An exhibition highlighting Ethiopia’s 116-year diplomatic history and contemporary diplomatic accomplishments kicked off in Addis Ababa today in the presence of high level government officials.

The exhibition, inaugurated at the Science Museum under the theme “From an African Hub to the World,” will remain open for public until February 2, 2024.

The exhibition was officially opened by President Sahle-Work Zewde and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Demeke Mekonnen.

Federal and Regional Government officials, members of the diplomatic community based in Adddis Ababa, veteran Ethiopian diplomats, among others were in attendance.

The exhibition aims to inspire Ethiopians to discover more about their country’s diplomatic history and to help them appreciate its potential, and play their role in the future.

The expo is also important in depicting the institution’s memory and showing the potential for new diplomatic avenues in the future.

It will also give the opportunity to the public to b
etter understand about Ethiopia’s past, present, and future diplomacy.

The exhibition contains photographs revealing moments of the historical events related to visits and bilateral meetings of heads of state, Ethiopia’s efforts for international peace, Ethiopia’s aspiration and its supports for the freedom of African nations, among others.

The exhibition is part of the grand Diplomatic Week organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Source: Ethiopian News Agency

The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), former President John Dramani Mahama, says the NDC will use new technologies to ensure the success of its 24-hour economy policy.

He said the policy would be the bedrock of efforts to transform the economy from its current state to one driven by cutting edge technology, innovations and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

‘Many Ghanaians desire buoyant economy that works around the clock to create more space for employment and to speed up the country’s recovery,’ he noted, saying an NDC government would make that work for the benefit all.

Former President Mahama was speaking at a session for flagbearers at the 75th Annual New Year School and Conference (ANYSC) at the University of Ghana, Legon.

The School of Continuing and Distance Education (SCDE) of the College of Education at the University of Ghana is collaborating with various partners and institutions for the 75th ANYSC on the theme: ‘Nurturing Resilience: Adopting Technology And Embracing Humanism
For Sustainable Development’.

The ANYSC brought together academics, policymakers, business leaders, civil society organisations and other stakeholders to discuss the unprecedented challenges faced by institutions and the need to develop resilience, adapt to leverage technology and promote human values and dignity.

The Conference is also exploring ways of leveraging the digital economy and strengthening digital literacy in the face of rapidly evolving technology for the promotion of sustainable growth among other topics.

Former President Mahama said as the country embraced technology, it must prioritise the dignity and wellbeing of all its citizens and ensured that the progress was inclusive and sustainable and nurtured resilience by balancing technological advancement and human values.

‘We must not in the feast of technology forget that we are first and foremost humans, and so we must not abandon our humanistic values. We must not lose sight of the importance of humanism in shaping our approach to develop
ment. Humanism emphasises the value and urgency of every individual and calls for empathy, compassion and ethical decision making,’ he said.

Mr Mahama also stated that to move the country to the next critical level of its development, there was the need to build a proactive, adaptable, and compassionate society.

‘Ghana needs a society that can withstand present and future challenges, which require bold leadership, strategic planning and commitment to investing in the people and their future.’

He said as the flagbearer of the NDC, he was committed to championing those principles and working towards a future that was built on resilience, technology and humanism.

Source: Ghana News Agency