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FUTURE PATH


FUTURE PATH

For the first time in 15 years, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted parliamentarians with a traditional "Namaste" before addressing the assembly, which included ministers, standing committees, and non-parliamentary officials. In a room vibrant with cultural attire, Modi pledged support for Ethiopia’s digital transformation and agricultural mechanisation. He noted that the countries’ shared cultural and economic backgrounds have led to similar strategic approaches. Citing India’s fully digital government services, Modi suggested Ethiopia could adopt a similar model alongside mechanized agriculture.

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HOOF TRAFFIC

At Qera abattoir on Alexander Pushkin Street, traffic doesn't just slow down, it negotiates. A full-blown procession of cattle takes over the asphalt, turning the city road into an impromptu grazing corridor where horns replace honks and hooves set the pace of movement. Traders flank the herd with practiced ease, guiding the animals through the urban maze as buses, trucks, and impatient cars wait their turn like polite spectators in a countryside parade that somehow wandered into the city's bloo...


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CARE BENCHMARK

Bethesda American Medical Plaza has reached a historic milestone, becoming the first hospital in Ethiopia to secure accreditation from the Joint Commission International (JCI). The recognition was unveiled during its first anniversary celebration held at the Skylight Hotel on June 28, 2026. The event also featured a guided tour of the hospital's facilities, where senior officials and guests examined patient rooms and service areas. During the visit, Ayele Teshome (MD), CEO of Bethesda American M...


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FUTURE ANCHOR

Rising behind the Skylight Hotel, the Ethiopian Airlines headquarters project is gradually taking shape as a multi-building complex designed to consolidate corporate, commercial, and customer operations under one hub. Developed by the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), the development spans 33,560 square metres and comprises six interconnected buildings. Construction commenced in August 2023, with completion targeted for August 2026. As the deadline approaches, the site re...