A new dawn

for Africa

“African problems can only be resolved by Africans”…
…in collaboration with like minded partner organisations.

Ethiopia has faced countless tragic misfortunes. I hope and believe that the current generation of Ethiopians have a huge opportunity to provide a better future for the next generation.
Hope for Ethiopia primarily lies with Ethiopians.

Mission

To tackle the root causes of poverty in Africa, by a fundamentally different approach to underlying societal issues
This requires Africans to commit to a change of attitudes and behaviours, that undermine society

Strategy

Attitudinal and Behavioural change is a major challenge

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step”
(Ancient Chinese Proverb)

Ambassadors

We believe that change, can be achieved, by nurturing and mobilising SOPHOS ambassadors (whom we call change agents). We aim to create a critical mass of change agents and ethical entrepreneurs.

We equip change agents through unique leadership training,

to meet the challenges they will confront.

Our journey has started in the cradle of humanity and early Christianity in Africa… Ethiopia

Lalibela: One of the 11 rock cut churches, 12th an 13th centuries

Ethiopia: a young and dynamic nation

70% population under the age of 30
First African country to have 50% female representation in national government
African Union Head Quarters
Great Ethiopian Renaissance Dam

(The largest hydroelectric dam in Africa)

SOPHOS Ethiopia

SOPHOS AFRICA head office is located in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia.
Our office opened in 2022
Run by a Country Director, directly reporting to our founder.

Partner Organisations & Supporters

Partnership with the Ministry of Justice

Training and Leadership Development for senior Executives and Staff.
Champion key values and principles, focusing on corruption prevention and ethical leadership.
Structured programmes utilising Praxis principles

Ethical Entrepreneurship

My name is Abinet Birkneh, founder of SunLink Engineering PLC. I aimed to bring affordable solar lighting to rural communities. With training, mentorship, and a startup loan from SOPHOS AFRICA, my vision became a reality, and SunLink’s early success attracted respected partners.

My name is Rahel Maru. After joining the SOPHOS AFRICA internship program, I was placed at Berhan Bank, where I gained practical communication and teamwork skills. This experience led to my acceptance of a full-time position.

My name is Dawit Fedlu. Through the SOPHOS AFRICA paid internship program, I gained valuable work experience while covering my living expenses. Training in integrity, work ethics, and conflict resolution supported my growth, and I now hold a permanent position with a competitive salary.

SOPHOS Ethiopia Progress

Today we have trained over 2200 ambassadors committed to the principles and ethos of SOPHOS AFRICA.
Our programmes have successfully encouraged ethical entrepreneurship.
This is key element of our strategy to challenge business malpractice, based on ethnic, religious, and gender prejudices