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Wax and Wonder: Handmade Candles Spark a Craft Movement in Ethiopia

In a world increasingly drawn to handmade, a few local entrepreneurs in Ethiopia are shining with an integrated supply chain of locally made candles.

Why Ethiopia’s Digital Learning Dream Needs an Update to Reach Out-of-School Children.

Access to education in Ethiopia is facing a nexus of challenges with an increasing number of students finding themselves out of schools. Can technology help minimize the fallout?

As Ethiopia Eyes a Plastic Ban, Paper Entrepreneurs Like Kirtas See a Green Opportunity

Kirtas, a local company specialized in repurposing Addis Ababa's paper waste into homeware and packaging eyes a boom in demand for its recycled paper bags as policy phases out plastic.

On Duty During the Festivities: The Holiday Grind of Addis Ababa's Ride-Hailing Drivers

Holidays are when most people spend restful days celebrating with family and friends. However, for some ride hailing drivers in Addis Ababa the festivities are the busiest of workdays.

Female Architect Trio Reimagine Interior Aesthetics in Addis with Eco-Artisan Lighting

Female architect trio behind Mella Studio are handcrafting a niche market for pendant and hanging lights inspired by Ethiopia’s historical heritage and woven from discarded inputs.

Sacred Strings, Modern Healing: The Begena Finds New Purpose in Therapy

Eman Begena, an Ethiopian school and manufacturer of traditional musical instruments, has resurrected the ancient strings of Begena as a tool in musical therapy.

Closing the STEM Skills Gap: U.S.-Backed Satchmo Center Equips Ethiopia’s Youth

Satchmo Center, a US-backed hub established for cultural and information exchange is becoming an academic enclave for STEM inclined Ethiopian students.

Trash to Treasure: Ethiopian Kids Create Artwork from Plastic to Tackle Climate Change

The River of Hope Project has brought together students from 30 primary schools in Ethiopia to create artworks from discarded materials set to be hosted across international festivals.