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The Ministry of Transport and Logistics has announced the launch of a nationwide driver competency assessment aimed at improving road safety, with the program set to begin this year.

A new tourism website aimed at enhancing the digital presence of Ethiopia’s travel sector has officially been launched. Developed by the Information Network Security Administration (INSA) in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, the platform is designed to serve as a one-stop hub for both local and international tourists.

Ethiopia launched Omo Kuraz III Sugar Factory which cost USD 290 million for construction. Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Eritrea’s President Isaias Afeworki inaugurated the sugar factory yesterday. According to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, the launch of the sugar factory shows the government’s ability to complete the delayed mega projects shortly. The premier noted that there had been problems in completing mega projects. According to Abiy, the sugar factory, which will produce 8,000 to 10,000 quintals of sugar per day, will serve as best development corridor for the region. He said “We need to invest more on exponentially exploiting the national potential related with commercial production like sugar, rice, sesame, wheat and maize.”

Ethiopia has unveiled a new program which aims to enhance the productivity and quality of honey, supported by the Norwegian government and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO).