Brook Genene

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Ādīs Ābeba Āstedader

Deputy Editor-in-Chief at Ethiopian Business Review

Football Writer at Freelance

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Pre-Match Analysis: An important away leg awaits Borussia Dortmund at Lille

1 month ago | bvbbuzz.com | Brook Genene

After a draw at home in the first leg of the last 16 of the Champions League against Lille, the Black and Yellows will look to improve on the result away from home. Home games have usually been a great place for European nights for BVB, but the team failed to build on previous weeks of good performances in the league.
Borussia Dortmund's European Ambitions at Risk

1 month ago | bvbbuzz.com | Brook Genene

Borussia Dortmund must ensure European qualification and save themselves from an embarrassing season. After a topsy-turvy season, the Black and Yellows find themselves in a tough situation. The team currently sits in 10th place in the Bundesliga table. And after a 1-1 home draw against Lille in the last 16 of the Champions League, progress to the next round is not guaranteed. With the league now in its business end, the results the team manages to accumulate going forward will be significant.
Three Takeaways from Borussia Dortmund’s Goalless Draw Against Sporting

2 months ago | bvbbuzz.com | Brook Genene

The Black and Yellows advanced to the last 16 of the Champions League by beating Sporting 3-0 on aggregate. Borussia Dortmund is enduring one of the league's worst seasons in recent memory. The side sits in the bottom half of the table and is out of the DFB Pokal. The only positive aspect of their campaign seems to be their performance in the Champions League. Last week, BVB recorded an impressive 3-0 win in Lisbon. This victory was thought to be a turning point for Niko Kovač’s side.
Dortmund’s New Star Impresses in Champions League Debut

2 months ago | bvbbuzz.com | Brook Genene

Borussia Dortmund’s new signing, Daniel Svensson, made a solid start in the Champions League win against Sporting CP. Recently appointed Borussia Dortmund coach Niko Kovač secured his first win at the club on Tuesday in their Champions League tie against Portuguese side Sporting CP. Three second-half goals from Serhou Guirassy, Pascal Groß, and Karim Adeyemi sealed a comprehensive victory for the Black and Yellows, effectively putting one foot in the last 16 of the competition.
After Years of Inconsistency Is Niko Kovac the man to return Borussia Dortmund to glory?

2 months ago | bvbbuzz.com | Brook Genene

Borussia Dortmund has been plagued by inconsistent performances over the past few years. The Black and Yellows navigated through some rough terrain after their 2002 Bundesliga win. The club had a successful decade in the ’90s, during which they lifted the UEFA Champions League. However, reckless expenditure at the start of the millennium led the club to the brink of financial ruin.
Towards Safer Healing Navigating the Challenges of Orthopedic Care

Jan 15, 2025 | ethiopianbusinessreview.net | Brook Genene

One major challenge in orthopaedic practice is the complications that may arise from traditional bone-setting methods among trauma patients. Many pediatric patients who experience trauma often visit local bone setters for repeated massages before eventually going to a hospital when complications arise. By this point, it may be too late to save limbs, forcing doctors, in many instances, to amputate to preserve the patients’ lives. This may result in permanent disability and impairment.
Canal+ Ethiopia A Brief, Impactful Journey

Jan 15, 2025 | ethiopianbusinessreview.net | Brook Genene

In March 2021, right after the COVID-19 lockdown and restrictive public activities ended, Canal +, a French premium television channel, announced the launch of its services in Ethiopia. The channel, launched in November 1984 and broadcasts to Metropolitan France, decided to open its office in Ethiopia.
Ethiopia’s Mental Health Crisis

Dec 30, 2024 | ethiopianbusinessreview.net | Brook Genene

A Growing Burden on Amanuel HospitalFor many years, Amanuel Hospital has been Ethiopia’s sole mental health services provider. With increased awareness about the illness and rising demand for care, many government and private hospitals have started integrating mental health care with other services. There has also been an increasing number of private practices in the capital and big regional cities. Despite these changes, the burden on Amanuel Hospital remains.
Pregnancy & Work A Call for Understanding, Action

Dec 27, 2024 | ethiopianbusinessreview.net | Brook Genene

The World Health Organization defines maternal health as the well-being of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum (after birth) period. It emphasizes that each phase of pregnancy should be a positive experience, enabling both mothers and their babies to achieve optimal health and wellness. However, work-related stress poses a significant threat to this goal.
Freelancing Has Changed the Labour Market

Dec 2, 2024 | ethiopianbusinessreview.net | Brook Genene

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a visible shift in how work is done globally. Indeed, the definition and form of work have changed over the years, even before. Across the world, many people have chosen to work from home. They prefer to freelance to avoid long commute times and offer themselves the flexibility freelancing offers. Freelancing and remote working have benefited many people in terms of financial gain and maintaining social responsibilities.