Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health Science, Hawassa University, 2010

• Public Health Professional Specialist and Junior Researcher at Dilla University for 4 and half years  
• Environmental Health Officer at Dilla University, Teferi Kela Health Center and Hasse Haro Health Centes for a total of 4 years and 10 months. 
• Occupational Health and Safety officer at Yeroam consultancy for 10 months

Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services are a basic human right. Under Sustainable Development Goal 6, the United Nations aimed to ensure universal and equitable access to water, sanitation, and hygiene for all by 2030. Despite, majority of the healthcare facilities lack basic WASH services lagging far behind the SDGs 2025 target in Ethiopia. In Ethiopia, the critical challenge of inadequate Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) services within healthcare facilities poses a significant threat to public health with only limited facilities having improved water source and sanitation facilities. The challenges hampering the provision lies critical issues within the governance structures overseeing WASH initiatives in healthcare institutions. Therefore this study adopts a governance approach to comprehensively investigate and understand the dynamics of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) governance within the Ethiopian health care system.

1. 1. Afework A., Tamene A., Tafa A. Compliance with standard occupational health and safety measures and associated factors among small-scale metal industry workers in Central Ethiopia. Risk Management and Healthcare Policy. 2024, 17:  

• Afework A., Tamene A., Tafa A. Musculoskeletal disorders and its associated factors among hospital cleaners in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Scientific Reports. 2024, 14:2887

1. 1. Afework A., Tamene A.,Tesfaye A., Abera T., Gemede S. The prevalence of occupational accidents and the associated factors among Janitorial staffs at a University Teaching hospital in South Ethiopia. Risk Management and Healthcare Policy. 2023, 16:1499-1507
   2. Tamene A, Habte A, Tagesse M, Afework A. Exploring associations between household environmental factors and Hand washing with essential agents in sub-Saharan Africa. PLoS ONE, 2023, 18:6.
   3. Afework A., Tamene A., Tesfaye A., Abera T., Gemede S. Status and factors affecting Patient Safety Culture at Dilla University Teaching Hospital: A mixed Method cross-sectional study. Risk management and healthcare policy. 2023, 16:1157-1169.
   4. Tamene A, Habte A, Tagesse M, Meles T, Wale ZS, Afework A. Using Household Survey Data to Explore the Effects of Domiciliary Environment on Weight at Birth: A multilevel mixed-effects analysis of the 2016 Ethiopian Demographic Health Survey. BMC pregnancy and childbirth. 2023, 23:194
   5. Tamene A, Habte A, Woldeyohannes D, Tamrat H, Endale F, Eajo T, Afework A. Water treatment at the point-of-use and treatment preferences among households in Ethiopia: A contemporaneous systematic review and Meta-analysis. PLoS ONE. 2022, 17(10): e0276186
   6. Tamene A, Habte A, Derilo H, Endale F, Gizachew A, Afework A, Sulamo D. Time to return to work after an occupational injury and its Prognostic factors among Employees of Large scale Metal Manufacturing Factories in Ethiopia: a Retrospective Cohort. Environmental Health Insight. 2022, 16:1-11

• Tamene A,Habte A,Woldeyohannes D., Afework A, etal. Food Safety practice and associated factors in Public Food Establishments of Ethiopia: A systematic review and Meta –Analysis. PLoS ONE. 2022, 17(5):e0268918.
• Afework A., Hunachew B., Ermias A., Tamene A. Moving up the Sanitation ladder: a study of the Coverage and Utilization of Improved Sanitation Facilities and Associated factors among Households in Southern Ethiopia. Environmental Health Insights, 2022, 16: 1–11.

1. Ashuro Z., Diriba K., Afework A., etal. Assessment of Microbiological quality of indoor air at different hospital sites of Dilla University: Across sectional study. Environmental Health Insight. 2022, 16:1-8.
2. Tamene A, Afework A. Exploring barriers to the adoption and utilization of improved latrine facilities in rural Ethiopia: An Integrated Behavioral Model for Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (IBM-WASH) approach. PloS one. 2021, 11;16(1):e0245289
3. Tamene A, Afework A, Mebratu L. A Qualitative Study of Barriers to Personal Protective Equipment Use among Laundry Workers in Government Hospitals, Hawassa, Ethiopia. Journal of Environmental and Public Health. 2020, 5146786.

M.A in International Relations, AAU (2013).

B.A in Political Science and International Relations with minor in Public Administration and Development Management, AAU (2009).

Graduate Assistant, Lecturer, Dire Dawa University, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia.

This study will provide a rights-based analysis of the environmental protection and governance in the city of Addis Ababa. Accordingly, the limitations of the existing environmental instruments, institutions and practices will be assessed from the human rights perspective. Subsequent, the possible contributions of the rights-based approach to remedy the limitations and to enhance the environment-related development endeavours of the city will be explored. The data will be collected from primary and secondary sources. Particularly, the primary data will be mainly collected from the key informants through the key informant interviews. The analysis will be informed by the relevant judgments and other deliberations of the regional and global human rights bodies and by the pertinent policies and practices of the intergovernmental and nongovernmental organizations and the development cooperation agencies. The study will set recommendations that may contribute for the effectiveness of the ongoing, planned and future green initiatives and the environment-related development activities of the city.

