Ouagadougou – Authorities have detained an individual following the fatal shooting of a sergeant near a drinking establishment in Tampouy, district no. 3 of Ouagadougou, officials reported on Sunday. The incident occurred between the night of Friday, February 23, and the early hours of Saturday, February 24, 2024.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the suspect was apprehended on Saturday around 4 p.m., in possession of the firearm believed to be used in the homicide. Sources close to the gendarmerie confirmed the arrest and stated that the individual, now in police custody, is expected to be turned over to judicial authorities upon completion of the ongoing investigation.
The AIB wishes to correct an earlier report, clarifying that the victim was a member of the military, not the gendarmerie, and extends its apologies for any confusion.
ADDIS ABABA — Celebrating its 80th anniversary, the Ethiopian Archives and Library Service was hailed by experts for its significant contribution to preserving the nation’s heritage and expanding knowledge access. The institution inaugurated a new 17-storey building, underscoring its commitment to enhancing service provision and embracing digital transformation.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, the Ethiopian Archives and Library Service’s journey over eight decades has established it as a pivotal repository of Ethiopia’s vast and diverse cultural, historical, and intellectual wealth. The new facility is part of broader efforts to modernize and digitize the service, making it more accessible to researchers and the public alike.
Girma Getahun, a researcher from Oxford University specializing in Language, History, and Literature, shared his personal connection with the archives, tracing back to his childhood. Despite relocating from Ethiopia, Getahun continues to rely on the institution’s resources, emphasizing its role in his academic and personal development.
Shibru Tedla, an Emeritus Professor of Biology, echoed the sentiment, highlighting the archives’ indispensable value for academic research and education. Tedla advocated for the expansion of the archives’ reach by incorporating documents and records from across the country to foster a more inclusive repository.
The preservation efforts of the Ethiopian Archives and Library Service also extend to the country’s musical heritage, as noted by Dawit Yifru, President of the Ethiopian Music Sector Association. Yifru praised the institution for documenting and safeguarding Ethiopia’s musical evolution, ensuring its accessibility for future generations and scholarly work.
Contributions to preserving indigenous knowledge and Islamic historical manuscripts were also commended. Priest Fikade Bishaw and Islamic Manuscripts Guide, Abdelrasi Haji Mohammed Amin, respectively, highlighted the service’s role in protecting diverse cultural and religious narratives, with ongoing digitization efforts aimed at broadening access and engagement.
The 80th-anniversary celebrations of the Ethiopian Archives and Library Service not only reflect on its historic achievements but also pave the way for future initiatives focused on enhancing knowledge accessibility and preserving Ethiopia’s rich heritage for generations to come. The institution’s new building symbolizes this enduring mission, promising a continued legacy of service and scholarship.