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Daniel Metaferiya
Daniel Metaferiya is a writer, journalist and radio host, with a keen interest in technology. He follows developments in Ethiopia's startup ecosystem closely and is passionate about profiling unique MSMEs.
Ethiopian Startup Looks to Solve Doom Scrolling with Locally Made Puzzles
Gebeta Puzzles is reviving an old pastime with Ethiopian history, culture & landmarks, hoping to give kids an alternative to screens.
By Daniel Metaferiya
New Mobile Platform Offers Integrated Ambulance Dispatch Service in Addis Ababa
In Addis Ababa, many patients wait over an hour before first aid. A new platform, Le Ambulance (9117), aims to cut deadly delays with centralized ambulance dispatch and GPS tracking.
Ethiopia’s Student Remedial Program Sees Database Errors, Power Cuts, Broken Promises
Thousands of Ethiopian students took this year’s remedial exams their only second chance at university. Power outages, “database errors,” and flawed modules marred the process.
A Young Entrepreneur’s Bid to Make Solar Power Affordable in Ethiopia
Ethiopia is set to double hydropower with the GERD, but 60M+ people still lack electricity. A young entrepreneur is betting on affordable solar to bridge the gap through local combiner boxes.
Ethiopia to Host ASEB 2025, Spotlighting Africa’s Startup Builders
Ethiopia will host the 4th African Startup Ecosystem Builders Summit (ASEB 2025) this November, planning to draw over 2,000 participants and recognize builders across 35 award categories.
National Bank of Ethiopia Endorses New Platform to Stem Parallel Market
“Our measures against illicit remittance flows will never stop,” says Ethiopia’s central bank governor, during unveiling of remittance platform developed by Eagelion System Technology.