1. ‘Intra-system dynamism and the rights-based approach to the environment under the ECtHR’, International Journal of Public Law and Policy, 2023, Vol. 9, No. 3, DOI: 10.1504/IJPLAP.2023.131992. 
2. ‘Regional Human Rights Institutions: A Comparison of the European and the African Human Rights Systems’, East African Journal of Peace and Human Rights, June 2014, Vol. 20, No. 1, pp.44-67.
3. Eritrea’s Relation with IGAD and the OAU/AU: the Domestic and International Dynamics’, Turkish Journal of International Relations, Fall 2014, Vol. 13, No.3, pp.1-11, DOI: 10.21599/ATJIR.72052

• 1 & ½ Years: Junior Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation & Feedback Expert at Ministry of Construction, Ethiopia.
• 1 year: Assistant Lecturer at Wolkite University, Ethiopia. 
• 4 & ½ Years: Lecturer at Wolkite University, Ethiopia.   

Informal settlements in Ethiopia, particularly in Addis Ababa are traced to a lack of enlightenment of the public on planning regulations, unwillingness to accept laid down regulations, and the high cost involved in getting the right land. Addis Ababa is the capital city of Ethiopia many people are migrating to Addis Ababa, and it creates great tension for administration and the hastening of social-related turmoil in the country. Accordingly, it requires urgent solutions for the issues through deep and nearly investigation in the communities and cooperation with government stakeholders. The general objective of the study is to investigate slum and squatter settlement challenges and the issues of informal settlement regularization in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia through the employment of qualitative research approach. Specifically, the study will attempts to investigate the prevailing factors of squatter settlement in Addis Ababa; explore the challenges of slum and squatter settlement on household livelihood; examine the government’s failures to implement land and settlement policies; and understand affordable price issues associated with informal settlement regularization.

1. https://europa.eu/europass/eportfolio/screen/redirect-external?url=https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/23311886.2022.2058679
2. https://europa.eu/europass/eportfolio/screen/redirect-external?url=https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s43621-023-00161-7

• MA: Journalism and communications (Public relations and strategic communications)
• BA: Political science and international relations

• Deputy Editor-in-Chief (Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation, July 2018 – present)
• Editor (Addis Media Network-formerly Addis Ababa Mass Media Agency, 5 years)
• Reporter (Akaki Kaliti Sub city Administration
• Communication Affairs Office, 2.5 years)

Media can play a significant role both in promoting development, or, conversely, it can be used for the derailment of development. So the main objective of the proposed study is to compare and contrast the coverage of sustainable development issues by state-owned and privately-owned media outlets in Ethiopia. This allows the determination of whether the ownership structure of media outlets influences their coverage of sustainable development. I believe this study will be significant in bringing a positive impact on the understanding of the complex relationship between media ownership, and sustainable development.

1. Daniel Bisset (2019). ‘Seleme-cracy’, PUBLISHER. [Poetry collection]
2. Daniel Bisset (2017). ‘Mexico buna’na shay’, PUBLISHER. [Short stories]
3. Daniel Bisset (2014). ‘Afer bla’, PUBLISHER. [Poetry collection]
4. Daniel Bisset (2012).’Yetach sefer qeldoch’, PUBLISHER [Short stories]

• Masters of Arts degree in Federal and Governance Studies, from Addis Ababa University (AAU)  on 22nd June 2012
• BA Degree in Sociology and Social Anthropology on  July 2008 from AAU.

In 2019, he participated in a study on ‘Mass Based Societies’ commissioned by Ministry of Peace, Ethiopia from April 2018- November 2019. 

In 2020, he participated in a study of the impact of COVID 19 on the essential services provided by the Ethiopian red cross for the vulnerable migrants. 

Added to that, his consultancy included producing white papers ‘Youth and Governance’ and ‘Youth and Climate change which is deposited at the Website of Talent Youth Association (https://tayaeth.org/resources/   )

Out of his voluntary engagement, until now he is serving as a member of organizing committee for ‘HoHE awards’ since 2017.  Also, he is a member of executive board of Ethio-Think Tank Group. 

On the other hand,, his commentary and OP-ED has appeared on Capital newspaper,  and Addis Insight.  Added to that, he regularly blog through https://eyobasfaw.wordpress.com/ 

This study will examine the linkage between (un-) employment and governance in a manner of diagnosing the causes, structural challenges, issues of policy coherence/incoherence, with all actors in its governance spectrum. By and large, the interface between the (un-)employment and its congruent multi-sectorial policy implementation will be studied employing the rational steps of quant+ Qual drawn from mixed approach. Therefore this PhD research will cover the congruence between the (un-) employment and multi-sectorial policy implementation drawing from empirical evidences generated down the line from 1974 to date.The rationale of the study relies on the fact that the unequivocal need to illuminate empirical knowledge’s on unemployment governance area through igniting debates on methodological/conceptual tools of how to approach the study on unemployment governance. In corollary, the furtherance of ontological understanding on the global knowledge on unemployment governance would be emboldened.

