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Economist Turned Engineer Secures 18.6 million Br for Tigray-Based Manufacturing Enterprise

Mearg Gebremedin, founder of MG and an economist by training, set out on an entrepreneurial journey in a bid to help his wife’s bakery.

Healthcare Startup Debuts Prescription Platform

In addition to limited imports of pharmaceuticals and barely emergent domestic manufacturing, pharmacies often ran out of stock

Ethiopia’s Electric Retailer Unveils Digital Platform that Manages Palm Greasing Complaints

Ethiopia’s state-owned electricity retailer is revamping its operations under new management focused on tackling corruption and improved service delivery backed by a new digital platform.

Ethiopian Tech Start-up Pilots Ride-Booking Service Focused on Drivers

Gojjeb, a local tech startup, has debuted a platform that flips the car-hailing model by allowing vehicle owners to preset their routes with customers following up with requests.

EdTech Mondays Ethiopia Returns Exploring the Role of AI in Upskilling Teachers, Enhancing EdTech Adoption

The episode will feature a conversation on how AI can provide personalized training programs, automate administrative tasks, and offer real-time feedback to educators.

AU Development Agency Crafts $18.2 M Pharmaceutical Roadmap Amid Global Funding Squeeze

While Africa shoulders 25% of the world's global burden of disease, the continent manufactures just around 3% of its medicine supply.

Guava Leaf Tea Gains Traction as Ethiopia Explores Traditional Remedies for Modern Health Challenges

Studies show that guava leaves contain significant amounts of moisture, protein, carbohydrates, and phenolic compounds, which contribute to their health benefits.

Dashen Bank, Accion, & Mastercard to Launch Innovation Hub for Ethiopian MSMEs

Dashen Bank, has partnered with global nonprofit Accion and the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth to build an innovation hub that focuses on women-owned MSMEs.