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Sahle-Work Zewde6th President of Ethiopia since October 25, 2018
Date of Birth: 21.02.1950
Country:  Ethiopia |
Content:
- Sahle-Work Zewde: Ethiopia's First Female President
- Diplomatic Career
- High-Ranking Appointments
- United Nations Roles
- Special Representative
- Presidency
- Legacy and Accomplishments
Sahle-Work Zewde: Ethiopia's First Female President
Early Life and EducationBorn in Addis Ababa, Sahle-Work Zewde holds a degree in natural sciences from the University of Montpellier in France. She is fluent in Amharic, French, and English.
Diplomatic Career
Zewde's extensive diplomatic career began in 1989 when she served as Ethiopia's ambassador to Senegal. She later held ambassadorial positions in Djibouti, France, and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
High-Ranking Appointments
Zewde's distinguished career includes appointments as Permanent Representative of Ethiopia to the African Union and United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. She also served as Director-General for African Affairs in the Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
United Nations Roles
In 2011, Zewde was appointed Director-General of the United Nations Office in Nairobi (UNON) by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, becoming the first person to hold the position at the level of Under-Secretary-General.
Special Representative
As Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General, Zewde headed the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA).
Presidency
On October 25, 2018, Zewde was elected as Ethiopia's President, becoming the first woman to hold the office. Her election marked a historic milestone in Ethiopian politics and symbolized progress towards gender equality.
Legacy and Accomplishments
As President, Zewde has focused on fostering national unity, promoting peace and development, and strengthening Ethiopia's international relations. Her leadership has been widely recognized and praised, cementing her legacy as a transformative figure in Ethiopian history.
