Asnaketch Worku 'Ethiopia's Edith Piaf' 13 November 2014 Last updated at 19:32 GMT A new film looks at the life of the Ethiopian singer, actor and dancer Asnaketch Worku, who the film's director calls "Ethiopia's Edith Piaf". Rachael Samuel's new film is called Asni and focuses on the life of the musician. Asnaketch was deemed very controversial in the Ethiopia of the 1950s and 60s, which was a very conservative country at the time. Sophie Ikenye reports.Thursday, November 13, 2014
በአርቲስት አስናቀች ወርቁ ሂዎት ላይ የተመሰረተ ታሪካዊ ፊልም ተሰራ
Asnaketch Worku 'Ethiopia's Edith Piaf' 13 November 2014 Last updated at 19:32 GMT A new film looks at the life of the Ethiopian singer, actor and dancer Asnaketch Worku, who the film's director calls "Ethiopia's Edith Piaf". Rachael Samuel's new film is called Asni and focuses on the life of the musician. Asnaketch was deemed very controversial in the Ethiopia of the 1950s and 60s, which was a very conservative country at the time. Sophie Ikenye reports.
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
ሳንድያጎ መንገድ ላይ ለማኟ ነፍሰጡር ውሃ የመሰለ መርሰዲስ መኪና ባለቤት ሆና ተገኘች::
Wednesday, November 12, 2014 06:15AM
SAN DIEGO, CA -- A pregnant woman and her young son seen begging for money in a San Diego shopping center parking lot were caught driving off in a Mercedes-Benz.
Melissa Smith told sister station KGTV she saw the panhandler and her son at Eastlake Village Center every weekend for two months. The woman's boyfriend would join them on the weekend, she said.
"I felt bad. There's a pregnant lady with a little boy who is down on her luck," Smith said.
The woman would hold a cardboard sign that said "please help," and plenty of people did.
"Lots of people gave them money. Probably five people in five minutes gave them money," Smith said.
Smith said she was getting gas when she saw the couple at the usual spot.
"They were leaving and I noticed they went into a Mercedes Benz. I thought, 'Wow, a Mercedes Benz?'" said Smith, who noted the car appeared to be new.
Smith shook her head and got in her car to drive away.
"Lo and behold, they were in front of us. Here they are counting money, laughing. Their little boy is not in a car seat or a seat belt. He's all the way in the front seat with them," Smith said.
Smith watched them drive to a McDonald's at another plaza on Bonita Road.
"She sits there with the sign. He goes (and) parks the Mercedes. They put up the sign and not less than five minutes, here she is getting money from all these people," Smith said.
Smith took pictures of the woman and boy at the new location. The woman spotted her, got angry and started yelling, Smith said.
"Next thing I know, she picked up this big boulder," Smith said, "I don't know if pregnant people can do that, but it was pretty big over her head and coming at me with this rock."
Another witness saw the entire incident and called 911.
"She grabs her little boy and takes off through the middle of the parking lot," Smith said.
A Chula Vista Police Department spokesman told KGTV that the couple had left before they arrived. Smith gave police the license plate number to the Mercedez-Benz.
That license plate number led to an Encinitas apartment complex called Encinitas Heights Apartments. Residents said rent is $2,500 a month.
The resident of the Encinitas home responded to KGTV's requests for comment, but said she had just moved in. The couple living there before had recently picked up and left.
Smith said she wants people to know about this couple before they find a new place to panhandle with whom she believes to be their son.
"I feel bad. Don't give these people money. They don't need it. They're driving a Benz," Smith said.
KGTV contributed to this report.
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Emirates offers free tourists visa to Dubai for Ethiopians
Emirates offers free tourists visa to Dubai for Ethiopians
Commenting on the offer, Emirates Country Manager for Ethiopia Temima Kemal said: “As Emirates, we always aim to offer our customers value for money. With this offer, customers who book with us for travel to Dubai from Addis Ababa within the specified period, will get a free UAE visa and save on that cost. In addition, they will experience Emirates famous and award-winning products and services on route to visit one of the world’s most iconic cities.”