• “Revamping Youth Agency for Customary Conflict Resolutions” presented at Arbaminch University from April 25-26, 2023 ;
• “Trends of Civic & Ethical Education for Democratic Consolidation: Implicating the Possibility of Mainstreaming ACDEG” , Ethiopian Journal of Behavioral Studies (EJoBS),  Volume 02 Number 02.( 2019);  
• ‘The Role of Non-State Actors in Ethiopia’s Political Reform in April 2018’,  In International Symposium on Ethiopian Studies and China-Ethiopia Relations,  29 Sept. 2019, in Tianjin University of Technology & Education. Tianjin. China;
• “Recapitalizing the recent Ethiopian political Transition for the Periphery”, in ‘Social and Ideological Movement in Ethiopia’.  September 2021. Tianjin University of Technology & Education. Tianjin. China ;
•  “African Union to Optimize Youth Participation for a Peaceful Society: a Call for institutionalizing Youth Delegate program”, published via Scholars Press: Mauritius (2017);   
• “Endogenous and exogenous factors for volatility of Diaspora Politics: the discourses of Ethiopian, Rwandese and Kenyan diasporas” ,  International Conference on Enfranchising African Diaspora,  Institute of African Studies, University of Ibadan,   Nigeria, from  20 to 23 June 2017;  
• “The recent attack in Gambella and its implications for humanitarian operations”, in Horn of Africa Bulletin, Volume 28 Issue 2, March-April 2016.

• MA: Peace and Security (Addis Ababa University, ## year)
• MA: in Political Science (Indira Gandhi National Open University, ## year)
• LLB: Law (Haramaya University, ## year)

• Head (National Dialogue Committee, Ethiopian Citizens for Social Justice Party (EZEMA), 4 years)
• Member (National Executive Committee, Ethiopian Citizens for Social Justice Party (EZEMA), 6 years)
• Attorney (NAME OF LAW OFFICE, 4 years)
• Manager (Legal Research and Advisor, United Bank S.C. 10 years)

Eyob’s research intends to explore the intersection of development, peace and security, and political science. His proposed dissertation research focuses on understanding the impact of international aid on national development.

This research aims to analyze and examine the long-term effects of USAID aid on Ethiopia’s economic development. The main focus will be on whether this assistance has fostered aid dependency or sustainable growth. The study will explore the role USAID plays in shaping Ethiopia’s policy making landscape, it will examine how aid programs influence economic decision making and also examines the role this aid plays in the development of key sectors like health and agriculture. The research will also assess whether USAID funded projects have left a lasting impact with a special focus on the sustainability of these programs after donor withdrawal. By studying the particular case of USAID in Ethiopia, the research intends to examine interplay between foreign aid and its dependency, its effect on indigenous development efforts, and influence the country’s path towards economic independence and development. The research will employ both qualitative and quantitative methods to explore the complexities of aid dependency in the Ethiopian context.

He aims to bring multidimensional academic and work experience to bring a novel insight into the impact of aid on Ethiopia’s development and sustainability.

• MA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Addis Ababa University
• MED in Mathematics, Addis Ababa University
• BED in Mathematics, Addis Ababa University
• Associate Degree in Business Management, University of People

1. Provost, Gibson College
2. Lecturer and Department Head, Lunar International College
3. Principal, Birhan International School
4. Customer Service Representative & Tender Analyst, LOE
5. Teacher and Subject Matter Expert, Gibson School

(if any) 

1. Abera, F. (2021). Critical Success Factors of Small and Medium Sized Enterprises in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: Structural Model. GSJ, 9(9): ISSN 2320-9186.
2. Abera, F. (2017). Supply Chain Modeling For Oil Companies: In The Case Of Libya Oil Ethiopia Limited, School of Commerce.

Currently, security issues are the most critical dismay of the community in developing nations on the ground. The media sphere of influence to promote peaceful and inclusive societies to attain sustainable development goals will be examined. Methodologically speaking, a mixed approach will be applied. The experiences of editors, reporters, media managers, public relations practitioners, social media activists, and opinion and religious leaders who are living in Mekelle, Aksum, Adigrat, and Maychew will be entertained. I will use agenda-setting and framing theories as frameworks. In societies like Tigrai, which are in a post-conflict environment, the role of media is irreplaceable for genuine participation and inclusion with another agent. So, this research will explore the role and how media creates spheres of influence to promote peaceful and inclusive societies intending to make development sustainable.  

