SEA Tangible Results
Sheger Entrepreneurs Association continues to demonstrate measurable impact across Ethiopia's entrepreneurial landscape
Entrepreneurs Supported
Jobs Created
Startups Launched
Training provided
Enterprise Growth
Total value of enterprises supported by SEA has grown exponentially since 2019
Startups & Self Employment
The number of startups continues to grow, creating self-employment opportunities and fostering innovation.
Job Creation
Steady increase in job opportunities created through SEA-supported enterprises
Training Performance
SEA delivers capacity-building programs equipping entrepreneurs with essential skills.
Kidpreneurship
Kidpreneurship curriculum was developed and implemented to nurture creativity, innovation, and business thinking among young generations.
Shark Tank Sessions
Shark Tank sessions were conducted, allowing young participants to pitch ideas, receive feedback, and build confidence in entrepreneurship.
SEA Transformative Impacts
Enhanced Entrepreneurial Mindset
Empower individuals to identify opportunities within complex systems and turn challenges into innovative, sustainable solutions.
Shift in Investment Culture
Transition from investing solely in tangible assets to supporting innovative concepts and ideas that drive long-term value creation.
Educational Paradigm Shift
A move from “What do you want to be?” toward “What problems do you want to solve?”, fostering purpose-driven learning and creativity.
Regenerative Entrepreneurial Mindset
A shift from profit-centered sustainability to regenerative entrepreneurship—creating positive impacts without harming the environment and society.
Activities Performance Overview
How our strategic initiatives are driving change across Ethiopia's entrepreneurial ecosystem
Capacity Building
Our training programs have equipped thousands of entrepreneurs with essential business skills:
Funding Support
We've facilitated access to capital for entrepreneurs through various mechanisms:
Business Growth
Our market access programs have helped entrepreneurs expand their reach:
Focus Areas
Targeted programs for underrepresented groups in entrepreneurship:
Success Stories
Hear from entrepreneurs whose lives and businesses have been transformed through SEA support
"SEA's training made me triumphant over obstacles,"
Ayantu Tadesse
Kids Wear Owner
"Loans work when you know your business and plan to repay on time and timely repayment builds trust,"
Galana Teshome
Driver
"SEA's training has transformed my business, learning drives behavioral change - you create jobs rather than wait for them,"
Mulu Dirriba Dheressa
Mulu Fashion's Owner
"SEA taught me farming as a business despite my limited education, enabling a modest life,"
Getachew Muldhataa
Modern Farmer's Owner
