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The Prosperity Paradox: Efosa Ojomo on Why Africa Needs Market-Creating Innovation, Not Aid

“Passion without a model isn’t enough. We built wells that broke because we had no way to fix them. Aid without sustainability always fails.” Efosa Ojomo (Prof) Exclusive Interview

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.

Ethiopia Pilots One-Stop Digital Platform for Paperless Company Registration

The Ministry of Trade has rolled out the Integrated Company Creation Journey (ICCJ), a one-stop platform aimed at paperless company registration.

Hydrating Communities: Two Decades of Clean Water and Climate-Resilient Systems by Amref Health Africa in Ethiopia

As climate change worsens water scarcity, Amref embeds climate-smart WASH solutions to build resilience across Ethiopia impacting millions in urban, rural and pastoral communities.

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.

Why African Ingenuity Needs Development Finance, Not Just Venture Bets

Development finance is not charity. It’s market-making. It de-risks new ventures, builds trust, and draws in private investors. Africa’s future unicorns will come not just from venture bets.

Mamo Mihretu Steps Down as Ethiopia’s Central Bank Governor

A year after floating Ethiopia’s exchange rate, Central Bank Governor Mamo Mihretu steps down. His tenure was brief, his reforms unfinished, and Ethiopia's economy questionably transformed.

Addis Ababa Launches Roadside Checks in Tax Evasion Crackdown

Addis Ababa is cracking down on tax evasion. Trucks leaving markets now face random checkpoints, with drivers asked to show same-day receipts or delivery notes.