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Dating Apps in Ethiopia

In the age of the internet and smartphones, dating apps have changed how we find love. For many, the quest

Meet the Businesses Turning Waste into Opportunity in Addis Ababa

Founded by a group of friends, Sintayew and Balcha Compost Manufacturing is a company engaged in collecting waste materials in

Kezyas Provides Step-by-Step Guides for Ethiopian Bureaucracy

In Ethiopia, obtaining government services often requires patience and time. The documentation needed for tasks such as opening a business,

Is Japan Becoming Ethiopia’s Startup Ecosystem Unlikely Hero?

Earlier this month, a high-profile delegation of 12 Japanese investors visited Ethiopia. Led by Yasuhiro Yoshizawa of Inclusion Japan (ICJ),

Love, Sweat, and No Customers

In Ethiopia’s startup ecosystem, the headlines are often dominated by exciting launches. But what happens after the fanfare fades? The

An Overview of Ethiopia’s First Digital Education Strategy

Every month, stakeholders such as policymakers, EdTech entrepreneurs, teachers, and parents come together to discuss the intersection of education and

Government Responds Loud, Clear to Startup Policy Reform Skepticism

It’s been two weeks since the recent policy reforms targeting startups were announced in the presence of Prime Minister Abiy

Childhood Mechanic Turns Entrepreneur Manufacturing Eco-friendly Brake Pads

Behailu Seboka, born and raised in the capital, spent his childhood working around garages to earn pocket money. “I used