1. The Role of Indigenous Communication Practices for Conflict Management in Shared Boundaries among Neighbors, 2016 (on pipelines for publication)
2. Conflict Narrative Approaches of Tigrains in Mainstream Media during Post-EPRDF, 2022 (on pipelines for publication, the medium of the text is in Tigrigna)

• Master of Science in Population Studies (Reproductive Health), Addis Ababa University, September 2020 – June 2022
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science Professional, Addis Ababa University, September 2008 – June 2012
• Diploma in Clinical Nurse, Alkan Health Science Business and Technology College, January 2003 – June 2005

• Addis Ababa Health Bureau and Addis Ababa HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Office

Multi- Sectoral HIV/AIDS Response Team Leader        July 8, 2019 – Present

• Addis Ababa HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Office

Project Appraisal and Resource Mobilization Expert  June 8, 2017 – July 7, 2019

• Addis Ababa HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Office

Social Mobilization and HIV/AIDS Mainstreaming Coordinator    

August 7, 2013 – June 7, 2017

• Addis Ketema k/ketema Sub city Health Office in HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Core Process

Social Mobilization and HIV/AIDS Mainstreaming Coordinator     

September 11, 2012 -August 6, 2013

• Addis Ketema k/ketema Sub city Health Office in Health Service Delivery Core Process

Clinical Health Service Delivery Monitoring Expert     

January 10, 2012 – September 5, 2012

• Addis Ketema k/ketama Sub city Woreda 7 Health Center in Triage Case Team  

Senior Clinical Nurse   July 8, 2009 – January 9, 2012

• Addis Ketema k/ketama Sub city Woreda 7 Health Center 

Junior Clinical Nurse    May 9, 2007 – July 7, 2009

• Alkan Health College in Nursing Department

Assistant Instructor        October 20, 2005 – November 27, 2006

Adolescents and young people over 1.8 billion worldwide. Sub-Saharan Africa has a notable concentration of youthful people. Additionally, compared to the other, they make up 42% in the Ethiopian setting. Youth and adolescents seen as the shapers of the world’s future. In adolescent and young adults, quality of life develops into a dynamic and mental state that is related with their view of health as well as their goals, hopes and expectations for their current and future circumstances. Within the framework of the sustainable development goals of the United Nations Development Program, quality of life in all of its forms is a crucial factor. Ethiopian adolescent and young people continue to face numerous obstacles and inequalities. Assessments concerning the inequalities in health-related quality of life among young people who are at risk are lacking. In order to close this gap and offer a novel perspective on the quality of life experienced by Ethiopian youth and adolescents. 

The relationship between viral load status and fertility intention of HIV-positive women of reproductive ages in Addis Ababa: A hospital based study

Hirut Alemayehu1 *; Chalachew Getahun2 1 Six Selected Public Hospitals, Department of ART, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. 2 Center for Population Studies, College of Development Studies, Addis Ababa University, Sidist Kilo Campus 1176, Ethiopia

Name

LUKE KSMSIJS TEMBO 

• Masters Social-Legal Studies (Merit), University of Zimbabwe, 2018
• Post Graduate Diploma, Social Accountability, Rhodes University (2010) 
• Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, University of Malawi, 2008

Prior, I have worked as a Special Law Commissioner for the Malawi Law Commission, National Director for the Malawi Human Rights Defenders Coalition, Country Manager for Ipas Malawi and the Communications and Advocacy Officer for the Centre for Human Rights and Rehabilitation (Malawi) 

My research aims at strengthening pathways in the utilization of the human rights based approaches in achieving sustainable development across the continuum of stakeholders and institutions anchoring the decentralization structures in Malawi. 

The study interrogates the extent at which local government players and institution have embraced and utilized the four pronged human rights based approaches namely Global compliance, Programming, Legal Motivation and Rights talk. (Gauri & Gloppen, 2012) on the sustainable development trajectory. 

• MSc: Construction engineering and management (Jimma University, Ethiopia, year#)
• BSc: Construction technology and management (Wollega University, Ethiopia year#)

• Lecturer (Wollega University, 1 year)
• Lecturer (Wollega University, Ethiopia, 2.7 years).

• MA: in Finance and Investment (NAME OF UNIVERSITY, Ethiopia, year#)
• MA: in Management specialization in Quality Management and
• Organizational excellence (NAME OF UNIVERSITY, Ethiopia, year#)
• BSc: Electrical and Computer Engineering (NAME OF UNIVERSITY, Ethiopia, year#)

• Owner (BH&F General Construction, Nov 2018 – present)
• Operation Manager (Lal-Mar Consultancy, Aug 2023 – present).
• Electrical site engineer (CGCOC Group Co. Ltd, 1 year)
• Office administrator (Dohwa Engineering, 3.3 years)

This study examines the role of finance in driving sustainable agricultural transformation in Ethiopia. As it stands, Despite its immense potential, Ethiopia’s agricultural sector faces challenges like low productivity and limited access to finance. Hence, smallholder farmers struggle to access formal financial services, mainly due to their lack of collateral and high interest rates. The study aims to address several research questions: 1) how does limited access to finance hinder sustainable agricultural transformation and reduces farmers’ ability to adopt new technologies; 2) how do different financial institutions impact agricultural productivity, income, and poverty reduction; 3) how does access to finance affect farmers’ adoption of sustainable practices and overall productivity; and, 4) what policies and frameworks can support effective financial solutions for sustainable agriculture? The study will use a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data (surveys) and qualitative data (literature review) from various sources. Also, data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) will be used to evaluate the efficiency of different financial institution.

