source: Ethiopian News Agency

Addis Ababa: Prosperity Party (PP) Vice President Adem Frah said that his ruling party has delivered on its promises through the effective execution of the national mega projects. Addis Ababa Prosperity Party's members forum was held at the newly built Adwa Victory Memorial under the theme: 'Putting Words into Action for the Ethiopian Prosperity'. In his keynote address to the forum, Vice President of PP Adem underlined that the party has carried out extensive and successful activities in a few years. He stated that under the leadership of the Prosperity Party, Ethiopia has achieved great success in all-round development activities following the implementation of the Homegrown Economic Reform Program. In particular, Adem mentioned the ongoing massive development activities that have been carried out to make the capital Addis Ababa modern and comfortable for living. Therefore, these huge development projects being executed have proved that the incumbent government is successfully putting words into action s, Adem elaborated. He further mentioned that efforts are being made to make Addis Ababa a showcase of the national success story narrative, he said, adding that the ruling party will work diligently to respond to the questions raised by the public in various forums. The vice president also stressed the need for strengthening internal party discipline, unity, solidarity and brotherhood among the party members. On her part, Mayor of Addis Ababa City Administration Adanech Abiebie said He stated that the multifaceted development and modernization activities being carried out in Addis Ababa are even receiving appreciation internationally. Given the massive infrastructure development in Addis, the mayor also underscored that there is sufficient evidence that these projects have been changing the face of the city and increased its economic and social activities. Adanech who is also the executive committee member of Prosperity Party elaborated that the ruling Prosperity Party passed through difficulties over t he last years. She revealed that the party has overcome challenges due to the persistence of its political goals and principles. She added that the multifaceted successes that PP has recorded will provide inspiration and motivation to realize the party's future ambition Source: Ethiopian News Agency

Addis Ababa: Spain's Ambassador to Ethiopia Guillermo Antonio Lopez Mac-Lelan highlighted stronger existing cooperation between the two countries and emphasized further collaboration in various fields. Recall the newly appointed Spanish Ambassador to Ethiopia presented his credentials to President Sahlework Zewde on 14th March 2024. During the occasion, the ambassador conveyed a message of friendship from the Spanish government and His Majesty, King Philippe VI to President Sahlework. It was stated that the massage underscores the positive spirit of the bilateral relationship between Ethiopia and Spain. Approached by ENA, the newly appointed ambassador noted that Spain and Ethiopia have been enjoying a very good relationship and his country is actively supporting Ethiopia's development endeavors. More importantly, Ambassador Mac-Lelan expressed the commitment of Spain to further consolidate its cooperation with Ethiopia in the spheres of women empowerment, environmental protection and healthcare. 'We are working together on women's empowerment in various regions. We are also seeking collaboration in the field of specialized healthcare in different hospitals around Ethiopia, and finally in our common fight against climate change,' he elaborated. Moreover, the ambassador sees tremendous potential between Ethiopia and Spain for expanded cooperation in the global arena. 'I think we have many things to work on, especially at the United Nations (UN) level that would be instrumental to improving the system of international governance,' he said, adding, 'And also as a member of the European Union, we can play our role for having a more integrated approach in our relationships.' The ambassador recalled that the long-standing relationship between the two countries goes back decades, noting Spain's presence in Ethiopia since the early 1960s Source: Ethiopian News Agency

