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Conferences, networking events, and workshops
Urban October 2025 Final Day: People Centered Smart Cities
Join us for the closing event of the 7th Edition of Urban October – "People Centered Smart Cities" Topic: What makes a City Smart? Discussions: - "Defining and Measuring the Distinctive Features of a Just and Smart City" - "The impact of collective efficacy & procedural justice for crime prevention in Addis Ababa neighbourhoods" Speakers: - Pietro Toggia (Ph.D.), Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Medareshaw Tafesse (Ph.D.), Ethiopian Police University Moderated by: Maheder Gebremedhin, Architect, Yema Architecture Doors open at 5:30 PM. Register via: https://forms.gle/C4U7wC3S93ARuT4q7
Urban October 2025 Closing Event: People Centered Smart Cities
Final day of the 7th Edition of Urban October featuring a discussion on smart cities. Topics include 'What makes a City Smart?', 'Defining and Measuring the Distinctive Features of a Just and Smart City', and 'The impact of collective efficacy & procedural justice for crime prevention in Addis Ababa neighbourhoods'. Speakers: - Pietro Toggia (Ph.D.), Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Medareshaw Tafesse (Ph.D.), Ethiopian Police University Moderated by: Maheder Gebremedhin, Architect, Yema Architecture Doors open at 5:30 PM. Register: https://forms.gle/C4U7wC3S93ARuT4q7
Venture Meda Women Incubation Program - Round 2
Applications are now open for the second round of the Venture Meda Women Incubation Program at iceaddis. This program is designed for woman founders building businesses that create jobs, especially for women and young people. Priority sectors include: - Digital products & services - Agriculture, agribusiness & food processing - Hospitality & human capital development - Transportation & logistics (ride-hailing, delivery services) - Wholesale & retail of FMCG - Manufacturing MSMEs - Construction & finishing work - Healthcare services (including telemedicine) - Social enterprises across all sectors Apply through: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfNkWkxVqUu0LPHOh5e5qaP1DsB2MstjVUcmsP-N-9A2NHKgw/viewform?usp=publish-editor
Open Startup - Grow Program
Open Startup Grow Program is accepting applications from companies in Africa. Eligibility criteria: Operating in Data Analysis, Healthcare IT, Insurance, Augmented Reality, Health/Medical, Energy & Cleantech, Cleantech, Big Data, AR/VR Solutions, AgriTech, EdTech, InsurTech, Deep Learning, HR Tech, Agri Fintech, HealthTech, AGI, Healthcare AI, Fintech Ecosystem, Healthcare IoT. Requirements: Incorporated, paying users stage, Pre-seed or Seed funding, $50k-$350k in funding raised, currently raising funds, $10k-$200k in monthly revenue. Apply via F6S platform.
Open Startup - Grow Program Application Deadline
Open Startup - Grow Program is accepting applications from companies in Africa. Eligible companies must be: incorporated, in paying users stage, at pre-seed or seed stage, with $50k-$350k in funding, currently raising funds, and generating $10k-$200k in monthly revenue. Focus sectors include: Data Analysis, Healthcare IT, Insurance, Augmented Reality, Health/Medical, Energy & Cleantech, Big Data, AR/VR Solutions, AgriTech, EdTech, InsurTech, Deep Learning, HR Tech, Agri Fintech, HealthTech, AGI, Healthcare AI, Fintech Ecosystem, Healthcare IoT. Application deadline: November 3, 2025. Apply via F6S platform.
Fashion Fridays: Ethiopian Fashion for International Markets
Join us this Friday, November 7, 2025, at Creative Hub Ethiopia for Fashion Fridays – Ethiopian Fashion for the International Markets. Featured speakers include Mastewal Alemu, Founder and Creative Director of the Mastewal Alemu Brand, and Melat Terefe, Founder and Creative Director of DolMel Brand. They will share their insights, experiences, and strategies on how Ethiopian fashion can reach and thrive in international markets. Registration required via Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_jh8XlQPVUV2k1ge5rufuAjKHIrgG2y4KlQOQSLH2NoHZtw/viewform
The Global Innovation Lab for Climate Finance
Application deadline for The Global Innovation Lab for Climate Finance. Up to $250,000 in conditional grants, pilot opportunities, and expert support to mobilize private climate investment. Visit https://www.climatefinancelab.org/ for more information.
Made in Ethiopia: Powering the Next Wave of Entrepreneurs
Global Entrepreneurship Week event bringing together Ethiopia's rising founders and entrepreneurial ecosystem. Full-day experience featuring hands-on showcases, mentoring sessions, and open networking spaces designed to spark meaningful conversations and connect the community. Perfect for those passionate about building, collaborating, or supporting Ethiopia's entrepreneurial future.
Business Leadership for Success Seminar
Leadership for Success Seminar organized by Value Events and Initiative. Network with senior leaders from major companies such as MIDROC, East Africa Holding, and other top organizations. Learn essential leadership principles, gain practical insights for business and professional growth, and understand how successful leaders make decisions and manage teams effectively. Venue: Adore Addis Hotel, Bole Atlas Time: 3:00–6:00 PM Payment: 1000 ETB to account 1000544230364 Contact: @eventsethiopia Registration: https://linktr.ee/eventsethiopia
SIBC 2026 East Africa - Energy Transition Application Deadline
Application deadline for Social & Inclusive Business Camp (SIBC) 2026 East Africa program focused on Energy Transition. This program is designed for impact entrepreneurs driving energy transition innovation in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia, and Tanzania. The updated program aims to prepare and scale up innovative entrepreneurs in the energy sector. Register at: https://afd.wiin.io/fr/applications/sibc2026-energyeastafrica
TECNO Ethiopia's Interactive Print Ad Launch in The Reporter
TECNO Ethiopia redefined newspaper advertising with Ethiopia's first modern, interactive print ad published in The Reporter on December 1st. Created by Red Communication in collaboration with HahuCloud, this groundbreaking execution blends traditional print with digital innovation. Scan the QR code in the newspaper to watch the advertisement come to life and experience the digital-print hybrid experience.
Online Webinar: Introduction to Fleet Management
FREE 90-minute webinar on fleet management fundamentals. Learn essential fleet management practices, understand common pain points with solutions, and explore real-life case studies. The webinar covers key areas of fleet management and daily operations solutions. Register via the provided form. Contact: 0974997990 or @hibirsupport for more information.