• MA: Leadership (Leadstar College of Management & Leadership, Ethiopia, 2023)
• MA: Urban Management (Ethiopian Civil Service University, 2012)
• BA: Anthropology (Hawassa University, 2009)

• Team Leader & Coordinator-One-Stop Service (Housing Development & Administration Bureau, City Government of Addis Ababa, 3.5 years, present)
• Team Leader-Land Development (Housing Development & Administration Bureau, City Government of Addis Ababa, 2.0 years).
• Head (Land Development & Renewal, Nefas-Silk Lafto Subcity, 0.5 year)
• Deputy Head (Land Development & Management, Sebeta Municipality, 0.7 year)
• Process Owner (Land Development & Management, Sebeta Municipality, 1.9 years)
• Officer (Labor & Social Affairs Office, Sebeta Municipality, 7.3 years)

The study will examine the role of governance in the sustainablity of Addis Ababa City “Corridor Project”, with a focus on partnerships between the public and private sectors. It will identify key challenges, explore opportunities, and assess the effectiveness of collaboration between government institutions and private entities as a policy approach to enhance efficiency and sustainability.

A mixed-methods approach will be employed utilizing surveys, key informant interviews, and focus group discussions to collect primary data from relevant stakeholders. Secondary data will be analyzed to assess governance models, institutional frameworks, and policy mechanisms shaping the project’s implementation. The findings will contribute to the discourse on urban governance and sustainable development by providing policy recommendations to improve the efficiency, inclusivity and accountability of large-scale infrastructure initiatives. By addressing governance gaps and stakeholder dynamics, this research will support evidence-based policy making and strengthen governance practices in Ethiopia’s urban development sector.

• MA: Public Management & Policy-Development Management (Addis Ababa University, 2013)
• BA: Public Administration & Development Management (Addis Ababa University, 2009)

• Project Assistant (FAITH Project, 1.2 years)
• Lecturer (Kotebe University of Education, , 1.2 years)

This proposed PhD research aims to explore the intricate relationship between good governance and sustainable development in Ethiopia, with a particular focus on how governance practices influence the achievement of decent work for all, in alignment with SDG 8. The study will adopt a convergent parallel mixed-methods design, combining quantitative data from surveys and secondary datasets with qualitative insights from interviews and focus groups. This approach allows for a comprehensive analysis of governance factors impacting economic and labour outcomes. By proposing strategic governance reforms and interventions, this research seeks to enhance Ethiopia’s capacity to foster sustainable economic growth and improve decent work conditions, thereby contributing to social welfare and equitable job creation.

1. Bogale, B. & Gizat, E. (2021). Assessment of service quality and customers’ satisfaction in Addis Ababa city Light Rail Transit. Ethiopian Journal of Science and Sustainable Development, 8(2) , e-ISSN 2663-320.
2. Zewdie, B. B. (2020). Status, Challenges, and Prospects of the Ethiopian Developmental State (Emphasis on Democratic Governance). In Debela B.K., Bouckaert. G, Woreta M.A. & Gemechu D.T. (Eds.), Public Administration in Ethiopia: Case Studies and Lessons For Sustainable Development. ISBN: 9789461663634 Leuven University Press .
3. Bogale, B., Mossisa, M., Bogale, N., and Mesele, A. (2019). Sanitation in Borena Pastoral Community of Ethiopia: Pinpointing the Status and Challenges. Ethiopian Journal of Science and Sustainable Development. 6 (1), e-ISSN-2663-3205.
4. Bogale, B., Mossisa, M., Bogale, N., and Mesele, A. (2018). The Nature of Cross-Border Contraband Trade across the Main Route of Moyale – Hawassa. Berhan International Research Journal of Science and Humanities (BIRJSH), 2, (2).
5. Belayneh Bogale (2015). Analyses of Agricultural Development led Industrialization (ADLI) Policy’s Effectiveness in Ethiopia. Journal of Studies in Management and Planning. 1(11): 201-220.

• MSc: Accounting and Finance (Kotebe University of Education, 2023).
• MBA: Construction Management (Addis Ababa Science & Technology University, 2017).
• BA: Accounting (Adama University, 2008).

• Project finance coordinator (Addis Ababa University, 5.5 year).
• Senior Project accountant (Addis Ababa University, 2.1 years)
• Senior project accountant (Addis Ababa Housing Construction Project Office, 3.0 years)
• Junior accountant (Ethiopian Airport Enterprise, 1.0 year).

The research examines the role of green financing in Ethiopia’s sustainable development, emphasizing the importance of eco-friendly investments in promoting long-term economic growth and environmental protection. Green financing, which encourages innovation and supports environmentally conscious firms, has become more important in the global fight against climate change. Ethiopia, while committed to sustainability, faces barriers to efficiently employing green finance due to a lack of awareness, technical capabilities, and integration into financial systems. Despite current legislation and international backing, the flow of green cash is limited.

