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KBR Awarded $476M Base Operations Support Contract in Djibouti

HOUSTON, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today it has been awarded a firm fixed price, $476M contract by the U.S. Navy Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) to continue performing Base Operations Support (BOS)...

flynas Celebrates Its First Direct Flight Between Jeddah and Djibouti

Inaugural celebration was held at King Abdulaziz International Airport in the presence of the two countries' ambassadors RIYADH , SAUDI ARABIA, January 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the best...

Supporting a brighter future for Djibouti's youth

UN Volunteers with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) in Djibouti support initiatives that directly impact the future of children. With a quarter of children aged 5 to 17 out of school and 294,000 classified as vulnerable, the volunteer...

Ethiopia Deepens Nuclear Energy Partnership with Russia

(MENAFN) Ethiopia is embarking on a transformative journey in its energy sector through an expanding alliance with Russia in nuclear power development, according to Foreign Minister Gedion Timotheos. During a diplomatic visit to Moscow, Timotheos...

Train Crash Leaves Fourteen Dead, Dozens Injured in Ethiopia

(MENAFN) At least 14 people lost their lives and dozens more sustained injuries in a devastating train collision in eastern Ethiopia, according to local media reports on Tuesday. The tragic incident took place at approximately 2:00 a.m. local time...

FM of Ethiopia emphasizes importance nuclear partnership with Russia

(MENAFN) Ethiopia’s collaboration with Russia in nuclear energy is poised to significantly reshape the country’s energy sector and boost its influence across the region, Foreign Minister Gedion Timotheos said on Tuesday. Speaking after discussions...

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WTO hackathon showcases youth proposals on trade and food security

A shortlist of three finalists competed in Geneva before an expert jury of five WTO ambassadors — from Chile, Djibouti, the Philippines, South Africa and Switzerland. The finalists presented their ideas virtually to the jury and an audience at the...

China begins its Mieso-Dire Dawa Expressway

(MENAFN) Work has commenced on the Mieso-Dire Dawa Expressway, a significant infrastructure initiative forming part of the Ethio-Djibouti Transport Corridor, in Dire Dawa, eastern Ethiopia. At the inauguration event, Ethiopian Deputy Prime...

Minister Dion George: High-Level Ocean of the Future Meeting

Topic: How can the G20 governments work towards energy and trade security through collective action in the sustainable ocean economy (with an emphasis on the just transition in the ocean) Honourable Chairs, Excellencies, Distinguished Delegates,...

Wingu Africa Recognised by Premier Switch Solutions for Enabling Banking Innovation in Ethiopia

Wingu Africa recognised by PSS for delivering mission-critical infrastructure at its Tier III Ethiopia data centre, powering secure financial services. ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, September 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wingu Africa Recognised by...

Wingu Africa Secures $60 Millon Super-Charge East Africa's DigitaI Future

Accelerated rollout of critical digital infrastructure across Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Tanzania supported by Rand Merchant Bank. JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA, June 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wingu Africa, East Africa’s leading...

Rich countries meet only 4% of funds East Africa needs to address climate change -Oxfam

Over 63 million East Africans experienced severe hunger in 2024 and 40% lack access to safe drinking water. East African countries collectively contribute a tiny 0.09% of the global carbon emissions but are some of the worst-hit by the global...

Transforming Connectivity: Ethiopia’s First Internet Exchange Hosted at Wingu Africa

Over a year on, ADDIX, Ethiopia’s first Internet Exchange at Wingu Africa continues to boost speed, reliability & affordability, fuelling digital growth. ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, September 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transforming Connectivity:...

Moscow enhances transport relations with three African countries

(MENAFN) Russia has reached new agreements with Djibouti, Egypt, and Morocco to enhance bilateral cooperation in the transport sector, the Russian Ministry of Transport announced on Monday. The focus will be on developing regulations and...

DG Okonjo-Iweala underscores importance of partnerships to support LDCs

Co-organized by Djibouti, Finland and the Executive Secretariat of the Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF), the event focused on strengthening international partnerships in support of LDC trade and investment priorities. The vision for EIF Phase...

Ambassador Richard Holtzapple assumes duties as the Head of the OSCE Mission to BiH

SARAJEVO, 14 August 2025 - Ambassador Richard (Rick) Holtzapple, a career diplomat with the U.S. Department of State, assumed his duties as the Head of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina on 14 August 2025. Ambassador Holtzapple served as...

Africa Capitalworks invests for sustainable impact

Africa Capitalworks fuels Africa’s growth by backing market leaders in vital sectors, delivering strong returns and lasting social and economic impact. MAURITIUS, August 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Africa Capitalworks invests for sustainable...

African students team win gold medal at biology Olympiad in Sochi

(MENAFN) A team of students from Djibouti has won a gold medal at the Open International Biology Olympiad (OIBO), held at the Russian Sirius Educational Center in Sochi. Representing Djibouti, Hassan Mohamed Seid, Maydoub Ilyas Mohamoud, and...

Kenya: Facts & Figures 2024

Since our humble beginnings in 1974, the Nairobi delegation has grown exponentially. Our operations have expanded to include missions in Djibouti and Tanzania, which have played a crucial role in strategically positioning the delegation in the...