Addis Ababa, February 8, 2022 (FBC) – The Health Minister, Dr. Lia Tadesse stated that Ethiopia, in partnership with the AU and Africa CDC, is ramping up preparations to manufacture Covid 19 vaccine apart from preventive efforts. Read more
The Spokesperson of the Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, H.E. Ambassador Dina Mufti, has a briefing for the media today (February 06) on the dominant agenda items of the 35th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union.
According to the Ambassador, the Assembly discussed the economic impacts of the Covid-19 Pandemic and recovery strategies, including plans to increase vaccine production and the vaccination rate in the continent.
Welcoming Remarks by H.E. Dr. Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of Ethiopia at the 35th ordinary Session of the AU Assembly
Your Excellency Félix Tshisekedi, President of the Democratic Republic of Congo and outgoing Chairperson of the African Union,
Your Excellency Macky Sall, President of the Republic of Senegal and incoming Chairperson of the African Union,
Your Excellency Moussa Faki Mahamat,
Chairperson of the African Union Commission,
Excellencies Heads of State and Government,
Distinguished Ministers,
Commissioners,
Excellencies Ambassadors,
Invited Guests,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Ambassador Dina Mufti briefs media on agenda items of the ongoing AU ministerial session
The Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, H.E. Ambassador Dina Mufti gave a briefing on February 03, 2022, to the media on the agenda items for deliberation during the 40th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council Council of the AU.
The 40th Ordinary Ministerial Session of AU kicks off in Addis Ababa
The 40th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council (Ministerial Session) of the AU has kicked off on February 02, 2022, in Addis Ababa.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Ethiopia, H.E. Demeke Mekonnen and foreign Ministers of member states and representatives of international institutions have attended the opening session.
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Entry and Travel Restrictions for Ethiopia: COVID-19 Update
Due to the coronavirus outbreak, Ethiopia has introduced additional entry requirements to protect public health.
Temporary measures include pre-departure testing and quarantine on arrival in Ethiopia,
See below the measures Ethiopia has taken to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the East African state.
COVID-19 Entry Requirements for Ethiopia
All travelers must present a negative RT PCR test certificate for COVID-19 before boarding a flight. The test must be taken within 120 hours of travel.
Children under 10 are exempt.
No COVID-19 tests are available upon arrival in Ethiopia. A Rapid Diagnostic Test is not accepted unless you’re a transit passenger.
Before arrival, all passengers must complete a Passenger Health Registration Form.
Ethiopia Travel and Entry Restrictions: COVID-19 Update (ethiopiaonlinevisa.com)
Press Briefing Summary 27 January 2021
The spokesperson of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, H.E. Ambassador Dina Mufti, gave the Ministry’s biweekly press briefing today (January 27, 2021) to the media. In his presentation, the Ambassador focused on political diplomacy, Economic Diplomacy and citizen-centered diplomatic activities over the week. Read more
Ministry briefs ambassadors of EU member states on the ongoing investigation on atrocities committed in the conflict in northern Ethiopia
The Ministry of Justice briefed ambassadors of EU member states in Ethiopia today (January 26) on the status of the proposed all-inclusive dialogue and the activities of the inter-ministerial task force on atrocities committed in the conflict in the north.
Committee reviews preparations to host upcoming AU Summit and ministerial session
The national committee established to oversee preparations to host the African Union Ministerial and Heads of State and Government Sessions has convened today (January 24) to review progress.