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born 1950
Sahle-Work Zewde (born 21 February 1950) is an Ethiopian politician and diplomat. She is the 5th and current President of Ethiopia since 25 October 2018.
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"Peace is not simply the absence of war; it is the presence of justice, equality, and opportunity."
"Democracy must deliver dignity and hope, not just institutions."
"Women bring a different perspective to leadership, one rooted in inclusiveness and compassion."
"Africa’s future depends on how we empower our youth today."
If the history of Africa was written by Africans and by women, I think we would find many unsung heroes.
I dream of an Ethiopia, of an Africa that is free of hunger, a world where no mother should bury their child because of hunger or worst still because no one cares.
In so many areas — agriculture, transport, energy, the water sector, multisector — the support we have been getting for years from the African Development Bank, up to more than one billion dollars, has been very vital for Ethiopia.
Sahle-Work Zewde (2021)
The absence of peace victimizes firstly women, so during my tenure, I will emphasize women’s roles in ensuring peace and the dividends of peace for women.
Let me assure you that I will do my best not only as an Ethiopian but as an African in my heart and soul; so that we can show the world that women can also deliver, maybe differently, but deliver.
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