Ethiopia Effectively Boosts Job Creation through GLI, Says EEA - ENA English
Ethiopia Effectively Boosts Job Creation through GLI, Says EEA
Addis Ababa, October 17, 2025 (ENA) -- Ethiopia is taking a leading role in Africa in creating substantial job opportunities while promoting environmental protection, due to its strong emphasis on the Green Legacy Initiative (GLI), according to the Ethiopian Economics Association (EEA).
Speaking at a forum where various stakeholders gathered for the launch of a study titled “Green Jobs and Young People in Ethiopia,” conducted by the Policy Research Institute, Professor Tasew Woldehana, President of the EEA and lead researcher of the study, stated that green development plays a crucial role in ensuring environmental sustainability and generating employment opportunities for young people.
Professor Tasew noted that Ethiopia’s focus on green development has positioned the country as a continental leader in creating jobs that both empower the youth and safeguard the environment.
He emphasized the importance of expanding green job opportunities across all sectors to maximize employment benefits and advance the nation’s green growth agenda.
Training programs promoting green job creation, particularly in the technical and vocational sectors, should receive strong policy attention and sustained support, he emphasized.
Alebel Dessie, Deputy Director General of the Policy Research Institute, stated that the study aligns with and supports Ethiopia’s green growth strategies and youth employment initiatives.
He added that the institute will continue to work closely with government bodies and development partners to translate the study’s findings into practical policies and programs.
Genene Abebe, Director of Academic Affairs at the Federal Technical and Vocational Training Institute, also remarked that the institute is prioritizing the promotion of green jobs that strengthen environmental protection.
He underscored the need to enhance awareness, particularly among employers and institutions, courage further the adoption and development of green jobs across the country.