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Ethiopia and Azerbaijan Sign Cooperation MoU on COP32 On February 27, Ethiopia and Azerbaijan agreed to cooperate on the organization of the 32nd session of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (#COP32) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding in Baku. The MoU was signed in the presence of Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of Ethiopia, and Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan. The agreement was signed by Ethiopia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gedion Timotheos, and Azerbaijan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jeyhun Bayramov. The agreement focuses on cooperation in the preparation and organization of #COP32 strengthening coordination on climate diplomacy and technical engagement related to the global climate process. The signing took place during Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali’s official visit to Azerbaijan, which also featured high-level discussions on expanding bilateral cooperation in energy, agriculture, digital transformation, and climate-related capacity building.

Single-Use Plastic Bags Are Officially Banned in Ethiopia Under the Solid Waste Management and Disposal Proclamation No. 1383/2017, the use, production, import, and sale of single-use plastic bags will be strictly prohibited starting January 31, 2026 (ጥር 23/2018), after the six-month grace period ends. What the law says - Individuals caught using or carrying plastic bags face fines - Businesses producing, importing, or selling plastic bags face heavy penalties - Repeat or serious violations may lead to imprisonment What we can do - Use reusable cloth bags or baskets - Support businesses offering sustainable alternatives - Spread awareness in your community A cleaner Ethiopia starts with daily choices. Let us move away from plastic, together.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗤𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗮 𝗜𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗿𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 As Ethiopians gear up for the festive season, a new campaign, #SayNoToPlasticQetema, is urging the public to rethink the growing use of plastic Qetema in place of the traditional natural grass used in holidays and religious ceremonies. Led by Kotebe University lecturer Meseret Habtamu (PhD) and supported by environmental groups, the effort highlights risks linked to microplastics, waste buildup, weak regulation, and the loss of seasonal income for natural Qetema vendors, calling for eco-friendly alternatives that protect culture, health, and livelihoods. Read the full story. https://shega.co/news/why-plastic-qetema-is-worrying-environmental-advocates

🎉🎉🎉Join Us: “Say No to Plastic Qetema” campaign! This week, we launch our #SayNoToPlasticQetema campaign. We’re calling on all Ethiopians to protect our environment and culture by choosing the freshy cut grass. Join the Movement! We invite all individuals and organizations to participate in this campaign and help make a lasting impact. By saying no to plastic Qetema, we protect our environment and preserve our cultural heritage. Share your commitment to reducing plastic use by posting with the hashtag #SayNoToPlasticQetema and tag us to spread the word! #የፕላስቲክ_ቄጠማን_እቃወማለሁ #Say_No_To_Plastic_Qetema #Do_Not_Use_Plastic_Qetema #Ban_Plastic_Qetema #ፕላስቲክ_ቄጠማ_ባለመጠቀም_አካባቢን_ከብክለት_እንጠብቅ #ፕላስቲክ_ቄጠማ_ይታገድ

Call for Applications - Green Business Incubator Cohort 3 Dear members We are forwarding a call for applications from our partner, Reach for Change. We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the Green Business Incubator(GBI) Program Cohort 3. Green business owners in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, are invited to apply for this opportunity to grow their business and amplify their impact. The application period ends December 31, 2025. We encourage businesses with Waste management and Circular Economy Solutions to apply. I have attached the link to our application form here. We are organizing an in-person information session for applicants on December 22, 2025. Please find the registration link here: https://bit.ly/4rZKXYa Kindly note that this email is not manned. Any responses should be sent to our info@socialenterpriseethiopia.org email address, which is copied on this email for easy reference.

UNEA 7 opened in Nairobi on 8 December 2025 and will run until 12 December 2025 under the theme “Advancing Sustainable Solutions for a Resilient Climate.” The assembly brings together countries, youth, civil society, and local actors to confront the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. With rising temperatures, degraded ecosystems, and pollution threatening billions, UNEA 7 underscores the urgent need for bold, inclusive, and transformative action. Covering issues from sustainable resource use and chemical management to deep-sea governance and youth engagement, the assembly aims to turn global commitments into real solutions that strengthen resilience and protect communities. #UNEA7 #SustainableSolutions #ResilientClimate #TheYouthPrint #YouthForClimate #COP32