For many women in Ethiopia, getting their first formal job doesn't just change their income; it can change how they describe who they are in everyday public interactions. Subscribe to our newsletter ...

Edomawit Ashebir tries to block out the haters. Every time she grabs her skateboard and goes out in public, the young Ethiopian knows she might hear some rude comments. “My mom empowers me, but people ...

Hanna Berhanu stands in front of one of the modern carpentry machines she acquired through the Ethiopia SME Finance Project, helping her improve production and grow her business. Photo: Candace Gebre ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For women entering the formal labour market in Ethiopia, taking a job can expose them to new public spaces and risks. Wikimedia ...