The study’s goal is to identify the factors that influence green funding in Ethiopia, assess its impact on sustainable development, and make policy recommendations to increase its efficacy. It will look at how green finance is used in important industries such as agriculture, renewable energy, and infrastructure.

The theoretical foundation is based on Sustainable Development Theory, which promotes balancing economic, environmental, and social needs. A mixed-method approach will be employed, and will rely on quantitative data collected through surveys and existing records, and doing qualitative research through interviews and document analysis. The findings seek to give policymakers practical insights towards improving the integration of green financing into Ethiopia’s development plan.

• MA: Regional and Local Development Studies (Addis Ababa University, 2023).
• BTh: Community Development (Evangelical Theological College, 2022).
• BA: Management (St. Mary’s University, 2021).
• BSc: Midwifery (Addis Ababa University, 2020).

• Founder (Tena-Link Digital Health, Ethiopia, 1.3 years, present).
• Research Assistant (College of Development Studies, AAU, 0.5 years).
• Qualitative Data Expert (TU HF International Consultancy Firm, Ethiopia, 0.5 year)
• Counselor & Trainer-Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health Right (Ethiopia Midwife Association, 0.3 year)

Adolescent health and development are pivotal to achieving sustainable development goals, particularly those related to health (SDG3) and gender equality (SDG5). However, adolescent girls in Africa, including Ethiopia, face significant reproductive health challenges due to limited access to accurate sexual reproductive health (SRH) information, social stigma, cultural taboos and inadequate youth-centered services. These gaps contribute to high rates of teenage pregnancies, menstrual health issues, and sexual transmitted infections. Digital health technologies, particularly menstrual tracking mobile apps, present an innovative opportunity to address these challenges. Globally, such technologies have been effective in improving SRH literacy, enabling self-management, and empowering users to make informed health decision. Despite their global success, the potential of menstrual tracking apps remains underutilized in Ethiopia. The main objective of the study is to explore digital health governance strategies to enhance the acceptance and sustainable utilization of menstrual tracking mobile apps among adolescent girls in Addis Ababa. It will employ a complementary design, integrating longitudinal (prospective cohort) and policy analysis framework (Delphi technique). Using a concurrent mixed-methods approach, the study will determine its sample size by the inverse square root method and adopt a multi-stage sampling strategy. Data analysis will involve Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), alongside thematic and descriptive analysis.

1. Gemecho, B. Petros & Bekele, Y.W. (2024). Determinants of menustral tracking mobile application acceptance among adolescent girls in Lafto sub-city, Addis Ababa. Ethiopian Journal of Development Research, 46(2), 139-164.

• MA: International Trade & Economic Cooperation – Industry & trade policy (University of Kyung Hee, S. Korea, 2018).
• MA: Business Administration (Leadstar College of Management & Leadership, Ethiopia, 2016).
• BA: Sociology & Social Work (Ambo University, 2013).

• State minister (Ministry of Labor and Skills, 1.3 years, present)
• Deputy commissioner (Ethiopian Investment Commission, 0 years)
• Project administrator (Boundary and Identify Issues Project, Addis Ababa University & ABII Commission, Ethiopia, # years)
• Adviser-Investment policy (Oromia Region President’s Office, 0.5 years).
• Researcher-Policy (Technology and Innovation Institute, Ethiopia, 1.2 years).
• Director-Research & development (Technology and Innovation Institute, Ethiopia, 1.1 years)
• Department head (Technology and Innovation Institute, Ethiopia, 2.0 years)

In Ethiopia, unemployment remains a pressing social and economic problem, despite the country registering tremendous economic growth over the last decade. As the result, policymakers have prioritized job creation, but there is still no consensus on which types of firms contribute the most to sustainable employment. The study explores how firm characteristics influence employment generation in Ethiopia, a country grappling with persistent unemployment despite experiencing strong economic growth in recent years. This study aims to bridge that gap by investigating whether firm size, age, and market orientation (exporting vs. domestic consumption) play a decisive role in job creation. Additionally, the study will examine how different policy measures introduced over the past decade have impacted employment trends, shedding light on the effectiveness of Ethiopia’s industrial and labour market policies. The research will be based on both primary and secondary data sources. The findings of this study will provide valuable insights for policymakers, enabling them to design more targeted and evidence-based interventions to enhance job creation. By identifying the most effective firm-level drivers of employment, the study aims to support the development of strategies that promote both the quantity and quality of jobs, ultimately contributing to Ethiopia’s long-term economic growth and poverty reduction.

