Megech irrigation project reaches 94% completion, ministry says
Ethiopia’s Ministry of Irrigation and Lowlands says the long-delayed Megech irrigation project in Central Gondar has reached 94% completion.
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Ethiopia sets deposit requirements for overseas medical referrals
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Ethiopian water minister says Nile resource development will continue
Water and Energy Minister Habtamu Itefa said on August 21 that Ethiopia would continue developing its Nile water resources despite opposition from downstream states.
IGAD chief urges investment and local production to strengthen East African health systems
IGAD Executive Secretary Workneh Gebeyehu called for greater investment, local production and regional cooperation to reduce health-sector dependency and build more resilient systems across East Africa.
Ethiopia calls for stronger East African production of medicines and medical supplies
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