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Founded in 2024 by Hiwet (Lily) Legesse, Lee Lega Store was born from a passion to introduce the rich cultural heritage of Ethiopia to the world in a modern, accessible way. With a vision to honor Ethiopian traditional values, the store seeks to offer authentic products while combining them with contemporary aesthetics to appeal to a global […]
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Ethiopia, home to some of the world’s finest sesame seeds from the Humera region, is now producing tahini that meets top international standards—thanks to KROTAJ Tahini Manufacturers PLC. This international joint venture, based near the heart of Ethiopia’s sesame belt, is redefining what it means to produce high-quality, traceable, and nutritious tahini locally. Using sesame
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Afro Maya, the vibrant heart of Afro Maya, is more than just a fashion brand—it’s a cultural movement. Founded on the belief that style should celebrate individuality and heritage, Afro Maya merges contemporary trends with timeless cultural influences to create unique, high-quality pieces. Their mission is clear: empower people to express themselves confidently through fashion
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There’s a new name on the jewelry scene — but the story behind it goes back generations. Zbello by Arsiema launched in April and is already turning heads for its blend of Ethiopian gold tradition and modern design. Founded by Naomi Zbello, daughter of Weyzero Arsiema Gebreselassie and Ato Yemane Zbello, the brand is born
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‘Art for good’ was launched on 19 October 2024 at the newly created CANVAS creative event space as part of the 10th Anniversary of the Culture Club Art Tour. Emerging from the concept of the Art Tour, which combines support and exposure for Ethiopian artists while generating financial support for the artistic community, ‘Art for
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NOVEMBER 16, 2024 @UNECA at 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM The Diplomatic Charity Bazaar is an annual event that unites local and international communitiesin their efforts to raise funds for charitable activities in Ethiopia and it attracts thousands of visitors. Organized by the Diplomatic Spouses Group Ethiopia (DSGE) in cooperation with Prologue, the Bazaar showcases
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Bere Sericulture produces beautiful silk materials and garments for the local and international markets. Bere Sericulture production begins with the cultivation of castor and mulberry plants to rear silkworms by feeding them the plant leaves. The cocoons produced by the silkworms are then processed into silk threads. This process also disseminates the necessary technology and
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Creative Hub Ethiopia located across from the Wabe Shebelle Hotel, supports creative innovators, designers and SMEs in various fields by deepening their understanding of global design and industrial concepts, providing state-of-the-art working tools and resources, and enhancing the link between young innovators, industrial and governmental entities. Their Third Year Anniversary, celebrated on 27 May 2024,
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Ethiopian Meron Abraha Berhe is one of the fashion designers selected for the fashion residency The Briitsh Council initiative TechStitched Fashion Residency Programme is all about creative exchange and cross-cultural engagement where fashion designers hailing from the Hub of Africa, Accra, Swahili, South Africa, and Lagos Fashion Weeks’ stages, converged in Ethiopia for an immersive
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“Like weaving threads to create good fabric, we need to weave friendships to create a fair, cooperating society.” Firew KonjoThe Gamo, located in the highlands of southwestern Ethiopia, are known to be some of the finest weavers in all of Ethiopia.Firew Konjo of Shimena from Arbaminch (formerly Jano Handicraft Cooperative), grew up in the Gamo
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