Country: Ethiopia

Emnet Shimber is a physician currently directing the intensive care unit and emergency department at the Hawassa University Hospital. She plans to develop skills in critical care and work with the Ministry of Health on issues related to equity and inclusion. Her professional goals include bringing human and equipment resources into regions, building the capacity… Continue reading Emnet Shimber

Firew Konjo has over seven years of experience in community-based tourism, including handicraft development. Currently, Firew is a founder and general manager for a local handicraft company. He preserves the culture of traditional weaving and protects natural forests through social enterprise. Firew holds a bachelor’s degree in hotel management from Hawassa University in Ethiopia. He… Continue reading Firew Konjo Aba

Alemfrie Chekole has over 10 years of experience in teaching and research and rendering community services in Bahir Dar University. She earned a degree in Management from Bahir Dar University and a Master’s in Business Administration from Mekele University. She has worked as a manager, gender office coordinator and entrepreneurship project leader where she acquired… Continue reading Alemfrie Derese Chekole

Selam Kebede graduated from Aalto University, Finland, with a master’s degree in Communications Ecosystem. Originally from Ethiopia, she also holds a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. During her college days, she was actively involved in organizing events related to startups, technology, and entrepreneurship, including the Slush event. She passionately believes in the potential of technology… Continue reading Selam Kebede

Girum Akriso realized very early that he wanted to become a storyteller. Everyday life dragged him far from his boyhood dream, and he pursued studies in computer and information systems to earn his BSc. Having found himself drifting from his life’s purpose, three years ago he decided that enough was enough! Enena Bete, a film… Continue reading Girum Assefa Akriso