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4 Sep 2020

Ethiopian New Year Message from the Chargé d’Affaires a.i.

As we welcome the year 2013 in the Ethiopian calendar, on behalf of the Ethiopian Embassy in London, I would like to extend my heartfelt wishes for a peaceful, prosperous and successful new year to all Ethiopians, at home and abroad. I take this opportunity to express my sincere appreciation to the Government and people of the United Kingdom, and…
Ambassador
31 Aug 2020

#DineForEthiopia: PM Abiy launches new national fundraising initiative

Catch up on the latest updates from Ethiopia, and from our mission, in our monthly newsletter. August 2020 Issue.
Newsletter
28 Aug 2020

Ethiopia exports first avocados by train

Europe will soon discover the delicious fruit and vegetables Ethiopia has to offer! On 22nd August, Ethiopia carried out its first export of avocados by train from Modjo Dry Port, under a pilot project forming part of the National Cool Logistics Network. The 24-tonne refrigerated consignment was produced by dozens of farmers in the Koga area, south of Bahir Dar.
Trade and Investment
28 Aug 2020

Ethiopian Airlines unveils Bole International Airport’s new terminal

Ethiopian Airlines has successfully completed a new passenger terminal at its hub Bole International Airport with emphasis on Bio Security and Bio Safety measures. The new terminal is the first in the world to be completed after Covid-19. It was designed, not re-purposed, with Bio safety and Bio security in mind.
Travel
27 Aug 2020

Incident at the Ethiopian Embassy, London

Embassy services were interrupted recently as a result of violent protests by a small group who harassed both Embassy staff and customers who had arrived to apply for visas and other services. One of our staff was injured and received hospital treatment. As of August 26, the Embassy resumed regular services and all staff are working as it is now…
Press Release
24 Aug 2020

Full 2020 London Marathon fields confirmed – Ethiopians dominate

The Virgin Money London Marathon confirmed the full fields for the historic elite men’s and women’s races, scheduled to take place on Sunday 4th October. Ten Ethiopians will participate including Kenenisa Bekele, Tamirat Tola and Roza Dereje. 
Sports
19 Aug 2020

Prime Minister Abiy officially launches “Dine for Ethiopia” fundraising programme

On 16th August, Ethiopia’s prosperity initiatives went regional. The ‘Dine for Ethiopia’ programme was launched to mobilise funds for three projects - in Gorgora, Wonchi and Koysha. The new initiative aims to raise 3 billion Birr within two months. Business and the community at large can buy tickets individually or for their family, or company. It is open to all,…
Diaspora
17 Aug 2020

Ethiopia hits 5 billion trees target as part of 2020 Green Legacy

Despite the global pandemic, Ethiopia has successfully planted 5 billion trees - a month ahead of the conclusion of the rainy season - as part of the 2020 Green Legacy Initiative. At the closing ceremony, held in Bahir Dar on 12 August, PM Abiy Ahmed thanked all Ethiopians for actively responding to the call for the greening campaign.
News