Impressive: Africa dominates the global economic growth table.
12 of the 20 fastest growing are African. In fact 2nd, 3rd & 4th are all African: Ethiopia, Guinea, Uganda.
Surprisingly, several large African economies not in the top 20 (yet) including South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana.
Data: IMF Apr 2026
Graph: @AfridigestHQ
Kudos to Ethiopian police for arresting members of an alleged people smuggling ring responsible for trafficking 3,000 victims from East African nations, imprisoning them in Libya, and torturing many. This will only stop when region's economy improves.
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I express my sorrow over the loss of the lives of our citizens who died due to the sudden landslide disaster that occurred as a result of the Belg rains in Gacho Baba and other districts of the Gamo Zone in the South Ethiopia Region. The government will continue to provide the necessary support to our affected fellow citizens. Appropriate studies and work must also be carried out to resolve the problem in a sustainable manner. Preventive measures are also necessary.
Sorry to see Prez Trump involve US (again) in Ethiopia/Egypt Nile dispute. Best to let two nations work it out as no outsider will be truly objective - this applies to US as well, with a bias towards Egypt. Trying to force a solution will only result in long-term resentment.
Le Président de la Commission de l’Union africaine, Son Excellence Mahmoud Ali Youssouf adresse ses chaleureuses félicitations à Son Excellence Faustin-Archange Touadéra Président de la République Centrafricaine à l’occasion de sa réélection à la magistrature suprême.
Le Président de la Commission salue les progrès notables accomplis par la République centrafricaine, sous le leadership du Chef de l’État, en matière de sécurité, de relèvement post-conflit et de développement économique durable, notamment à travers le Plan national de développement (2024-2028), l’amélioration progressive de la situation sécuritaire, la mise en œuvre du processus de désarmement, démobilisation, réintégration et rapatriement (DDR/R) des groupes armés, ainsi que le redéploiement de l’autorité de l’État sur une partie croissante du territoire national.
Ces avancées s’inscrivent dans la mise en œuvre de l’Accord politique pour la paix et la réconciliation en République centrafricaine et traduisent la détermination des autorités centrafricaines à consolider durablement la paix et la stabilité.
Il félicite également le peuple centrafricain pour sa mobilisation et son attachement au processus politique, témoignant de sa volonté de consolider la paix, la stabilité et les institutions républicaines, conformément aux aspirations de l’Agenda 2063 et de l’initiative Faire taire les armes.
Le Président de la Commission encourage les autorités centrafricaines à persévérer dans les efforts visant à la sécurisation durable de l’ensemble du territoire national, à la consolidation d’une démocratie apaisée, ainsi qu’au renforcement du vivre-ensemble et de la réconciliation nationale.
Il réaffirme enfin la pleine disponibilité de la Commission de l’Union africaine à accompagner la République centrafricaine, en étroite collaboration avec les partenaires régionaux et internationaux, afin de soutenir les efforts engagés et permettre au pays de réaliser pleinement son potentiel au service de la paix, du développement et du bien-être de son peuple.
Lire @ https://t.co/VyPw99ZlL6
Thank you @ishowspeedsui for showing the spectacular night view of Addis Abeba from the roof top of the 47-story building of the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia and the headquarters of our Investment Bank @CBECapitalSC.
Addis’ skylight now looks like New York, Dubai & Shanghai!
Breaking News ‼️
USA Believes Assab Belongs to Ethiopia:
The United States just sent a clear and powerful message to the world about who truly owns the Port of Assab.
During U.S. AFRICOM Commander General Michael Langley's visit to Ethiopia, he deliberately displayed the correct map of Ethiopia—one that includes Assab as Ethiopian territory in his short video message.
This was no accident. Watch the clip closely: the choice of map speaks louder than any official statement. Washington has made its position unmistakable.
The footage captures the moment with crystal clarity: as Langley outlines AFRICOM's counterterrorism partnerships and regional stability efforts, the map behind him stands as a bold visual endorsement. No words needed—the image alone reinforces America's commitment to Ethiopia's territorial integrity and counters narratives from rival actors in the Horn of Africa. Scrutinize the clip; it's a masterclass in diplomatic messaging.
During our review in Gondar City, we assessed the progress of the Megech Irrigation Development Project. The project encompasses a total area of 870 hectares and is expected to irrigate approximately 17,000 hectares of land. It has now reached an important stage with the successful completion of a key milestone—the river diversion. The remaining activities are progressing on schedule, and once the Megech dam is completed, the irrigation benefits are expected to significantly enhance the area’s agricultural productivity.
Breaking News ‼️
On October 29, 2025, the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) issued a letter addressed to H.E. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, and H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission.
In the letter, the TPLF falsely accused Ethiopian Prime Minister H.E. Dr. Abiy Ahmed of undermining the Pretoria Agreement by misrepresenting his October 28, 2025, remarks—taking them out of context. The TPLF claimed the Prime Minister stated he had negotiated only with three of the seven individual negotiators rather than with the TPLF as an organization, thereby contradicting the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (COHA) signed in Pretoria on November 2, 2022. The TPLF cited this as evidence of the federal government's non-implementation of key provisions, contributing to the "waning" promise of peace under the agreement.
Regarding the Red Sea
We believe that the Red Sea issue is a legal, historical, geographical, and economic matter that must be approached calmly and thoughtfully. When we ask who decided to deprive Ethiopia of access to the Red Sea, it is clear that institutions were not involved. It is therefore appropriate to question who made such a vital decision. Ethiopia cannot exist in isolation. Our message to our neighbours is that as Ethiopia grows, it will serve as a source of development and prosperity for the entire region. What we seek is shared growth and mutual progress.
#PMAbiyResponds
#PMOEthiopia
In another recent interview on EBC English with Ato Shiferaw I discuss Ethiopia's need for port access, the GERD's economic importance, and other "hot button" Horn of Africa issues. A Bottom line-no one can benefit from a renewed interstate conflict.
https://t.co/mCQTaeY2MB