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EWEA
The Ethiopia Women Entrepreneurs Association (EWEA) was established with the primary purpose of promoting and advancing the interests of women entrepreneurs in Ethiopia. EWEA aims to provide a unified platform for women across different regions and sectors to collaborate, grow their businesses, and contribute to the overall economic development of the country.
EWEA’s core values include a commitment to unity, collaboration, inclusivity, and diversity. The association strives to create an environment where women entrepreneurs can thrive by fostering a sense of unity among its members, encouraging collaboration, embracing diversity in its membership, and ensuring inclusivity, including women entrepreneurs with disabilities.
WHO WE ARE ?
Empowering Ethiopia’s Women Entrepreneurs, Uniting for Inclusive Growth
VISION
To be the voices of Ethiopian Women Entrepreneurs, serving as a strong platform that promotes trade among members and with external stakeholders
MISSION
To establish EWEA as a premier center of excellence, fostering an economically vibrant and dynamic national association for women entrepreneurs
OBJECTIVE
Facilitate and encourage member collaboration and idea exchange across regions.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia -Meskel Square, Ras Biru Street-Admas University College Building, 1st floor, Office Number 1
Zimbabwe House, 1st Floor
P.O. Box 1499
City Centre, Lilongwe
The Regional Enterprise Competitiveness and Access to Markets programme (RECAMP) is about boosting participation of the private sector in regional and global value chains. The programme does this through the improvement of the investment and business climate and enhanced competitiveness in the COMESA region.
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The 6th COMFWB Trade Fair and Business Conference, held in Addis Ababa in May 2025, convened 1200 participants and over 50 expert panelists for seven business conferences and a specialized masterclass. This pivotal event facilitated knowledge exchange, networking, and growth opportunities for women and youth entrepreneurs, addressing key themes such as leveraging regional trade agreements like the AfCFTA, enhancing access to finance and digital platforms, fostering institutional synergies, and promoting sustainable investments in green and circular economies. The conference, complemented by B2B platforms and a masterclass on AfCFTA and COMESA market opportunities for women, underscored a collective commitment to advancing regional integration and the economic empowerment of women and youth across Africa.
The 6th COMFWB Trade Fair and Business Conference, held in Addis Ababa in May 2025, convened 1200 participants and over 50 expert panelists for seven business conferences and a specialized masterclass. This pivotal event facilitated knowledge exchange, networking, and growth opportunities for women and youth entrepreneurs, addressing key themes such as leveraging regional trade agreements like the AfCFTA, enhancing access to finance and digital platforms, fostering institutional synergies, and promoting sustainable investments in green and circular economies. The conference, complemented by B2B platforms and a masterclass on AfCFTA and COMESA market opportunities for women, underscored a collective commitment to advancing regional integration and the economic empowerment of women and youth across Africa.
SESSION 1 and INAUGURAL CONFERENCE on"Enhancing participation of Women and Youth entrepreneurs in the AfCFTA :Harnessing COMESA, EAC, SADC, FTA for inclusive growth". At the end of the Conference, the panelists were convinced that to truly unlock the potential of the African Continental Free Trade Area(AfCFTA) for inclusive growth, a concerted effort must focus on significantly enhancing the participation of women and youth entrepreneurs.
SESSION 1 and INAUGURAL CONFERENCE on"Enhancing participation of Women and Youth entrepreneurs in the AfCFTA :Harnessing COMESA, EAC, SADC, FTA for inclusive growth". At the end of the Conference, the panelists were convinced that to truly unlock the potential of the African Continental Free Trade Area(AfCFTA) for inclusive growth, a concerted effort must focus on significantly enhancing the participation of women and youth entrepreneurs.
On May 7th, 2025, Ethiopian government officials and COMFWB representatives visited the 6th COMFWB Trade Fair in Addis Ababa, where approximately 250 women entrepreneurs from diverse sectors showcased their products and services over two days. This significant event provided crucial access to potential customers and strategic partners, enhanced brand recognition among key decision-makers, and facilitated the display of innovative products, highlighting the COMESA region's economic potential.
On May 7th, 2025, Ethiopian government officials and COMFWB representatives visited the 6th COMFWB Trade Fair in Addis Ababa, where approximately 250 women entrepreneurs from diverse sectors showcased their products and services over two days. This significant event provided crucial access to potential customers and strategic partners, enhanced brand recognition among key decision-makers, and facilitated the display of innovative products, highlighting the COMESA region's economic potential.
