Liya Kebede & empowering Ethiopian women Since its creation in 2007, Liya Kebede’s brand Lemlem has aimed to preservetraditional Ethiopian weaving techniques while providing stable jobs for women. Lemlem is contributing to Ethiopia’s economic growth, which has averaged 10% annually, by focusing on slow, ancestral techniques. Every Lemlem garment is handmade by Ethiopian artisans, who […]
Yared Assefa Demissie, one of the participants of the 2023 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders, is the co-founder of an agribusiness startup and an experienced trainer in Ethiopia. RAY Cosmetics, specializes in recycling fish scales and skin from agricultural waste into sustainable and eco-friendly skincare and haircare products. RAY Cosmetics extracts collagen from
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The soap replenishes the skin with dendritic cells, which help protect the skin and fight cancer. 14-year-old Ethiopian American, Heman Bekele wins the 2023 3M Young Scientist Challenge with Skin Cancer Treating Soap. Heman spent the last four months competing against nine other finalists and secured his win during final Challenge events at 3M global
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The actual flax seed is tiny but it is mighty. Not many people are aware of the fact that this little seed is packed full of nutrients. It is high in essential B vitamins and magnesium but also rich in omega 3 and contains fiber and vital antioxidants. Flax seeds need to be ground into
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The Negarit Band was founded in 2012 by renowned drummer and musicologist, Teferi Assefa with the aim of making Ethiopian music better known to a large audience. Teferi researched Ethiopian rhythms and melodies around the country, which he then incorporated into his compositions for the album ORIGINS. In the words of the group: “It is
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Craft Silicon has donated its first solar-powered computer bus to Ethiopia to advance digital literacy. Craft Silicon Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to advancing digital literacy, unveiled its pioneer free digital literacy program in Ethiopia by donating a first solar powered computer bus. Designed to bridge the digital divide, this initiative seeks to empower individuals
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The Adwa Zero Kilometer Museum Project is underway in the historic Piassa across from the office of the mayor and next to the statue of Emperor Menelik II. This project celebrates Ethiopia commemorating its victory at the Battle of Adwa against Mussolini’s Italy. The victory of Adwa is a source of pride for Ethiopians and
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In November 2022, the China National Aero-Technology International Engineering Corporation approached Salem’s Designs with a unique basket design to be transformed into a giant chandelier and mounted from a ceiling. This was an almost impossible task since their artisans had never attempted such a project. However, they thought that it would be the ideal opportunity
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“These cauliflower fritters are easy to make and a different way to have cauliflower. They are so delicious and tasty. I’ve made them a number of times for my family and friends.” BETTYCOOK Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings: 6 INGREDIENTS • 6 cups cauliflower florets • ½
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The amount of plastic waste produced globally is on track to triple to over 1,000 million tons by 2060. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) report predicts that developed countries will continue to produce the most plastic waste per person, although emerging regions like Africa and Asia are expected to experience the fastest
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