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04/11/2025

🌍 Trade, Not Aid — Time to Rethink Africa’s Economic Future

“Trade, not Aid” was supposed to be Africa’s pathway to prosperity. But recent data tells a different story.
According to the African Export-Import Bank, Africa’s trade with the world fell by 6% in 2023, exports dropped by 9%, and intra-African trade remains just 16%.

That means we’re still exporting raw materials and importing finished goods — a cycle that drains value from the continent instead of building it. And while Africa receives only 3% of global foreign investment, most of it still flows into mining, not manufacturing or innovation.

The potential is there — the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) could change the game. But slogans alone won’t do it. We need structural reform, local innovation, and stronger African enterprises that create and keep value here at home.

At Anvil Consulting PLC, we believe transformation starts with rethinking the systems that shape our economies. Let’s make trade work for Africa — not just in Africa. 💪

👉 What do you think are the most important steps to make trade truly transformative for the continent? Share your thoughts below.

28/10/2025

What makes a maker truly refined? 🛠✨

This week, we had the pleasure of hosting the Reach for Change team — including Country Director Mekdim Gulilat Aberra and Senior Program Manager Elsabeth Tsegaye— at our new facility: The Makers’ Space: Where Ideas Take Shape.

Built in partnership with A&H Development Solutions and Consulting PLC, the Makers’ Space is designed to help entrepreneurs take their ideas from concept to creation. From testing ideas to producing the first batch, and with coaching along the way, we’re here to make sure promising ideas don’t get stuck on the drawing board.

In Ethiopia, we know only a few startups manage to scale — and those that do rarely do it alone. That’s why the Makers’ Space provides hands-on support, tools, mentorship, and pathways to production, helping founders turn prototypes into real market-ready products.

A huge thank you to Reach for Change and our partners at A&H Manufacturing for joining us. We can’t wait to keep building this ecosystem and help more ideas become thriving businesses! 💡🚀

24/09/2025

Ethiopia’s Civil Service Reform: A Blessing or a Challenge?

Starting September 2025, Ethiopia is to implement major reforms to strengthen public service and living standards:

📈 Minimum salary: 4,760 → 6,000 ETB

📈 Maximum salary: 21,492 → 39,000 ETB

🎓 Starting salary for degree holders: 6,940 → 11,500 ETB

💸 Tax-free income threshold: 600 → 2,000 ETB

👥 160B ETB allocation for 3.3 million employees

💡 Higher salaries can improve morale, retention, and service delivery. But the flip side? If not well managed, these reforms could put pressure on the budget, raise prices, and reduce resources for infrastructure and social services.

So, how do we make this work?
- Pair wage increases with revenue reforms and smart spending
- Link pay to performance through accountability and digital systems
- Protect purchasing power by managing inflation and supporting low-income households
- Bring everyone to the table — unions, private sector, regions, and partners

Lessons from elsewhere:
⚠️ Zimbabwe, 1997: sudden, unfunded payouts caused economic chaos — avoid this mistake.
✅ Georgia, 2004: rightsizing, anti-corruption measures, and structured pay reform worked — learn from this.

👉 Bold reforms succeed when design meets discipline. Let’s get both right.

What do you think? Will this reform move Ethiopia forward?

11/09/2025

✨ Happy New Year 2018 E.C.! ✨

At Anvil Consulting, we step into the new year with renewed commitment to impact, growth, and transformation. Wishing all Ethiopians a Happy New Year. 🌼🌼🌼.

28/08/2025

🌍 Africa’s Future Needs African Voices

Yes, our continent still faces big challenges — from education gaps to gender inequality. But these challenges also show us where change is most needed.

💡 The exciting part? African thinkers, writers, and change makers are already creating solutions that truly fit our realities. From the independence movements of the 60s to today’s globally connected leaders, they’ve pushed forward despite brain drain, underfunding, and political resistance.

At Anvil Consulting, we believe Africa’s progress depends on these voices being heard loud and clear. That’s why we’re creating space for them to shape business and development in a fresh way.

🎯 Stay tuned. Something big is coming… and it’s for every organic African voice ready to rise.

09/08/2025

We’re incredibly proud to have coached 40 inspiring entrepreneurs in Reach for Change Ethiopia’s Green Innovation Lab, part of the Building Waste and Circular Enterprises in Ethiopia (BWCE) program. Over the past 4 months, we’ve witnessed an extraordinary journey of turning bold ideas into reality!

💡 Impact Snapshot:
Guided entrepreneurs to develop innovative business ideas into Minimum Viable Products (MVPs), with several scaling to become registered businesses.
Empowered changemakers to create circular, waste-to-resource solutions driving Ethiopia’s green transition.
Awarded 22 certificates to participants who met ambitious targets, showcasing their commitment to sustainable entrepreneurship.

The impact of this program is truly transformative—fostering innovation, inclusion, and job creation while shaping a greener future for Ethiopia. It’s been an honor to mentor these eco-leaders, and we’re excited to see their ventures thrive!

👏 Kudos to the 2024 cohort and a warm welcome to the 2025 cohort. Let’s keep pushing for a sustainable Ethiopia!

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04/08/2025

On a major development this past month, the FDRE amends Federal Income Tax law. What must you know? We have done the summary here.

30/07/2025

With a young, dynamic population, vast land, and abundant resources, Ethiopia holds so much potential.

But anyone running a business knows the hurdles:
🔹 Taxes and forex issues
🔹 Building strong teams and business models
🔹 Earning investor confidence

For many, it feels like a constant test of resilience.

At ANVIL Consulting, we’re here to make it easier.

We cut through the red tape, decode the jargon, and stand beside you to solve what matters most.

That’s why clients leave our office feeling lighter, clearer—and smiling.

💡 Ready to do business differently? Let us talk.

28/07/2025

Training Highlight: Customer-Centric Mindset

Our very own Robel Debebe, together with our partners at Mindset Solutions PLC, recently delivered an impactful training for MIDROC Investment Group.

In today’s world, customers aren’t just receiving value – they’re co-creating it. As businesses grow more complex, putting customers at the center isn’t just a strategy; it’s a necessity.

At Anvil Consulting PLC, we design every engagement to fit each client’s unique context. With open dialogue, sharp strategy, and strong ex*****on, our clients don’t just get solutions – they help shape them.

That’s what makes our work meaningful and impactful.