Founder and CEO of Zafree Papers, where we are transforming Ethiopia’s paper industry by producing 100% tree-free paper pulp from agricultural waste. As a passionate advocate for sustainability and gender equality, I lead a company that not only innovates but also empowers women in the workforce.
Over the years, I’ve been honored to receive recognition for my work, including:Founder of the Year for Africa (2024) by Global Startup Awards , Impatient Optimist Award by the 100+ Accelerator , Recognition as a Promising Upcoming Unicorn of Africa.
I’m also proud to have won the Lead 2030 SDG 5 Challenge and to be named one of the 100 Global Women Leaders.
Beyond Zafree, I am a climate activist and a founding member of the Resilient 40, a network of African leaders driving sustainable innovation across the continent.