November 30, 2024
Safaricom Ethiopia announced the launch of its network in Nekemte, Oromia Region, bringing enhanced connectivity and digital financial services to communities in Western Ethiopia.
The expansion in Nekemte is supported by 32 towers with a fiber backbone installed across the city and its surrounding areas. We have also established five distributor shops in the city, creating employment opportunities for 250 residents.
Speaking at the official launch event on November 26, 2024, CEO of Safaricom Ethiopia, Wim Vanhelleputte expressed his excitement: “We are thrilled to extend our network to the vibrant city of Nekemte, marking our first step in expanding services to Western Ethiopia. Following our extensive growth in the East, Nekemte represents a new chapter in our mission to connect communities. With 4G connectivity and M-PESA digital financial services, we aim to empower residents and foster new opportunities in this region.”
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Meseret Tadesse, Speaker of the Nekemte City Council, applauded the initiative, stating: “Our community has faced telecom connectivity challenges over the past few years, which has hindered business and daily life. Safaricom’s presence will significantly improve access to reliable telecom services, creating a foundation for economic growth and new opportunities in Nekemte.”
In addition to network development, we remain dedicated to supporting education and community solidarity. To further these efforts, 20 laptops, 4 Wi-Fi routers, and six months of free unlimited internet worth one million birr was donated to two high schools in Nekemte, fostering digital literacy and learning opportunities.
The launch underscores “our mission to transform lives by leveraging technology for connectivity, education, and economic resilience. As we continue expanding into new regions, we remain committed to driving growth and development across Ethiopia,” the CEO stated.
(Reporter)
Biocon Biologics, Diabetes Africa collab over nurses project in Ethiopia
Biocon subsidiary Biocon Biologics has announced progress in the ‘Embedding Specialist Nurses in Diabetes Care’ project, in collaboration with Diabetes Africa and St Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College in Ethiopia. The first phase focuses on developing a replicable model to upskill nurses as diabetes specialists, enhancing nationwide diabetes care, according to a company statement.
Susheel Umesh, chief commercial officer for emerging markets, Biocon Biologics, said, “At Biocon Biologics, we are proud to support Diabetes Africa’s initiative to address the shortage of trained healthcare professionals to combat diabetes in Ethiopia.”
According to Umesh, the project to train diabetes specialist nurses leverages the combined expertise of diverse stakeholders, including Ethiopia’s Federal Ministry of Health, to create a robust and sustainable ecosystem for diabetes care.
By focusing on upskilling nurses, the initiative aims to integrate diabetes prevention and management into primary healthcare and establish a replicable model for hospitals across Ethiopia. “Our support reflects Biocon Biologics’ unwavering commitment to improving access to high-quality diabetes care and tackling Ethiopia’s growing diabetes challenges,” Umesh said.
Ethiopia, with a 2–3 percent diabetes prevalence rate, ranks among the top four countries in sub-Saharan Africa for adult diabetes cases. Diabetes accounts for nearly 2 percent of all deaths in the country. The shortage of qualified healthcare professionals, combined with the rising prevalence of diabetes, presents a significant health challenge.
Biocon Biologics emphasised its commitment to a multi-year partnership with Diabetes Africa and St Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College to ensure the sustainability of the ‘Embedding Specialist Nurses in Diabetes Care’ program. The program engages various stakeholders, including healthcare facilities, professional associations, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and the Federal Ministry of Health, shaping a curriculum for specialised nurses and advocating for an advanced diabetes degree program to improve care in Ethiopia.
“Diabetes is a global emergency. According to WHO, 800 million adults are affected worldwide, with 90 percent of untreated cases occurring in low- and middle-income countries. Like many countries across the African continent, Ethiopia’s healthcare workforce is predominantly made up of nurses who lead healthcare delivery. St Paul’s experience as a pioneer in this space gives us the confidence that diabetes specialist nurses could be gamechangers. This project is about delivering systemic, sustainable change to address the growing health crisis,” said Bernadette Adeyileka-Tracz, executive director of Diabetes Africa.
Diabetes remains a significant global health issue, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), where it is often only partially diagnosed, treated, and managed. The WHO has identified a significant gap in trained healthcare professionals for diabetes care.
In Ethiopia, Biocon supports this initiative as part of its broader mission to strengthen healthcare systems in LMICs, including improving access to biosimilars in the Philippines and affordable cancer care in Nigeria and Tanzania.
(Business Standard)
Ethiopia population to surpass 150 million in ten years
The total population of Ethiopia is estimated to surpass 150 million after ten years by 2035, a new report shows.
A new report, ‘Population Trends Across the Globe’, published this week by US Census Bureau, shows that the total population of Ethiopia that will be (124.2 million in 2025), is estimated to reach 150.7 million by 2035. The data also revealed that the total population of the neighboring Sudan, which has now around 50 million population is estimated to reach about 66.4 million.
The U.S. Census Bureau produces population estimates and projections for over 200 countries and areas with populations of 5,000 or more that are publicly available on the International Database. These population estimates and projections show population trends that are unique to some countries and others that represent broader global shifts.
The Census Bureau published revised estimates and projections for 34 countries or areas. The updates incorporate new population data and changes in demographic trends. Among them are Côte d’Ivoire, South Korea and Canada.
(New Business Ethiopia)