Addis Ababa: Spain's Ambassador to Ethiopia Guillermo Antonio Lopez Mac-Lelan highlighted stronger existing cooperation between the two countries and emphasized further collaboration in various fields. Recall the newly appointed Spanish Ambassador to Ethiopia presented his credentials to President Sahlework Zewde on 14th March 2024. During the occasion, the ambassador conveyed a message of friendship from the Spanish government and His Majesty, King Philippe VI to President Sahlework. It was stated that the massage underscores the positive spirit of the bilateral relationship between Ethiopia and Spain. Approached by ENA, the newly appointed ambassador noted that Spain and Ethiopia have been enjoying a very good relationship and his country is actively supporting Ethiopia's development endeavors. More importantly, Ambassador Mac-Lelan expressed the commitment of Spain to further consolidate its cooperation with Ethiopia in the spheres of women empowerment, environmental protection and healthcare. 'We are working together on women's empowerment in various regions. We are also seeking collaboration in the field of specialized healthcare in different hospitals around Ethiopia, and finally in our common fight against climate change,' he elaborated. Moreover, the ambassador sees tremendous potential between Ethiopia and Spain for expanded cooperation in the global arena. 'I think we have many things to work on, especially at the United Nations (UN) level that would be instrumental to improving the system of international governance,' he said, adding, 'And also as a member of the European Union, we can play our role for having a more integrated approach in our relationships.' The ambassador recalled that the long-standing relationship between the two countries goes back decades, noting Spain's presence in Ethiopia since the early 1960s Source: Ethiopian News Agency Mr Justin Kodua Frimpong, the General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has inaugurated the Western North Regional campaign and working committees for the 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary elections. He charged the committee members to work closely with all stakeholders to ensure victory for the NPP in December. He said the rank and file of the party must be united and work towards achieving the party's aim of 'breaking the eight'. Dr Kwaku Afriyie, the Member of Parliament for Wiawso Constituency, noted that the internal competition was over and asked members to bury their differences and remain focused on the party's ideologies to retain power. Mr Salam Mustapha, the NPP National Youth Organiser, asked party supporters to adopt good campaign strategies to persuade the electorate to vote massively for the NPP come December 7, 2024. Mr Benjamin Armah, the NPP Western North Regional Chairman, also the chairperson for the regional campaign team, called for unity among members and asked the team to take the upcoming limited voters registration exercise seriously and encourage the youth to register. The General Secretary was accompanied by Alhaji Masawudu Osman, Third National Vice Chairman among others. Source: Ghana News Agency

Addis Ababa: Spain's Ambassador to Ethiopia Guillermo Antonio Lopez Mac-Lelan highlighted stronger existing cooperation between the two countries and emphasized further collaboration in various fields. Recall the newly appointed Spanish Ambassador to Ethiopia presented his credentials to President Sahlework Zewde on 14th March 2024. During the occasion, the ambassador conveyed a message of friendship from the Spanish government and His Majesty, King Philippe VI to President Sahlework. It was stated that the massage underscores the positive spirit of the bilateral relationship between Ethiopia and Spain. Approached by ENA, the newly appointed ambassador noted that Spain and Ethiopia have been enjoying a very good relationship and his country is actively supporting Ethiopia's development endeavors. More importantly, Ambassador Mac-Lelan expressed the commitment of Spain to further consolidate its cooperation with Ethiopia in the spheres of women empowerment, environmental protection and healthcare. 'We are working together on women's empowerment in various regions. We are also seeking collaboration in the field of specialized healthcare in different hospitals around Ethiopia, and finally in our common fight against climate change,' he elaborated. Moreover, the ambassador sees tremendous potential between Ethiopia and Spain for expanded cooperation in the global arena. 'I think we have many things to work on, especially at the United Nations (UN) level that would be instrumental to improving the system of international governance,' he said, adding, 'And also as a member of the European Union, we can play our role for having a more integrated approach in our relationships.' The ambassador recalled that the long-standing relationship between the two countries goes back decades, noting Spain's presence in Ethiopia since the early 1960s Source: Ethiopian News Agency Mr Justin Kodua Frimpong, the General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has inaugurated the Western North Regional campaign and working committees for the 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary elections. He charged the committee members to work closely with all stakeholders to ensure victory for the NPP in December. He said the rank and file of the party must be united and work towards achieving the party's aim of 'breaking the eight'. Dr Kwaku Afriyie, the Member of Parliament for Wiawso Constituency, noted that the internal competition was over and asked members to bury their differences and remain focused on the party's ideologies to retain power. Mr Salam Mustapha, the NPP National Youth Organiser, asked party supporters to adopt good campaign strategies to persuade the electorate to vote massively for the NPP come December 7, 2024. Mr Benjamin Armah, the NPP Western North Regional Chairman, also the chairperson for the regional campaign team, called for unity among members and asked the team to take the upcoming limited voters registration exercise seriously and encourage the youth to register. The General Secretary was accompanied by Alhaji Masawudu Osman, Third National Vice Chairman among others. Source: Ghana News Agency Tunis: A sheperd in his early thirties suffered wounds when a landmine exploded on Sunday in the closed military zone of Mount Mghila, on the side of Ain Zayan in the delegation of Sbiba (governorate of Kasserine), eyewitnesses told TAP. He was taken to the Kasserine local hospital, they said. Source: Agence Tunis Afrique Presse