Dubai, known as a city of contrasts – from futuristic architecture to
vibrant traditional culture and diversity, it’s a place that offers an
exciting and diverse travel experience.“From views from the world’s tallest tower, beaches, desert landscapes and shopping at some of the largest malls in the region, including Dubai Mall, to the world’s largest. There is also an array of dining options which will spoil anyone for choice. Accommodation ranges from iconic hotels such the Burj Al Arab and Armani Hotel to a wide range of three star and four star hotels to suit all budgets,” said Ms. Kemal.
Each visa is valid for one month and is not renewable. Each return ticket to Dubai booked through Emirates is eligible for the free visa. Customers can purchase the ticket and apply for the tourist visa at their travel agents or by visiting Emirates ticketing counters located in the in Ethiopia.
Emirates established operations in Ethiopia in March 2006. Currently, the airline flies daily from Bole International Airport to Dubai, and onward to more than 140 destinations in 81 countries across six continents, and it’s the world’s largest operator of Boeing 777 and A380 aircraft.
EK 723 departs Dubai International Airport every day at 1030hrs and arrives at the Bole International Airport at 1330hrs. The return flight, EK 724, leaves Bole International Airport at 1610 hrs and lands in Dubai at 2120 hrs.
On Addis Ababa - Dubai route customers on board will experience Emirates award winning ice entertainment system, which offers hundreds of channels of audio and visual entertainment, while enjoying gourmet cuisine, and the service and hospitality from Emirates’ multi-national cabin crew. Emirates also offers generous baggage allowances across all classes, with 50 kg for First Class, 40 kg for Business Class and 30 kg for Economy Class.
Monday, November 10, 2014
Uganda 3-0 Ethiopia
The Cranes saw off Ethiopia’s Walya Antelopes 3-0 in an international friendly match played Namboole on Sunday.
Goals from Geoffrey Massa, Yunus Sentamu and Farouk Miya ensured the victory which saw the Cranes dominate almost in all aspects.
Kawowo Sports’ Ismael Kiyonga caught the game and rates each Ugandan player that featured in the game. The rating is based on statistics and player’s contribution to the victory.
Robert Odongkara 6.0: Had less to contend with as Ethiopia didn’t threaten his goal but made a brilliant save with his feet when the game was still level.
Isaac Isinde 6.0: Started at right back and offered less going forward plus he looked un assured defensively. Later changed to centre back with a few changes midway the second half.
Brian Majwega 6.0: Deployed at left back and gave his best and struggled against Yusuf Saleh whenever the Ethiopian had possession. Offensively, he let in two dangerous crosses which resulted into corners.
Richard Kasagga 5.0: Read the game well but a lapse in concentration on two occasions almost gave the visitors’ a goal as he was beaten by the skilled Saleh.
Savio Kabugo 7.0: He organised his backline well and made a few necessary clearances. He initiated a few moves from the backline.
Tonny Mawejje 5.0: He started the game in a brilliant fashion dictating the tempo with his long and short range passes but faded as the game went on.
Miya Farouk 8.0: A spirited performance from the Vipers’ midfielder. His first touch appeared to have improved and his passing was nice. Beat his men easily and his industry saw him grab a goal.
Mike Sserumaga 7.0: He made a brilliant return to the national team hitting three shots on target and creating two chances for the strikers.
Moses Oloya 6.5: Beat opponents with easy as usual with his trade mark trickery but his final pass is still wanting. Involved in both the first and third goal though.
Yunus Sentamu 8.0: Scored a striker’s goal with a good tap in from close range and gave the Ethiopian defence a torrid time on and off the ball. His movement was also fantastic.
Geoffrey Massa 8.0: Missed a penalty at the death of half time but made amends seconds later with the opener. Assisted Sentamu’s goal and was also involved in Miya’s goal. Captain fantastic he was on the day.
Substitutes:
Jamal Salim 6.0: Made his debut replacing Odongkara after recess and easily collected what the Ethiopians threw at him. His ball distribution and command of the backline was also okay.
Julius Ntambi 5.0: Returned to the team for the first time since CHAN and looked decent though he carelessly gave away possession twice.
Keziron Kizito 5.0: A brilliant prospect of a midfield gem but his decision making is ought to improve. Otherwise, he is a technically gifted player if well nurtured.
Habib Kavuma 5.0: Another returnee to the national team fold after some time out and his 15 minutes on the pitch saw the team maintain its clean sheet. Threatened the other end with a good shot which went inches wide.