The successful 6th COMESA Business Women Federation (COMFWB) Trade Fair, held in Addis Ababa from May 7th to 9th, 2025, commenced with an opening ceremony graced by prominent figures including the COMESA Secretary General, Ethiopia's Speaker of the House and Minister of Trade, and COMFWB leadership from both the regional and Ethiopian chapters. This significant event drew over 250 participants, including women entrepreneurs from all 21 COMESA member countries, government officials, diplomats, and various stakeholders, who gathered to emphasize the importance of supporting women and youth in trade, recognized women's crucial role in the regional economy, and utilize the Trade Fair as a platform for trade, empowerment, and addressing existing challenges.
The successful 6th COMESA Business Women Federation (COMFWB) Trade Fair, held in Addis Ababa from May 7th to 9th, 2025, commenced with an opening ceremony graced by prominent figures including the COMESA Secretary General, Ethiopia's Speaker of the House and Minister of Trade, and COMFWB leadership from both the regional and Ethiopian chapters. This significant event drew over 250 participants, including women entrepreneurs from all 21 COMESA member countries, government officials, diplomats, and various stakeholders, who gathered to emphasize the importance of supporting women and youth in trade, recognized women's crucial role in the regional economy, and utilize the Trade Fair as a platform for trade, empowerment, and addressing existing challenges.
The 6th COMESA Federation of Women in Business Trade Fair and Business Conference in Addis Ababa, May 2025, will empower women and youth entrepreneurs across 21 COMESA member states by providing a platform for networking, B2B interactions, and knowledge sharing, with a focus on gender-responsive regional integration, green investments, and capitalizing on the opportunities within the African Continental Free Trade Area, featuring exhibitions, business talks, and matchmaking to address challenges like limited access to finance and markets, and ultimately celebrating innovation and achievement.
The 6th COMESA Federation of Women in Business Trade Fair and Business Conference in Addis Ababa, May 2025, will empower women and youth entrepreneurs across 21 COMESA member states by providing a platform for networking, B2B interactions, and knowledge sharing, with a focus on gender-responsive regional integration, green investments, and capitalizing on the opportunities within the African Continental Free Trade Area, featuring exhibitions, business talks, and matchmaking to address challenges like limited access to finance and markets, and ultimately celebrating innovation and achievement.
A well-attended meeting in Ethiopia, featuring influential figures and enthusiastic participants, promoted the 6th COMFWB Trade Fair and Business Conference, which aims to empower women entrepreneurs and capitalize on the opportunities presented by the COMESA, SADC, and EAC Free Trade Area, showcasing diverse sectors like agribusiness, technology, and finance, and culminating in a celebratory gala to recognize innovation.
A well-attended meeting in Ethiopia, featuring influential figures and enthusiastic participants, promoted the 6th COMFWB Trade Fair and Business Conference, which aims to empower women entrepreneurs and capitalize on the opportunities presented by the COMESA, SADC, and EAC Free Trade Area, showcasing diverse sectors like agribusiness, technology, and finance, and culminating in a celebratory gala to recognize innovation.
COMFWB and Ethiopia's MOTRI, led by Chairperson Maureen Sumbwe and State Minister Yasmine Wohabrebbi, held a press conference to announce the 6th COMFWB Trade Fair and Business Conference, taking place in Addis Ababa in May 2025 during COMESA Week. The event, themed "A Thriving COMESA Through Gender-Responsive Regional Integration," aims to empower women and youth entrepreneurs across 21 COMESA member states. It will address challenges like limited access to finance and markets, and will feature networking, B2B interactions, knowledge sharing, and business pitching, solidifying COMFWB's role in promoting women's integration into regional trade and development.
COMFWB and Ethiopia's MOTRI, led by Chairperson Maureen Sumbwe and State Minister Yasmine Wohabrebbi, held a press conference to announce the 6th COMFWB Trade Fair and Business Conference, taking place in Addis Ababa in May 2025 during COMESA Week. The event, themed "A Thriving COMESA Through Gender-Responsive Regional Integration," aims to empower women and youth entrepreneurs across 21 COMESA member states. It will address challenges like limited access to finance and markets, and will feature networking, B2B interactions, knowledge sharing, and business pitching, solidifying COMFWB's role in promoting women's integration into regional trade and development.
COMFWB and Ethiopia's Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration (MOTRI) convened a preparatory meeting on the Public Awareness events to promote the 6th COMFWB Trade Fair and Business Conference. The meeting discussions were focused on logistical planning, Regional delegation coordination, business conference agendas, award presentations, and public awareness strategies. Discussions between State Minister Yasmin Wohabrebi and COMFWB Chairperson Maureen Sumbwe centered on ensuring a successful event.
COMFWB and Ethiopia's Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration (MOTRI) convened a preparatory meeting on the Public Awareness events to promote the 6th COMFWB Trade Fair and Business Conference. The meeting discussions were focused on logistical planning, Regional delegation coordination, business conference agendas, award presentations, and public awareness strategies. Discussions between State Minister Yasmin Wohabrebi and COMFWB Chairperson Maureen Sumbwe centered on ensuring a successful event.