• MSc: Environmental Science (Addis Ababa University, 2024)
• MSc: Fishery and Aquatic Science (Addis Ababa University, 2018)
• BSc: Applied Biology (Assosa University, 2014)

• Coordinator-Research & project (Nazareth Children Center & Integrated Development, Ethiopia, 0.3 year, present)
• Expert-Environment (Water Witness International, Ethiopia, 0.2 year)
• Team Leader-Environmental & health risks of rivers (Addis Ababa Environmental Protection Authority, 2 years, present)
• Teacher-General science (Super Academy School, Ethiopia. 1 year)

In Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, rapid urbanization and industrialization have led to an increase in municipal wastewater generation, resulting in significant environmental and public health challenges. Existing treatment facilities, such as the Kality wasterwater treatment plant (WWTP), struggle to comply with stringent effluent quality standards set by the WHO and the Ethiopian EPA. Despite employing conventional treatment methods, the effluent often contains unacceptable levels of residuals, organic matter, nutrients, and heavy metals, exceeding permissible limits for safe discharge and agricultural reuse. This inadequacy not only threatens local water bodies, but also hinders the potential for reusing treated wastewater in agriculture, which is vital for sustainable water management in the region. To address these challenges, this study aims to evaluate the effectiveness integrated treatment technologies using UASB, TF, and HSSFCW to improve effluent quality. By focusing on pollutant removal and agricultural reuse, the research supports sustainable water management in the region. Optimization of these integrated approaches is essential for meeting regulatory standards and enhances agricultural practices and food security, ultimately contributing to sustainable water management in Addis Ababa.

• MSc: Public Health (Addis Ababa University, 2024).
• Certificate: Global Health Diplomacy (State University of New York, 2023).
• BSc: Medical laboratory science (Addis Ababa University, 2021).

• Operational Coordinator (Alliance Care Now, 2.0 years)
• Training Specialist (Alliance Care Now, 3.0 years)
• Medical Laboratory Specialist (MCM/Korean Hospital, Ethiopia, 2.0 years)

Global health diplomacy (GHD) has become a cornerstone of international cooperation, addressing health challenges that transcend national borders and balancing the intersections of public health, international relations, and law. Establishing a governance mechanism in support of health and well-being is the second dimension of GHD. Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) face a host of systemic issues, including weak health systems, inadequate health financing, and an increased vulnerability to crises such as pandemics, climate-related disasters, and political instability. These challenges are compounded by fragmented governance structures that often fail to translate international agreements into effective national policies. Strengthening the capacity of LMICs to leverage GHD effectively could bridge gaps in governance, enhance health outcomes, and align national efforts with global sustainable development priorities. The objective of this research will be to explore the role of global health diplomacy in strengthening governance mechanisms, identify gaps in governance and propose actionable strategies to enhance stakeholder engagements in support of sustainable development in LMICs. A multi-theoretical approach will be employed drawing from Global Health Governance Theory, Multi-level Governance Theory, and Institutional Theory. A mixed-methods design, integrating qualitative (key informant interviews) and quantitative approaches (inferential statistics) will be used to provide a comprehensive analysis to inform policy making.

• MA: Regional and Local Development Studies (Addis Ababa University, 2024).
• MA: Business Administration (Sikkim Manipal University, 2011).
• BSc: Business Education, Office Administration & Office Technology  (Addis Ababa University, 2005).

• Assistant Coordinator (SIDA Project, Addis Ababa University, 7.0 years, present)
• Assistant Grant Coordinator (Addis Ababa University, 1.5 years)
• Advisor-Business Development (Entrepreneurship Development Institutte-Ethiopia, 1.1 years)
• Senior Expert-Research communication & dissemination (Addis Ababa University Press, 1.0 year)
• Campus Dean (Queen’s College, Ethiopia, 0.8 years)
• Audit Officer-Internal Quality (Queen’s College, Ethiopia, 2.8 years)
• Instructor & Head-Business Department (Queen’s College, Ethiopia, 3.0 years)
• Graduate Assistant (Royal University College, Ethiopia, 2.0 years)

The relationship between governance and sustainable development is multidimensional and critical. Effective governance structures are essential for achieving sustainable development goals as they ensure that policies and programs are implemented efficiently and equitably. This research aims to investigate how governance structures and Business Development Services influence sustainable economic growth, particularly those provided by the Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) in Addis Ababa.  The study will seek to assess the impact of these programs on the financial performance and sustainability of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), identify governance challenges, and propose recommendations for improving governance frameworks to support sustainable development.  The study will employ a mixed-methods approach, including case studies, surveys, and interviews, to provide comprehensive insights and contribute to both academic literature and policy-making.

• MSc: Population Studies – Reproductive Health (Addis Ababa University, 2021).
• BSc: Medical Radiology Technology (Addis Ababa University, 2016).

• Senior Medical Radiology Technologist (Gulele Subcity Woreda 7 Health Center, 3.8 years, present).
• Junior Medical Radiology Technologist (Arsema Medium Clinic, 0.5 year).
• Junior Medical Radiology Technologist (Addis Hiwot Hospital, 0.8 year).
• Head-Radiology Department (Chancho Primary Hospital,2.1 years).

The research proposal focuses on assessing Ethiopia’s progress towards achieving Sustainable Developmental, Goal 3, which aims to ensure global health and well-being for all at all ages, with a specific focus on maternal and child health. Even though Ethiopia has made significant strides in reducing maternal and child mortality, it still faces challenges in meeting SDG 3 targets. These challenges include inequalities in access to health care services, continuum of care, quality of health care services, and national security issues. Another challenge is related to the policies and strategic plans concerning maternal and child health.

