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Ethiopia's Aquarius Aviation to Buy Aircrafts

Ethiopia's Aquarius Aviation PLC concluded contract with the American Cessna Aircraft Company, to purchase two Cessna Caravan airplanes for USD 3.2. The planes which have a 39 seat-capacity are expected to be delivered within a year.

When the agreement is finalized in the coming month, Aquarius will be expected to pay 30 percent upfront, according to Frehiwot Tessema, general manager of Aquarius Aviation. Add a comment Add a comment

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Ethiopian MoI Planning to Establish Three Institutes

The Ethiopian Ministry of Industry said it has submitted a draft proclamation to the Council of Ministers for the establishment of three different institutes for various sectors as part of the government's plan to boost the manufacturing sector of Ethiopia.

The main objective of setting up the institutes is to help the government's endeavor to realizing the role the manufacturing sector plays in driving Ethiopia's economy. Add a comment Add a comment

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Dangote Industries Applied for Mining License in Ethiopia

Dangote Industries PLC applied for silica exploration license in Ethiopia. Silica is the major raw material for glass manufacturing. Dangote applied for the mining license to establish a glass manufacturing plant.

Dangote has also commenced work on cement manufacturing plant in Ethiopia. The cement factory, located in Mugher town, will have a production capacity of 1.5  tons per annum. Add a comment Add a comment

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