𝑬𝑾𝑬𝑨 𝒐𝒓 𝑪𝑶𝑴𝑭𝑾𝑩 𝑬𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒐𝒑𝒊𝒂 𝒔𝒖𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒇𝒖𝒍𝒍𝒚 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒂 10-𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒎 𝒕𝒐 𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓 40 𝒘𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏 𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒖𝒓𝒔
𝑬𝑾𝑬𝑨 𝒐𝒓 𝑪𝑶𝑴𝑭𝑾𝑩 𝑬𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒐𝒑𝒊𝒂 𝒔𝒖𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒇𝒖𝒍𝒍𝒚 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒂 10-𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒎 𝒕𝒐 𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓 40 𝒘𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏 𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒖𝒓𝒔
Ethiopian Women Entrepreneurs Empower Themselves at 10th African Conference A group of inspiring Ethiopian women entrepreneurs from the COMFWB Ethiopia Chapter participated in the 10th African Entrepreneurs Conference in Cape Town, South Africa. By attending workshops, engaging in business pitches, and networking with industry leaders, they gained valuable insights and skills to elevate their businesses.
Ethiopian Women Entrepreneurs Empower Themselves at 10th African Conference A group of inspiring Ethiopian women entrepreneurs from the COMFWB Ethiopia Chapter participated in the 10th African Entrepreneurs Conference in Cape Town, South Africa. By attending workshops, engaging in business pitches, and networking with industry leaders, they gained valuable insights and skills to elevate their businesses.
COMFWB Ethiopia recently empowered 50 women entrepreneurs in Arba Menchi with sustainable waste management solutions. A five-day training program covered waste characterization, reduction, segregation, recycling, upcycling, and relevant regulations. This initiative aims to promote a cleaner environment and create new economic opportunities for the community.
COMFWB Ethiopia recently empowered 50 women entrepreneurs in Arba Menchi with sustainable waste management solutions. A five-day training program covered waste characterization, reduction, segregation, recycling, upcycling, and relevant regulations. This initiative aims to promote a cleaner environment and create new economic opportunities for the community.
Ethiopia is gearing up to host the highly anticipated 6th COMFWB Trade Fair and Business Conference in May 2025. A recent meeting between Ethiopian government officials and the COMFWB Secretariat discussed preparations for this significant event, which aims to empower women entrepreneurs across the COMESA region. The Ethiopian government, in collaboration with the Ethiopian Women Entrepreneurs Association (EWEA) and the COMFWB Ethiopia Chapter, will spearhead the organization committee. The trade fair is expected to attract over 500 women entrepreneurs from 21 COMESA member states, providing them with a platform to showcase their products and services to a regional audience. The event will also feature a business conference, offering valuable insights and networking opportunities for participants. With a population of over 110 million, Ethiopia presents a vast and untapped market for women-owned businesses. The trade fair is poised to connect Ethiopian women entrepreneurs with new markets and business opportunities, contributing to economic growth and empowerment.
Ethiopia is gearing up to host the highly anticipated 6th COMFWB Trade Fair and Business Conference in May 2025. A recent meeting between Ethiopian government officials and the COMFWB Secretariat discussed preparations for this significant event, which aims to empower women entrepreneurs across the COMESA region. The Ethiopian government, in collaboration with the Ethiopian Women Entrepreneurs Association (EWEA) and the COMFWB Ethiopia Chapter, will spearhead the organization committee. The trade fair is expected to attract over 500 women entrepreneurs from 21 COMESA member states, providing them with a platform to showcase their products and services to a regional audience. The event will also feature a business conference, offering valuable insights and networking opportunities for participants. With a population of over 110 million, Ethiopia presents a vast and untapped market for women-owned businesses. The trade fair is poised to connect Ethiopian women entrepreneurs with new markets and business opportunities, contributing to economic growth and empowerment.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between the Ethiopian Women Entrepreneurs Association (EWEA) and the Groupement des Femmes Entrepreneurs de Madagascar officiel (GFEM) aims to promote collaboration and support for women entrepreneurs in the COMESA region. The MOU will focus on enhancing capacities, facilitating business opportunities, and promoting economic empowerment. The two organizations will also collaborate on networking, advocacy, access to finance, and market access
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between the Ethiopian Women Entrepreneurs Association (EWEA) and the Groupement des Femmes Entrepreneurs de Madagascar officiel (GFEM) aims to promote collaboration and support for women entrepreneurs in the COMESA region. The MOU will focus on enhancing capacities, facilitating business opportunities, and promoting economic empowerment. The two organizations will also collaborate on networking, advocacy, access to finance, and market access
International Women's Day is a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 to commemorate the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women. This year's theme was titled #BreakTheBias. Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.
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Lilongwe, Malawi.
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