Hassan Wasswa 5.0: Still looks overweight but his big frame bullied the Ethiopians.
Robert Ssentongo 5.0: The UPL leading scorer came on with over an hour gone and did well despite not getting on the score sheet.
Goals from Geoffrey Massa, Yunus Sentamu and Farouk Miya ensured the victory which saw the Cranes dominate almost in all aspects.
Kawowo Sports’ Ismael Kiyonga caught the game and rates each Ugandan player that featured in the game. The rating is based on statistics and player’s contribution to the victory.
Robert Odongkara 6.0: Had less to contend with as Ethiopia didn’t threaten his goal but made a brilliant save with his feet when the game was still level.
Isaac Isinde 6.0: Started at right back and offered less going forward plus he looked un assured defensively. Later changed to centre back with a few changes midway the second half.
Brian Majwega 6.0: Deployed at left back and gave his best and struggled against Yusuf Saleh whenever the Ethiopian had possession. Offensively, he let in two dangerous crosses which resulted into corners.
Richard Kasagga 5.0: Read the game well but a lapse in concentration on two occasions almost gave the visitors’ a goal as he was beaten by the skilled Saleh.
Savio Kabugo 7.0: He organised his backline well and made a few necessary clearances. He initiated a few moves from the backline.
Tonny Mawejje 5.0: He started the game in a brilliant fashion dictating the tempo with his long and short range passes but faded as the game went on.
Miya Farouk 8.0: A spirited performance from the Vipers’ midfielder. His first touch appeared to have improved and his passing was nice. Beat his men easily and his industry saw him grab a goal.
Mike Sserumaga 7.0: He made a brilliant return to the national team hitting three shots on target and creating two chances for the strikers.
Moses Oloya 6.5: Beat opponents with easy as usual with his trade mark trickery but his final pass is still wanting. Involved in both the first and third goal though.
Yunus Sentamu 8.0: Scored a striker’s goal with a good tap in from close range and gave the Ethiopian defence a torrid time on and off the ball. His movement was also fantastic.
Geoffrey Massa 8.0: Missed a penalty at the death of half time but made amends seconds later with the opener. Assisted Sentamu’s goal and was also involved in Miya’s goal. Captain fantastic he was on the day.
Substitutes:
Jamal Salim 6.0: Made his debut replacing Odongkara after recess and easily collected what the Ethiopians threw at him. His ball distribution and command of the backline was also okay.
Julius Ntambi 5.0: Returned to the team for the first time since CHAN and looked decent though he carelessly gave away possession twice.
Keziron Kizito 5.0: A brilliant prospect of a midfield gem but his decision making is ought to improve. Otherwise, he is a technically gifted player if well nurtured.
Habib Kavuma 5.0: Another returnee to the national team fold after some time out and his 15 minutes on the pitch saw the team maintain its clean sheet. Threatened the other end with a good shot which went inches wide.
Hassan Wasswa 5.0: Still looks overweight but his big frame bullied the Ethiopians.
Robert Ssentongo 5.0: The UPL leading scorer came on with over an hour gone and did well despite not getting on the score sheet.
Over 100 Chinese enterprises participating in Expo in Ethiopia
ቻይኖች ምን አዩብን?
ADDIS ABABA: More than 100 Chinese companies are participating in an expo dubbed 2014 (Africa) China Commodities, Technology & Services Expo displaying Chinese products in Ethiopia’s capital Addis Ababa.
The Expo has been organized by the Chinese Ministry of Commerce with a view of enhancing business cooperation between China, Ethiopia, and other African nations.
The three-day Expo on Nov. 10-12 is concurring with China- Ethiopia Industry & Commerce Cooperation Forum, which is expected to provide face-to-face communications opportunities for exhibitors and purchasers as well as a platform for information and technology exchanges.
The Expo is expected to promote sound development of bilateral and multilateral business relations.
Speaking at the opening of the Expo, Xie Xiaoyan, Chinese Ambassador to Ethiopia, said the Expo helps further promote the exchanges and cooperation between the business communities from China, Ethiopia, and other African nations.
Xie stated that China and Ethiopia have been strengthening their overall cooperation and friendship.
He said the two countries have been enjoying strong economy and trade bilateral cooperation.
“Our countries have made many fruitful achievements through cooperation in politics, economy, trade, culture, education science and technology etcetera. Ethiopia is China’s important strategic partner in Africa,” said the ambassador.
