The U.S. government is teaming up with Ethiopia to make education more accessible and better for everyone. The U.S Ambassador to Ethiopia, Ervin Massinga made the announcement. This partnership aims to create more opportunities for learning and development, ensuring that education remains a priority in the country’s growth agenda.
Recently, the U.S. Embassy joined forces with Addis Ababa University to host a Presidential Seminar focused on the lasting legacy and influence of the U.S. government’s Point Four Program in Ethiopia. During the seminar, Ambassador Ervin Massinga emphasized the significant contributions of this program to Ethiopia’s development, particularly in vital areas such as education, public health, and agriculture. The initiative has provided essential technical support, reinforcing the collaborative efforts between the U.S. and Ethiopian governments to improve educational access.
The historical partnership between the two nations has led to the establishment of key educational institutions, including Haramaya and Jimma agricultural colleges, which evolved into universities, as well as the Gondar health institute.
A local media reported that currently, the U.S. is supporting public universities in enhancing governance and educational quality, helping them transition to more autonomous structures. Ambassador Massinga also noted that American educators are working alongside their Ethiopian counterparts to strengthen institutional capacities.