"Ethiopia is proud of being a member of BRICS and considers the platform beyond just political engagements as it mainly involves economic development, trade and investment exchanges, technology transfer, cultural and people-to-people ties"

"With a collective multisectoral collaboration among all stakeholders, prevention, control and treatment of cancer is within reach and under our control"

"Ethiopia is suffering from drought and water shortage, this high-tech, zero waste, no-plastic-bottle-waste water purification solution, will directly help schools and communities"

"We need to lift and break the barriers faced by African youth in accessing and utilizing reproductive health information and services"

"It is high time that African nations put in place favourable policies and increase youth targeted investments"

"Joint efforts are needed to redirect our interventions towards high-burden regions and geographical hotspots in view of changing the epidemic trends in Ethiopia"

"My husband and I are committed to serve the people of Ethiopia using our organization; like wise we are committed to support with our capacity OAFLAD and our continent Africa in whatever way you want us"

"I touched every button, I knocked every door collaborated with many and never gave up when things were hopeless. I cannot give the details of the achievements at this juncture but can share my experiences to whoever interested if the need be in the future"

"I said, ‘I won’t do it unless the prime minister calls me himself, or you put it in writing."

"To reflect on the historical significance of…a landmark event marking a significant milestone in our collective journey towards transforming Africa’s urban landscapes."

"Centers of economic growth but are facing the challenges of extreme and slow-onset events that have compromised urban infrastructure."

"Ethiopia is undergoing rapid urbanization and is facing the onslaught of the climate crisis."

"Ethiopia is working with development partners to strengthen the regulatory and legal framework and institutional coordination mechanisms to integrate these initiatives within urban systems."

"Chaltu Sani called on international development partners to enhance their cooperation in the realization of the Urbanization and Climate Change Agenda in Africa and in Ethiopia, in particular."

"I was fired because my party TPLF refused to join the Prosperity Parity. I am entitled to my conviction but the current government does not obey legal rules. There is nothing else, my firing was motivated by that."

"We would like to notify that those to be appointed outside of the procedures and laws of the party can not take over power and work."

"The war has polarised the country so deeply that I know many people will label me as a liar simply because I say the government has also done painful, horrible things."

"We brought back the most painful stories, and every side was implicated."

"It’s now been 100 days since the day we met, and it has only gotten worse. I knew it then, I knew it before then, and I know it now: he’s in denial, he’s delusional. His leadership is failing."

"Where there is gender inequality, corruption flourishes and where there is corruption, gender inequality flares."

"Mrs. Demitu led the mobilization of community resources to ensure sustainable protection for vulnerable children, the empowerment of women development groups and created impactful awareness to increase health service utilization by women and children which included the pre-screening of cancer through free examination for women."

"It was a very difficult time"

"We were responding to all of these issues at the same time, having to constantly adjust and be agile to try to mitigate the pandemic and make sure there was continuity of essential health care services."

"Having been in many leadership roles, I know that the ability to make positive change is related to how strong a leader is."

"Dealing with a lot of emergencies as well as a lot of strategic priorities, if I’d had this program while I was minister, I know I would have benefited from the continued support to drill down on fewer areas for more impact."

"Because there are different ways of doing things, and there’s a lot to be learned from developing countries. Instilling that principle is essential as we grow as a global community and work to make the world a better place for everyone, everywhere."

"Dr. Lia is passionate about strengthening and reforming health systems and has received several recognitions for her accomplishments in fighting the covid-19 pandemic, in advocacy for gender equity, access to quality health services and training."

"Even though there's still a lot to be done, we see institutional reforms in many directions. These are good opportunities."

"I signed on that document. This is a fact that I can't change, even if I want to."

"shortfalls are inevitable given factors such as... a nascent democratic culture and an increasingly charged political and security environment."

"the new premier described her as someone who would never surrender, even to the government."

"She didn't solve the problem, but they then rebuilt an underground network from scratch, successfully."

"As a passionate African leader, I am committed to driving positive change, fostering unity, and unlocking opportunities for inclusive growth."

"With a Public Management and Policy background, I’ve spent over 17 years dedicated to serving my community and continent."

"Dagmawit’s commitment to aviation safety has been unparalleled. We applaud her contribution to the African #Aviation industry and the bold leadership she has shown as Ethiopia's Minister of Transport and Logistics."

"The ceremony will bring Ethiopian couples from across the nation, displaying their traditional attire and marriage practices, thereby elevating Ethiopia’s cultural profile globally."

"Such events help transfer cultural values from generation to generation and showcase our rich traditions."

"These public festivals are essential and deserve our support."

"She is strong in delegation and supporting others realize their dreams."

"It may be that the issues I have raised today as the lone woman here, have been defeated. But one day there shall be many of us standing here and you will listen to our voices then!"

"History may remember the late Honorable Dr. Senedu Gebru foremost as the first woman elected to Parliament, but her contributions to this nation were so many and varied, she could rightly be considered Ethiopia’s Renaissance Woman of the 20th century."

"Senedu Gebru was known as a strict disciplinarian and fierce advocate of women’s rights."

"She may not have been Ethiopia’s first feminist in a sense but she certainly gave voice to the women of Ethiopia like they had never had before."

"Throughout most of her life, Senedu had always been an avid reader."

"Senedu’s ascent to Parliament can rightly be considered one of her more extraordinary accomplishments."

"We'll take this opportunity . . . to leave behind the mentality of tearing down to rebuild," the Mayor said. "[We'll] take the middle road, ensuring a political journey with the participation of all Ethiopians."

"She's very strict and expects her standards from everyone she works with."

"She reanimated the association. I've learned more from working with her than I did at school."