Xie recalled that Chinese Premier Li Keqiang made visits to African countries including Ethiopia in May this year and that the Premier proposed six areas to actively promote cooperation between China and Africa.
The Premier proposed to actively promote cooperation in six areas including, industry, finance, poverty reduction, environmental protection, cultural exchanges and peace and security, said the ambassador.
The ambassador said the 2014 (Africa) China Commodities, Technology & Services Expo would contribute share to further strengthen the cooperation and relations between businesses in China and Africa.
Tadesse Haile, Ethiopian State Minister of Industry, noted that Ethiopia and China are enjoying excellent bilateral relations.
The two countries share many interlinked and similar ideas towards accelerated and sustainable economic development, said the State Minister.
He stated that Ethiopia is in the last year of the implementation period of the five-year growth and transformation plan (GTP) and heading to the second GTP whereby the country lays strong foundation to transform its economy to achieve the middle- income economy status by the year 2025 through accelerated and sustainable economic development.
The State Minister noted that his country draws lesson from China, which the official called on to further strengthen cooperation in infrastructure and industrial development towards competitive and sustainable economic development.
As Ethiopia makes endeavor to transform its economy, Tadesse said “emphasis will be given to the development of various infrastructures, infrastructural activities such as roads, railway, telecom, power and human resource development.”
Tadesse also noted that the Expo would be a platform for business and cooperation between China and Africa.
“The rapid development of China has provided unprecedented opportunity for Ethiopia and Africa; and we need to capitalize on this,” he said.
ADDIS ABABA: More than 100 Chinese companies are participating in an expo dubbed 2014 (Africa) China Commodities, Technology & Services Expo displaying Chinese products in Ethiopia’s capital Addis Ababa.
The Expo has been organized by the Chinese Ministry of Commerce with a view of enhancing business cooperation between China, Ethiopia, and other African nations.
The three-day Expo on Nov. 10-12 is concurring with China- Ethiopia Industry & Commerce Cooperation Forum, which is expected to provide face-to-face communications opportunities for exhibitors and purchasers as well as a platform for information and technology exchanges.
The Expo is expected to promote sound development of bilateral and multilateral business relations.
Speaking at the opening of the Expo, Xie Xiaoyan, Chinese Ambassador to Ethiopia, said the Expo helps further promote the exchanges and cooperation between the business communities from China, Ethiopia, and other African nations.
Xie stated that China and Ethiopia have been strengthening their overall cooperation and friendship.
He said the two countries have been enjoying strong economy and trade bilateral cooperation.
“Our countries have made many fruitful achievements through cooperation in politics, economy, trade, culture, education science and technology etcetera. Ethiopia is China’s important strategic partner in Africa,” said the ambassador.
Xie recalled that Chinese Premier Li Keqiang made visits to African countries including Ethiopia in May this year and that the Premier proposed six areas to actively promote cooperation between China and Africa.
The Premier proposed to actively promote cooperation in six areas including, industry, finance, poverty reduction, environmental protection, cultural exchanges and peace and security, said the ambassador.
The ambassador said the 2014 (Africa) China Commodities, Technology & Services Expo would contribute share to further strengthen the cooperation and relations between businesses in China and Africa.
Tadesse Haile, Ethiopian State Minister of Industry, noted that Ethiopia and China are enjoying excellent bilateral relations.
The two countries share many interlinked and similar ideas towards accelerated and sustainable economic development, said the State Minister.
He stated that Ethiopia is in the last year of the implementation period of the five-year growth and transformation plan (GTP) and heading to the second GTP whereby the country lays strong foundation to transform its economy to achieve the middle- income economy status by the year 2025 through accelerated and sustainable economic development.
The State Minister noted that his country draws lesson from China, which the official called on to further strengthen cooperation in infrastructure and industrial development towards competitive and sustainable economic development.
As Ethiopia makes endeavor to transform its economy, Tadesse said “emphasis will be given to the development of various infrastructures, infrastructural activities such as roads, railway, telecom, power and human resource development.”
Tadesse also noted that the Expo would be a platform for business and cooperation between China and Africa.
“The rapid development of China has provided unprecedented opportunity for Ethiopia and Africa; and we need to capitalize on this,” he said.
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