Deputy Head of Mission, British Embassy Addis Ababa. All views my own.
London, England
Joined April 2009
- Tweets511
- Following820
- Followers1K
- Likes1.6K
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
Delighted to arrive in Addis Ababa on the eve of Genna.
Many thanks to @mfaethiopia for the warm welcome last night. I look forward to building on our strong partnership.
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
PM @AbiyAhmedAli met with UK Foreign Secretary @JamesCleverly, in the city of Hawassa this afternoon. In addition to current issues, the discussions also focused on enhanced bilateral ties between the two countries.
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
Thank you, Deputy Prime Minister @DemekeHasen, for your kind condolences on the passing of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
H.E. @DemekeHasen, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, expressed his personal deep sorrow at the death of the British monarch today, signing the book of condolences for Queen Elizabeth II, which was opened at the British Embassy in #Ethiopia.
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
Our deep condolences to the @RoyalFamily on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We will remember Her Majesty for Her dedicated, outstanding service.
Chargé d'affaires Andrew Ockenden
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
🇬🇧statement is clear there is no military solution to the conflict in N. Ethiopia and it is a tragedy for the 🇪🇹 people esp the 13m in need of humanitarian assistance. We support AU-led mediation and urge a redoubling of efforts. gov.uk/government/news/uk-mi… @UKinEthiopia @vickyford
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
We have changed Ethiopia travel advice to reflect developments in the conflict.
We advise against all travel to Lalibela town and the D31 road connecting Lalibela to Tigray. British nationals in Ethiopia should consult travel advice for updates.
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
Compatriots! Please do sign up to @FCDOGovUK travel advice. It's how we share advice on how to travel well and be safe wherever you may be headed. And it's how we can communicate any change in our advice too. #GetTravelSmart people!
Want to be the first to know when travel advice is updated? 😀
It’s easy - simply sign up for email alerts on the countries you are interested in!
Go, go, go 👇🏻
#GetTravelSmart
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
Productive discussion today with Deputy PM @Demekehasen. The UK supports recent progress towards peace & calls on all parties to engage in talks without preconditions. We agreed on the importance of restoration of services & unhindered humanitarian access to Tigray @UKinEthiopia
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
🤝 Meet our new Deputy Head of Mission, Andrew Ockenden @misterock
Hear about his first impressions of Addis ☕ and what he plans to focus on during his stay in Ethiopia.
👇 Watch the video for more 📹
Moving to left hand drive Addis means I have sold my little red car. But so happy I got to see off my wonderful daughter to her prom in it before it goes. Stopping typing now - I think I have something in my eye….
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
#GreeningUganda quick updates on #Linkedin.
bit.ly/3EUfPkT
#UGGDSawareness
@mofpedU
@NPA_UG
@min_waterUg
@EUinUG
@DKinUganda
I homestly never thought I would make it into the sport pages of the paper!! #CommonwealthDay
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
New climate-resistant coffee strain improving farmers livelihoods in Uganda @kewgardens @misterock @kate_airey
Had a fab time learning some boxing with a true Ugandan champion!! #CommonwealthDay
Delighted to host #CommonwealthDay celebrations today in 🇺🇬, where we are celebrating values of the Commonwealth, particularly diversity & inclusion in the sports sector in 🇺🇬 as we countdown to key #CommonwealthDay activities this year.#CommonwealthDay
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
On #InternationalWomensDay2022 @kate_airey talks about the need for girls to have the choice to stay in school & the benefits investment in girls education brings.
‘I urge parents, communities & leaders to come together to ensure girls have their right to education honoured’.
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
There are 200 @FCDOGovUK jobs being advertised until 28 Feb. We want this opportunity to reach as many people as possible, especially those from lower socio-economic and underrepresented backgrounds, to ensure this is the most diverse, representative intake it can be.
FCDO is recruiting for AO, EO and HEO roles!
We believe that we can represent modern Britain more effectively if we reflect it.
Our vision is for FCDO to be a truly inclusive organisation – 👁️follow us for our myth busting series.
See our vacancies 🗒️
gov.uk/government/organisati…
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
.@kate_airey and @misterock opening the first 🇬🇧🇺🇬Green Growth Conference:
‘Climate change is a challenge but also presents opportunities for jobs, development & growth. There is huge potential from green growth & long systematic change for 🇺🇬is a key part of the 🇬🇧 partnership’
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
It was good visiting #Mogadishu and #Kismayo last week with @NickDyerFCDO and @KFosterFCDO to see the drought situation. Early response is critical! #notimetolose
UK is providing vital assistance to almost a million people across Somalia.
gov.uk/government/news/uk-an…
Andrew Ockenden retweeted
Back home after an amazing visit to Uganda 🇺🇬 & South Sudan 🇸🇸. Always inspiring to see how @FCDOGovUK support is transforming lives and to work with colleagues to help tackle ongoing challenges. 🙏🏾 @UKinUganda & @UKinSouthSudan