Imagine1day and Kotebe University of Education Sign MoU to Strengthen Education Quality in Ethiopia
Imagine1day has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Kotebe University of Education, marking an important step forward in strengthening Ethiopia’s education system. The agreement was signed by Dr. Seid Aman, CEO of Imagine1day, and Dr. Teshome Nekatibeb, President of Kotebe University of Education.
This strategic partnership will focus on teachers’ professional development, strengthening school leadership, improving student learning outcomes, advancing education leadership, and enhancing research and knowledge generation. Following the signing ceremony, teams from both institutions held productive discussions around their shared vision to transform poorly performing schools in terms of learning outcomes and improve the results of students in the high national Grade 12 examination, which determines students’ entrance into higher education in 700 targeted high schools across the country.
The ceremony was held in an inspiring and optimistic atmosphere, reflecting a strong commitment to improving education quality and equity nationwide. This collaboration is expected to create a lasting impact for students, teachers, school leaders, and communities across Ethiopia.
Expanding Access to Quality Education in Oromia
Imagine1day has also signed a new MoU with the Oromia Education Bureau to expand access to quality high school education across the Oromia Region. The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Tola Bariso, Head of the Oromia Education Bureau; Dr. Seid Aman, CEO of Imagine1day; senior bureau officials; and members of Imagine1day’s country office team.
Through this partnership, six new high-quality high schools will be constructed in selected zones of the region. Once completed, these schools will significantly improve access to secondary education for thousands of students who currently face limited opportunities.
This initiative builds on Imagine1day’s 18 years of experience in Ethiopia’s education sector. To date, the organization has constructed 214 primary and secondary schools nationwide. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to transforming education and creating lasting opportunities for future generations in Oromia.
Celebrating Progress in Inclusive Education
Imagine1day recently hosted a Consultative and Advocacy Workshop on Inclusive Education to highlight the achievements of the FCDO-funded Disability Inclusive Interventions project. Since 2022, the project has made meaningful progress in improving access, participation, and learning outcomes for children with disabilities.
The workshop brought together a wide range of stakeholders, including representatives from the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, Oromia Education Bureau, national associations of persons with disabilities, UNICEF (national and Oromia levels), Rift Valley Children and Women Development Organization and Inclusive Humanitarian Organization, civil society organizations, zonal and district education offices, parents, and Imagine1day’s regional and country teams.
Participants expressed strong appreciation for the project’s collaborative approach, emphasizing that partnership-driven efforts are essential to building inclusive education systems where every child can learn with dignity and opportunity.
Project Closure and Learning Workshop in Tigray
On December 27, 2025, held a consultative workshop in Mekelle, Tigray, to mark the closure and handover of an EU-funded UNICEF-supported project, implemented by imagine1day.
The workshop brought together representatives from Tigray regional bureaus, UNICEF, JICA, zonal and district education offices, target school leadership, and Imagine1day national and regional staff to reflect on achievements, lessons learned, and strategies for sustainability. During its implementation, the project supported 52 Kebele Community Care Coalitions (CCCs) and 14 primary schools, strengthening child protection and education systems in the region.
The event featured a detailed project presentation followed by a panel discussion that encouraged open dialogue on best practices, coordination, and implementation challenges. The workshop concluded by recognizing four best-performing CCCs and expressing appreciation to the EU, UNICEF, and Imagine1day for their strong collaboration and commitment.