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Ethiopian Team won first place at Africa Technology Competition

Ethiopian Team won first place at Africa Technology Competition

The Ethiopian team won first place in the Huawei Tech4Good  regional competition held in Morocco The Huawei Seeds for the Future 2024 Training Program was held in Morocco (Essaouira) from July 3rd to July 9, 2024. This training involved 17 African countries (East, North, West, and Central Africa). Ten Ethiopian students from eight universities were given the opportunity to participate in the training. The students have been trained in cutting-edge technology before competing in the Tech4Good global project. Students were divided into 28 groups and developed projects for competition; Team Ethiopia, which included five students, won first place, followed by…
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Boeing and FASESA Graduate 300 Space Program Students in Africa

Boeing and FASESA Graduate 300 Space Program Students in Africa

The first cohort of the Pathways to Space program, an educational initiative organized by the Future African Space Explorers STEM Academy (FASESA) and Boeing [NYSE:BA], celebrated their graduation on July 10, 2024, in Ethiopia. Over five months of immersive learning, 312 students from 63 schools across Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Tanzania, including 50% girls, developed a keen interest in the space industry, shaping their career aspirations. Pascal Chidozi, a 16-year-old graduate from Nigeria, shared his experience: "Participating in the Pathways to Space program has been a life-changing experience for me. Building payloads, testing them, and learning about satellite operations has deepened…
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Ten Ethiopian selected for Seeds for the Future 2024 Program

Ten Ethiopian selected for Seeds for the Future 2024 Program

Huawei hosted a farewell event for the Ethiopian students who will be attending the Huawei Seeds for the Future 2024 training program. The program will be held in Morocco from July 1st to 10th, 2024, and ten students from Ethiopia’s eight public universities will attend. During the occasion, Solomon Soka, state minister to the Ministry of Labor and Skills, mentioned that such information and communication technology training helps young generations develop their skills and knowledge in the field, enhancing their career prospects and opening up new job opportunities. He also acknowledged Huawei for providing such skill-boosting training annually. Huawei East…
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Introducing the Ultimate Smartphone for Photography: Meet the TECNO CAMON 30 Pro 5G

Introducing the Ultimate Smartphone for Photography: Meet the TECNO CAMON 30 Pro 5G

In the dynamic world of smartphone technology, TECNO continues to push the envelope with its latest release, the CAMON 30 Pro 5G. This cutting-edge device is designed to redefine mobile photography, offering a host of features that promise to elevate your visual storytelling to new heights. The CAMON 30 Pro 5G sets a new standard for night photography with the revolutionary Sony IMX890 50MP OIS main camera. Capture the poetry of the night with Sony's flagship imaging marvel, designed to bring the beauty of nocturnal scenes to your fingertips. With a super-large aperture and state-of-the-art optical stabilization technology, you can…
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Mobile World Congress summit kicks off in Shanghai

Mobile World Congress summit kicks off in Shanghai

Huawei is attending MWC Shanghai 2024 under the banner of "Advancing the Intelligent World" and offering "Commercial 5G-A Experience Tours". At its booth in SNIEC Hall N1, Huawei is showcasing its latest products and solutions that support both commercial 5G-A deployment and AI devices required for the mobile AI era. Huawei has also announced that it has successfully reached six separate consensuses with pioneering 5G-A operators from around the world, and launched a joint initiative for high-quality mobile video development in the AI era alongside global operators, industry customers, and other relevant organizations. Over the next three days, Huawei is…
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Ethiopian Aviation University Graduates Nearly 800 Professionals

Ethiopian Aviation University Graduates Nearly 800 Professionals

Ethiopian Aviation University, Africa’s premier aviation training institution, has celebrated the graduation of nearly 800 aviation professionals, including international trainees from eight African countries and one from Asia. The graduation ceremony, held at the university’s facility, was attended by Ambassadors, African officials, executives from Ethiopian Airlines Group, and the families and friends of the graduates. The graduates completed various programs offered by Ethiopian Aviation University, including Pilot, Aviation Maintenance, Cabin Crew, and Commercial Training programs. Mr. Mesfin Tasew, the Chief Executive Officer of Ethiopian Airlines Group, congratulated the new aviation professionals. He stated, “We are delighted to witness the fruits…
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MasterCard Foundation Grants $720,000 to 12 Ethiopian Tech startups

MasterCard Foundation Grants $720,000 to 12 Ethiopian Tech startups

-Reach for Change kicks off the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship with an Inaugural Cohort of 12 Enterprises After an eight-week call for applications, Reach for Change Ethiopia has today announced the first cohort of 12 EdTech entrepreneurs who will join the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship. The Fellowship program is part of a partnership between Reach for Change and the Mastercard Foundation to provide the selected EdTech enterprises with critical business and financial support and insight into the science of learning, preparing them for scale, sustainability, and impact. "We believe that the 12 EdTech Fellows have the potential to transform education…
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Safaricom & Gebeya Launch Talent Cloud to Propel Ethiopia’s Innovation Ecosystem

Safaricom & Gebeya Launch Talent Cloud to Propel Ethiopia’s Innovation Ecosystem

Safaricom, in collaboration with Gebeya Inc. and supported by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has launched the Safaricom Talent Cloud, a groundbreaking platform aimed at empowering the next generation of tech professionals, entrepreneurs, and digital leaders across Ethiopia. This initiative seeks to address the country's tech talent shortages by providing comprehensive capacity-building opportunities and career development pathways for 10,000 Ethiopian talents by the end of 2024. "The Safaricom Talent Cloud embodies our mission to 'Transform Ethiopian Lives for a Digital Future,'" said Masahiro Miyashita, Chief Strategy Officer of Safaricom Ethiopia. "By democratizing access to future skills, we are laying…
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D!NK and Gebeya Partner to Revolutionize Talent Management and Multimedia Services

D!NK and Gebeya Partner to Revolutionize Talent Management and Multimedia Services

D!NK Multimedia PLC and Gebeya Inc. are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership aimed at reshaping the landscape of talent management and multimedia services in Ethiopia and across Africa. This collaboration brings together two innovative companies at the forefront of their respective industries, leveraging their unique strengths to drive mutual growth and success. D!NK Multimedia PLC, known for its iconic D!NK TV platform and diverse range of multimedia services, has long been a pioneer in youth-centric entertainment and content creation. With a deep understanding of global youth interests, D!NK TV has transcended traditional media labels, offering a vibrant mix of…
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Safaricom Commences Telecom Services in Tigray

Safaricom Commences Telecom Services in Tigray

Safaricom is announced the launch of its commercial operations in the Tigray region, marking a significant step in our mission to provide reliable network services across Ethiopia.  This company, which was unable to provide its telecom services due to the war in northern Ethiopia and operates its services since June 11, 2024. The company’s expansion into Tigray will be executed in two phases. In phase one, 125 self-built towers have been constructed. Phase two will see the erection of 166 additional towers to reach the remaining cities. The phased approach ensures we build an independent, state-of-the-art 4G network that is…
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