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Saudi Cargo Planing to Transport Meat from Ethiopia

Saudi Cargo has announced plans to start transporting meat from Ethiopia to Europe by the end of 2013. It has selected five Ethiopian exporters; Hashim Nuru Slaughter, Luna Expert Slaughter House, Modjo Modern Export, Elfora Agro Industry and Export and Organic Abattoir Slaughter for the operation.

The companies already have a business relation with Saudi Cargo and are selected  for their performance in exporting meat to Saudi Arabia, according to Kassahun Kenna,  Cargo Sales Manager with Saudi Cargo. Add a comment Add a comment

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Kaizen Institute Awards Ethiopia Companies for Excellence

Ethiopian Kaizen Institute awarded nine enterprises for excellence in ‘Kaizen’ implementation, a Japanese business philosophy of operational excellence.

At a ceremony held today at Sheraton Addis, Wonji Shewa Sugar Factory, Metehara Sugar Factory and Addis Modjo Edible Oil Complex received the excellence award from Mekonnen Manyazewal, Industry Minister. Speaking on the occasion, Mekonnen said efforts to properly implement Kiazen methodologies in all industrial institutions will continue. Getahun Tadesse, Director General of Ethiopian Kaizen Institute said Kaizen methodologies are being implemented in 108 institutions across Ethiopia. Add a comment Add a comment

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Ethiopian Women's Lifestyle Survey Released

This past week, Consumer Insight, a pan African research company in partnership with 251 Communications, an advertising agency based in Ethiopia, released its research study on Ethiopian women lifestyle, as identified by a survey of 555 women of all ages and income levels.

The study features women living in the Capital, Addis Ababa. The respondents were asked about their aspirations, product usage and media consumption. Add a comment Add a comment

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