The Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) Holds SEED Stakeholder Meeting to Promote Job Creation and Entrepreneurship in Tigray News post@ DW TV Tigray
Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) - Ethiopia
Professional Training and Coaching
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa 11,417 followers
Inspiring Entrepreneurship
About us
The Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) is a quasi-governmental entity established under the framework of the Entrepreneurship Development Program (EDP). To facilitate the realization of the entrepreneurship development goals set in the government’s Growth and Transformation Plan (GTP), the Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, represented by the Ministry of Urban Development and Housing (MoUDHo), in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), formulated and introduced an innovative entrepreneurship and enterprise development initiative, namely the Entrepreneurship Development Program (EDP), which was officially launched in February 2013. The Entrepreneurship Development Center (EDC) is the implementing entity of the EDP which is administered by the Federal Urban Job Creation and Food Security Agency (FUJCFSA) within the Ministry of Urban Development and Housing (MoUHo). EDC has its headquarters based in Addis Ababa with regional offices in Bishoftu, Hawassa, Bahir Dar, and Makelle. The regional offices serve all cities within the particular region. The programme aims to identify growth-oriented enterprises as well as potential entrepreneurs, unemployed youth and women nationwide and provide them with direct support to enhance their entrepreneurial skills and competencies to establish and operate profitable, competitive businesses on a sustainable basis.
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External link for Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) - Ethiopia
- Industry
- Professional Training and Coaching
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2013
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Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa 1000, ET
Employees at Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) - Ethiopia
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Desalegn Tesfaw
Marketing Manager, Qelem Meda Technologies (QMT) Lecturer at Wollo University
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Firew Zewde
Certified Master Trainer of Entrepreneurship, Master Business Development Service Advisor
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Tsegaye Hagos
Counselling Psychologist/ Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist/ Certified Master Trainer
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Tesfamichael T. (MBA, CPBA, CMC, DipIFR, DIPSAS, CDMS)
Partner at iPass Training and Consultancy
Updates
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EDI Holds SEED Stakeholder Meeting to Promote Job Creation and Entrepreneurship in Tigray The Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) Tigray Regional Office convened a successful SEED program stakeholder meeting in Mekelle on October 17, 2024. The meeting brought together key representatives from various sectors to discuss job creation and entrepreneurship initiatives in the Tigray region. Participants, including government officials, TVET colleges, and community leaders, expressed their strong support for the SEED program and its contribution to post-war recovery efforts. #Ethiopia #edi #SEED #Tigray #jobcreation #TVET
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Bruh ICT Innovation Competition for Women Startup Founders Concludes with 10 Winners Sharing 1 Million Birr in Prizes today. The ICT Innovation competition for women startup founders, organized by the Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) in collaboration with various partners, concluded successfully today. A total of 37 women innovators participated in the event, presenting their technological innovations and entrepreneurial projects. The closing ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including Dr. Belete Molla, Minister of Innovation and Technology, who emphasized the critical role of women in driving the nation's economic growth. He noted that excluding women from technological opportunities impedes overall national progress. The competition aimed to increase digital engagement among women, providing an exclusive platform for female entrepreneurs to compete and gain support. Mr. Solomon Soka, State Minister of Labor and Skills, underscored the importance of encouraging women to take the lead in sectors like e-commerce, education, and healthcare, where they often encounter unique challenges. Dr. Hasen Hussen, CEO of the EDI, also addressed the gathering, assuring the participants that they would receive ongoing support to help develop and expand their innovative projects. The event represents a significant milestone in empowering women in the fields of technology and innovation, reinforcing the commitment to fostering inclusive growth in Ethiopia's digital economy. #edi #ethiopia #MoLS #undp #MinT #women #Innovation #ict #bruh #startups
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Bruh Women Startup Founders Program ICT Innovation sector Continues with Design your Venture Training The Bruh Women Startup Founders Program, which began earlier this week at ICT Park, continued successfully. The program, organized by the Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) in collaboration with key partners including MoLS, MinT, UNDP, and others. It focused on empowering selected 70 women-led tech startups through intensive training, mentorship, award,and networking opportunities. The sessions saw enthusiastic participation, with attendees gaining valuable insights on business growth and innovation strategies. The 10-day boot camp is helping to strengthen the role of women in Ethiopia’s ICT ecosystem. #women #ict #innovation #edi #mols #Ethiopia #bruh
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EDI Launches Women Founders Program A training, mentorship and networking program for female startup founders capped off by financial assistance was started two days ago at the ICT park. https://lnkd.in/etw4QFPf @shegahq
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Empowering women startups in the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Today, the Brhu Women Startup Founders Program officially launched at ICT Park, celebrating an initiative designed to empower 70 women startups in the tech sector. Organized by the Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) in collaboration with various governmental and non-governmental organizations. The program aims to provide training, mentorship, and networking opportunities to help female founders grow their startups and drive innovation. The boot camp took place over the next 10 days, bringing together women startups and aspiring entrepreneurs from across the country. It supports and highlights women’s contributions to the ICT field. #women #ict #innovation #edi #mols #Ethiopia #bruh