Munir Shemsu

Munir Shemsu
Munir S. Mohhammed is a journalist, writer, and researcher based in Ethiopia. He has a background in Economics and his interests span technology, education, finance, and capital markets. Munir is currently the Deputy Editor-in-Chief at Shega Media and a contributor to the Shega Insights team.
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Ethiopia's Bamboo Labs Expands to Kenya with Eco-Friendly Bikes and Wheelchairs
Bamboo Labs, the Ethiopian social enterprise known for its bamboo bicycles and wheelchairs, is expanding to Kenya. The startup is set to start its preliminary operations in the coming two weeks.
By Munir Shemsu

The Price of Labor: Ethiopian Workers Battle Inflation Without Minimum Wage Shield
No wage floor, no implementation, no urgency. Ethiopia’s long-promised minimum wage system remains theoretical. Meanwhile, workers face rising prices, falling protections and automation threats.
By Munir Shemsu