Coronavirus - Ethiopia: The Government of Ethiopia has enacted a State of Emergency

Considering the gravity of the COVID-19, the Government of Ethiopia has enacted a State of Emergency according to Article 93 of the Constitution. PM Abiy Ahmed Ali calls upon all to follow the ensuing measures that will further define the SOE.

Coronavirus - Ethiopia: Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Message

Banks to avail foreign currency for importers primarily importing COVID-1B goods and input materials for prevention and containment

In my morning virtual meeting with members of the COVID-19 Ministerial Committee, I have learnt of the progress each of the 7 sub-committees are undertaking in the prevention and containment work of the virus nationally. Considering the number of cases has now increased to 16 and to withstand the shocks…

Coronavirus - Ethiopia: Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed held a virtual meeting with the COVID-19 Ministerial Committee

The Federal government has been taking heightened precautions to ensure that enough preventative measures have been taken

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed held a virtual meeting with the COVID-19 Ministerial Committee to discuss progress and provide additional direction and measures in the prevention and containment COVID-19. Considering that the number of positive cases has increased to a total of 16 as at March 27, 2020 and to ensure…

Coronavirus - Ethiopia

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed noted that all regions are preparing quarantine centers and their medical professionals,in the event of hastened spread

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met with heads of the security sector to discuss on preparedness in relation to #COVID-19 containment. Considering the fast rate of spread globally and the increasing positive cases confirmed in Ethiopia,various sub-committees of the National MinisterialCommittee have been formed,including a security sub-committee. Followingin depth discussions held,…