When you think of landing a role at a big NGO in Ethiopia, it often seems like the only way in is through a friend of a friend, a family tie, or some secret handshake at a networking event. My uncle, however, defied that assumption. Armed with nothing but grit, genuine passion, and a few … Read more
In Ethiopia, where unemployment and economic hardships are constant challenges for young people because of many factors in the country, it’s easy to believe that success belongs only to those with money, connections, or luck. But my friend Abel proved that is not correct every time. With no chance of education, no powerful relatives, and … Read more
My friend was having trouble a few years ago. He had recently graduated from university but was unable to find employment, like many young people in Addis Ababa, as you know, because of many factors. I will share with you the reason and the solution in another post. He applied for jobs in customer service, … Read more