Qualitative analysis will be employed using data from the Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey; and, auto-regressive integrated moving average (ARIMA) forecasting models will be employed to project future outcomes. Qualitative data collection will be done through interviews with key informants from government and non-governmental organizations.

In essence, this research aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of Ethiopia’s progress towards SDG 3, identify key challenges, and recommend strategies for improvement, ultimately contributing to the reduction of maternal and child mortality and the promotion of overall well-being.

1. Nolawit Kebede & Nigatu regassa (2021). Predictors of postnatal care supplements in Bole Sub-city health centers under COVID-19 environment: Analysis of service user’s perspective. Science Journal of Public Health, 9(6), 190-197.

• MSc: Agri-business & Value Chain Management (Jimma University, 2020)
• BSc: Agri-business & Value Chain Management (Wolkite University, 2018)

• Graduate Assistant/Lecturer (Wolkite University, 4.0 years)

Application of value chain approach will help in creating employment and sustainable agribusiness, as a powerful tool for addressing key issues such as job creation, poverty reduction, and environmental sustainability. This will help developing climate-smart agriculture: a holistic approach that addresses climate change effects on agricultural productivity and food security. It is composed of three interlinked pillars: 1) sustainablity increasing agricultural productivity and incomes; 2) adapting and building resilience to climate change and; 3) reducing and/or removing greenhouse gas emissions. This research proposal aims to conduct comprehensive, multi-dimensional research to identify opportunities and challenges in the agribusiness sector and develop strategies to strengthen agricultural value chains in central Ethiopia, with the aim of creating sustainable and inclusive agribusiness as a stepping stool towards agricultural commercialization in the region.

1. Saron Mebratu and Tilahun Kenea (2021). Review on adoption of selected improved agricultural technology on production of teff in Ethiopia.
2. Kenea, Tilahun, and Saron Mebratu (2020). Review on perception and adaptation strategies of smallholder farmer’s to climate change in Ethiopia. International Affairs and Global Strategy, 82: 15-24.
3. Gashaw, Bizualem Assefa & Saron Mebratu Kibret (2018). The role of Ethiopian Commodity Exchange (ECX) in crop value chain development in Ethiopia. International Journal of Business and Economic Research, 7: 183.
4. Gashaw, Bizualem Assefa, and Saron Mebratu Kibret (2018). Factors influencing Farmers’ membership preferences in agricultural cooperatives in Ethiopia. American Journal of Rural Development, 6(3): 94-103.

• MA: Public Management & Policy – Public policy (Addis Ababa University, 2011)
• BA: Business Management (Adama University, 2006)

• Lecturer/Researcher (Ethiopian Civil Service University, 9.5 years)
• Graduate Assistant/Lecturer (Debre Markos University, 4.5 years)

Ill- informed policies affect countries negatively and force them to lack sustainable development outcomes, as their decisions will not be grounded on reliable evidence that have the potential to solve the real problem on the ground. This study aims to assess the practices and challenges of using evidence informed policy making as basis for sustainable policy outcomes in the Ethiopian Home grown economic reforms.  The study will also examine how evidence-informed policymaking can serve as a driver for sustainable development and its determinants. The study will employ a concurrent mixed methodological approach with a descriptive and analytical design that is deemed appropriate for in-depth understanding of evidenced informed policy making. Primary and secondary data sources will be used to collect data. Secondary data will be collected through desk reviews on both academic and policy publications such as reports and policy briefs and primary data will be collected through questionnaires and key informants interviews (KIIs) from various stakeholders. Finally, based on the major findings, policy implications will be provided that can shape the policy making landscape of the country.

1. Selamawit W & Tsega G/kristos (2024). Gender inequality in youth employment in urban Ethiopia: Trends and policy implications, British Journal of Multidisciplinary and Advanced Studies, 5(3): 48-68.
2. Selamawit W. & Selam T. (2024). Consumer cooperatives in Addis Ababa: Practices, challenges and policy implications. Innovations Journal. 79(1): 35-56.
3. Ketsela W. & Selamawit W. (2021). Public participation vis-à-vis policy making: practices and challenges. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Educational Research, 10(4): 56-66
4. Afework G. & Selamawit W. (2021). Factors affecting the effectiveness of Ethiopian Legislature. Research on Humanities and Social Sciences
5. Selamawit W. (2021). Basis for Policy formulation: rational policy analysis or intuitive policy decision. Public Administration and Policy Research, 13(1): 11-19.
6. Afework G, Selamawit W & Dereje T., (2018). Practical power and effectiveness level of the FDRE legislature. Journal of Poverty, Investment and Development, 41: 41-55.
7. Abate G. & Selamawit W., (2015). Research-Policy linkage in Ethiopia: A focus on selected government institutions and research center. Public Policy and Administration Research, 5(9): 87-101.

Books

1. Tsega G, Zerihun B., Selamawit W, Habtamu A., & Lisan M (2025). “Do youth employment programs in Ethiopia produce the desired outcomes? “. Routledge Contemporary Africa PEP [Forthcoming].