Bilateral development aid - 2024
Ethiopia has been a priority country for Polish development assistance since 2004. The country receives bilateral assistance through the activities pursued by the Polish Embassy in Addis Ababa and as part of MFA-financed projects that are implemented by Polish NGOs. In 2024, NGOs implemented 3 initiatives, while the Polish Embassy in Addis Ababa carried out 3 projects.
Developing emergency response and crisis management services
As part of the Polish Assistance 2024 call for proposals, special emphasis was placed on developing emergency response and crisis management services in Addis Ababa. Training sessions were conducted for fire‑service instructors, and fire-fighting units were equipped with specialist gear. The new tools will enable rescue operations after dark, in smoke‑filled rooms, and in tunnels, as well as the release of people trapped in elevators.
Vocational education for youth
The development projects also included improving access to vocational education for children and young people, especially girls and young women from socially marginalised backgrounds. Infrastructure was created that enables the delivery of vocational courses, the expansion of their offers, and an improvement in their quality. As a result, more vulnerable students—particularly girls and persons with disabilities—will be able to take part in vocational training, receiving the opportunity to acquire practical skills and improve employment prospects.
