A Rebirth Hope Through Beekeeping
“MaYEA restored my strength, hope, and livelihood.” Workineh Aregawi
Workineh Aregawi at his newly established bee shelter in Endabaguna, Shire. September 15, 2025.
Ato Alemu Sisay, a father of three from Meseno Kebele, Habru Woreda, struggled to feed his family after returning from life as a refugee in Sudan. With support from ORDA Ethiopia and UNICEF’s Climate Smart Nutrition Project, he established a backyard farm with fish, chickens, and vegetables. His children’s health improved, his pregnant wife gained access to nutritious meals, and the family now enjoys balanced food from their own compound. Alemu has become a local advocate, helping others embrace integrated farming for nutrition and income.
Read more: Ato Alemu Sisay, a father of three from Meseno Kebele, Habru Woreda
Turning Challenges into Opportunities: My Success Story
My name is Sisay Asfaw, a 32-year-old from Sanasabiya Kebele, Gondar City. After completing my degree in agriculture, I struggled with unemployment and uncertainty about my future.
With the support of my family, I invested 35,000 ETB to start a small poultry farm, beginning with 120 chicks. My turning point came when I joined the ADEY Project, where I received practical training in both technical and business skills.
Read more: Turning Challenges into Opportunities: My Success Story
Honey, Hope, and a Journey to Bahir Dar
When Aberash Yaynealem stood behind her table at the Bahir Dar trade fair, carefully arranging jars of golden honey, she was holding more than a product—she was holding a personal victory.
To: All Charities, Associations, and Donor Agencies: A Call to Uphold Humanitarian Principles
Subject: Ensuring Neutrality and Respect in Humanitarian Aid
