Communications and Knowledge Management Manager | IRC Ethiopia
Tsegaye Yeshiwas Hailu has been working as a journalist in the Ethiopia media climate for over a decade. Throughout his career, he has reported for radio, TV, and newspapers, starting as a novice and working his way up to senior roles. He has also covered the topic of WASH in his reporting. In December 2019, he joined IRC as a publications and knowledge management officer and since January 2025 working as a communications and knowledge management manager. In this position, Tsegaye oversees the communications process and leads organisational branding while facilitating knowledge management and he is a member of the global editorial guidance group. He holds a BA in journalism and communications, as well as an MA in media and communication.
The Ethiopian WASH compact is grounded in a clear understanding of the sector's key challenges such as low resilience to climate shocks, exacerbated by weather extremes, increasing water scarcity, high investment costs, rapid urbanisation and population growth, increasing competition for resources... Read more...
In this interview, Ajele Getu highlights how IRC's WASH systems-strengthening support has contributed to enhancing water services in South Ari Woreda and outlines the key achievements to date. ‘‘My name is Ajele Getu, I am the Head of South Ari Woreda Water, Energy and Mines Office. Since 2019,... Read more...
A promotional video on Integrated Water Resources Management was premiered at the National Multi-Stakeholder Forum In Ethiopia in July 2024. Read more...
Tax exemption on a number of products can play an important role in improving sanitation coverage in Ethiopia Read more...
Imagine a future where every child in South Ari Woreda/District has clean water to drink, a safe toilet to use, and the knowledge to wash their hands properly. This is no longer a dream, rather it is a mission in motion. In 2019, South Ari Woreda embarked on a journey to achieve Sustainable... Read more...
