Ethiopian Diaspora communities raise $283,378 for ‘Dine for Ethiopia’ projects

Addis Ababa, October 23, 2020 (FBC) –Members of the Ethiopian Diaspora have so far raised $283,378 for the ‘Dine for Ethiopia’ projects.

‘Dine for Ethiopia’ is a fundraising program aimed at financing three national projects- Wonchi, Gorgora and Koysha.

The program aims to raise 3 billion birr for the projects that will be executed in Oromia, Amhara and SNNP regional states, respectively.

“The support that the diaspora communities are providing to the ‘Dine for Ethiopia’ is amazing. They have so far raised about $283, 378,” said the Prime Minister on twitter.

He said “we will invite 10 of the Ethiopian diaspora communities who responded to this national call to the ‘Dine for Ethiopia’ program by covering all their expenses.”

According to him, the 10 winners will be selected in a random drawing. ‘Dine for Ethiopia’ program will be hosted in mid-November.

In a recent tweet, the Prime Minister said fundraising program for the projects is proceeding as per the plans.

He appreciated business owners, institutions and government employees who have made their contribution for the projects.

The fundraising activities will be completed in the next coming two weeks.

The three projects are expected to create jobs for the local communities, drive tourism and create service economies.