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Milking Ethiopia’s Dairy Potential: Business and Investment Opportunities
With a population surpassing 114 million and rapid urbanization, Ethiopia’s demand for dairy products is increasing. The country’s government has prioritized the dairy sector in its 10-year development plan, aiming to increase milk production from 4.69 billion to 11.8 billion litres by 2030. This growth presents a unique opportunity for dairy sector investment in Ethiopia.…
Read MorePioneering Black Soldier Fly Farming in Ethiopia
The Challenge: Tackling Ethiopia’s Organic Waste and Protein Deficit Ethiopia’s rapid urbanisation is generating increasing amounts of organic waste, causing soil and water pollution and contributing to the emissions of greenhouse gases. In addition, agricultural productivity in Ethiopia is severely constrained by a limited availability of protein for livestock and a lack of organic fertilisers…
Read MoreTurning Waste into Wealth: Circular Economy Opportunities in Ethiopia
Ethiopia’s rapid urbanization and economic growth have brought with them a significant rise in waste generation. Today, the country produces over 6 million tons of municipal solid waste annually, a figure projected to reach 10 million by 2030. With only 40% of waste collected and a mere 4% recycled, there is urgent need—and enormous potential—for…
Read MoreWater Accessibility and Vitality for Ethiopia (WAVE): A Sustainable Solution for Rural Drinking Water
In Ethiopia, access to clean and safe drinking water remains a critical challenge for millions. Despite abundant water resources, 87% of the population depends on unsafely managed drinking water services. A 2022 TRAIDE Foundation study on investment opportunities in Ethiopia’s water sector brought this issue into sharp focus. It revealed that 40% of water supply…
Read MoreEmpowering Female Entrepreneurship in Tech and Agriculture
In April 2024, TRAIDE Foundation, in collaboration with Ice Addis, Studio.Why, ITC, Care Ethiopia, and UN Women, hosted the Women in Tech Hackathon in Addis Ababa. The event brought together 23 young women to tackle key challenges in Ethiopia’s agricultural sector through technology and entrepreneurship. Over the course of three days, participants developed sustainable, market-driven…
Read MoreDigital Transformation in Rwanda’s TVET Sector: CREATE Project Approach
The Rwanda TVET Board (RTB), established under the Ministry of Education, is responsible for promoting Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). RTB aims to provide comprehensive, locally curated resources to its students. TVET is recognized within the National Strategic Plan in Rwanda as essential for economic growth. The TVET sector is targeted to generate…
Read MoreRevolutionizing Clean Cooking in Rwanda: Partners in Pellets
TRAIDE Rwanda, supported by the Dutch embassy, conducted a comprehensive study of Rwanda’s cooking landscape. The findings revealed that in Rwanda, traditional biomass remains the primary source of cooking for 98% of households. This dependence has threatening consequences for health, the economy, and the environment. Indoor air pollution from cooking fires excessively harms women and…
Read MoreStrengthening Rwanda’s Potato Farming with High-Quality Seeds: Potato Impact Alliance
Rwandan farmers struggle to produce high-quality ware potatoes, suitable for processing or market sale. This issue stems largely from the use of poor-quality seeds. Ideally, farmers need a steady supply of good seeds with varieties suited to the local climate and resistant to disease. To achieve the desired quantity and quality of seeds, seed multiplication…
Read MoreFixing the Pipes: Innovative Solutions for Ethiopian Water Infrastructure
Ethiopia faces serious water management problems that threaten its long-term development. Communities struggle to access clean water due to old and broken infrastructure. This is especially true in Dire Dawa, the second most populous city in Ethiopia. The city entirely depends on groundwater for its supply, which is three times less than the water demand.…
Read MoreBeyond Boundaries: Transforming Last-Mile Distribution in Ethiopia
Have you ever wondered how goods reach the most remote areas of Ethiopia, a country with diverse and often challenging landscapes? This journey, vital for economic growth and service accessibility, presents unique challenges and opportunities that beckon innovative solutions and investments. A Market on the Rise Ethiopia, Africa’s second-most populous nation, is experiencing rapid economic…
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