Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Hammer Travels to Uganda and Ethiopia – U.S Department of State 16:04
MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JANUARY 17, 2024 U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Mike Hammer will travel to Kampala and Addis Ababa January 17-24. In Kampala, Ambassador Hammer will attend the 42nd Extraordinary Summit of the Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Assembly Heads of State and Government, focused on the ongoing […]
African Union council expresses ‘deep concern’ about souring relations of Somalia, Ethiopia – Anadolu Agency 15:34
African Union council expresses ‘deep concern’ about souring relations of Somalia, EthiopiaCouncil urge external actors to abide by principle of non-interference in internal affairs of 2 member statesMohamed Dhaysane |17.01.2024 – Update : 17.01.2024 MOGADISHU, SomaliaThe African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) expressed deep concern Wednesday about the ongoing tension between Somalia and […]
Obasanjo to see Ethiopia redeployment amid Somalia tensions The Reporter 13:09
https://mereja.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=336914 News Obasanjo to see Ethiopia redeployment amid Somalia tensions By Ashenafi Endale January 17, 2024 The AU Peace and Security Council has called for the expedited deployment of the High Representative for the Horn of Africa, Olusegun Obasanjo, to facilitate dialogue between Ethiopia and Somalia as diplomatic strains between the two countries deteriorate. The […]
Alarmed over Ethiopia-Somaliland deal, Arab FMs rally behind Somalia, Egypt Al-Monitor 12:28
Somalia denied entry to an Ethiopian flight heading to Somaliland, as a controversial deal signed between the latter and Ethiopia continues to be a source of concern in the region. A meeting of Arab League foreign ministers in Cairo on May 7, 2023. – Khaled Desouki/AFP via Getty Images Beatrice Farhat @beatricefarhat January 17, 2024 The Arab […]
Chartered ET flight denied Hargeisa landing, CEO says commercial flights “unhindered” The Reporter 12:08
NewsChartered ET flight denied Hargeisa landing, CEO says commercial flights “unhindered” Chartered ET flight denied Hargeisa landing, CEO says commercial flights “unhindered” ByStaff Reporter January 17, 2024 Share A chartered Ethiopian Airlines flight destined for Hargeisa, seat of the Somaliland government, was forced to turn back without landing today as tensions between Mogadishu and […]
Ethiopia’s Leap Forward: Reforms in Maternity and Paternity Leave Policies – BNN Breaking 11:59
ETHIOPIA By: Ebenezer Mensah Published: January 17, 2024 at 11:52 am EST Ethiopia, a nation known for its diverse culture and rich history, has instituted a notable reform in its maternity and paternity leave policies. This is a move that signifies a transformation towards gender equality and an amplified focus on the welfare of working parents. […]
Somalia blocks Ethiopian flight to Somaliland amid port dispute – American Journal of Transportation 11:49
By: Mohamed Sheikh Nor and Simon Marks | Jan 17 2024 at 11:49 AM | Air Cargo | Ports & Terminals Somalia’s government denied entry by a flight carrying Ethiopian officials to the breakaway region of Somaliland, ratcheting up tension between the neighboring countries over a proposed port deal. The Somali authorities turned back Ethiopian Airlines flight ET8372 “after it […]
Arab League Condemns Ethiopia-Somaliland Maritime Agreement – BNN Breaking 11:31
AFRICA By: Safak Costu Published: January 17, 2024 at 11:31 am EST Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit has publicly denounced a recent maritime agreement between Ethiopia and Somaliland, branding it a ‘violation of international law.’ This accord, which primarily deals with maritime navigation and cooperation, has been thrust under the spotlight due to its potential […]
The Horn Of Africa States: The Need to Change The Reality Of The Region – OpEd Eurasia Review 11:26
Detail of map of Greater Horn of Africa. Credit: Wikipedia Commons The Horn Of Africa States: The Need to Change The Reality Of The Region – OpEd January 17, 2024 0 Comments By Dr. Suleiman Walhad Each generation of humanity lives in its own world realities. What was considered taboo in the past may become a reality […]
Houthis Respond to US and British Strikes with More Attacks on Red Sea Shipping – Stimson Center 10:58
The Houthis’ increased campaign on the Red Sea has degraded countries economically while pursuing their geopolitical aims in the region By Iason Athanasiadis In Middle East & North Africa There was a sense of déjà vu as British fighter jets took off from a colonial-era Cypriot military base in the early hours of January 11, 2024, to join […]