Realizing potential as a path to peace. The 6th Africa Chambers Business Conference opened at the
@_AfricanUnion
Commission this morning. Over the next two days, sessions will delve into how the
@AfCFTA
delivers on
#sustainability
and
#prosperity
through innovation in trade.
Today
@_AfricanUnion
& UNESCO hosted a gathering to reflect on the safety of Journalists in Crises & Emergencies. Sadly, according to
@RSF_inter
, in 2024, at least 14 journalists have been disappeared or kidnapped in countries experiencing conflict in Africa.
#journalismmatters
Happy
#M
ฤoriLanguageWeek! This week is dedicated to the celebration and promotion of New Zealandโs indigenous language. Join us this week as we celebrate and reflect upon the taonga (treasure) that is Te Reo Mฤori โฅ๏ธ
The one set of rules we all agree on. 75 years on, at a defining historical moment when we are witnessing extreme human suffering from more than 120 armed conflicts globally, itโs time to renew commitment to the letter & principles of the Geneva Convention.
#IntlLaw
#NZforPeace
Happy Ethiopian New Year! ๐
May this year bring peace, joy, and unity. ๐Letโs embrace fresh beginnings and look forward to positive change ahead. ๐ฟโจ
#EthiopianNewYear
#PeacefulBeginnings
Hopeful future from the fields! ๐พ Kabiyaki Coopโs 426 members (92% women) are thriving. Agri-preneurs are producing high-end veggies & spices, creating jobs for youth and reducing urban migration. Thanks to
#FtMA
, WFP & CGIAR for advancing climate-resilient agriculture. ๐ฑ
A stunning and warm welcome by Rwanda to the 5000 delegates to the Africa Food Systems Forum 2024. Time to innovate, accelerate and scale: delivering food systems transformation in a digital and climate era.
#AFSForum2024
#InnovateAccelerateScale
Today, we honoured three of our dedicated staff members who have been with the Embassy for over a decade. Their unwavering support is vital to our mission, and it was a pleasure to celebrate their enduring contributions.
On
#WorldHumanitarianDay
we celebrate the bravery of Humanitarian workers. 2023 was the deadliest year on record for humanitarian workers. New Zealand Embassy is an ardent advocate for the protection of Humanitarians and the people they support
#ACTFORHUMANITY
New Zealand joins
@OCHA_Ethiopia
in condemning this horrific act. Humanitarian workers deliver much needed relief to vulnerable communities and thus should be protected at all times.
#NotATarget
๐ข STATEMENT ON THE KILLING OF A HUMANITARIAN WORKER IN THE AMHARA REGION
The humanitarian community in Ethiopia mourns the death of Mr. Yared Melese, a humanitarian and beloved husband, father and son.
Read hereโฌ๏ธ
Sending our ''Aroha Nui '' - deep care and concern - to the families of victims and all those affected by yesterday's landslide in Gofa, South Ethiopia. Our hearts are with you during this tragic & difficult time. Kia Kaha.
@mfaethiopia
@MFATNZ
๐๐ฝ๐ช๐น for hosting the 1st preparatory conference ahead of the 4th UN Financing for Development Conference in 2025. Much work to build trust & common ground before then. Our messages focused on development effectiveness, inclusive partnerships, & SIDs unique vulnerability to shocks
Celebrating the International Day of Women in Diplomacy at
@ECA_OFFICIAL
with inspiring colleagues & highlighting the need for greater representation, as women make up only 21% of Ambassadors. ๐ณ๐ฟ is dedicated to promoting equitable representation of
#WomeninDiplomacy
globally.
A beautiful morning in Addis Ababa. Delighted to be out and about and to be part of the Peace Run โPeace for all, all for Peaceโ. Appreciate the sentiment to focus on positives and build on strengths as a way to realise the potential of a diverse and amazing country ๐๏ธ
Stars hold special significance for many peoples and cultures in Africa and around the world. In New Zealand, the reappearance of the Pleiades star cluster in the winter night sky โ known to us as Matariki โ heralds the start of the Mฤori New Year. Mฤnawatia a Matariki! โจ
Impressed by Hamlin Fistula Hospital model of service: compassionate & respectful care with dignity for all. Thanks Dr Biniam & Nagash for having us & Joli for arranging the visit. Grateful to have met Mamitu, & learn more founding pioneers & Dr Reg Hamlinโs ๐ณ๐ฟ connection