Kefeta is an Amharic word which means to elevate. In this spirit, with support from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Amref Health Africa and its consortium of partners are working hand-in-hand with Ethiopia’s youth to advance their own economic, civic, and social development.

With youth between ages 15-29 accounting for 33.8% of the urban population, and another 32.8% below the age of 15, Ethiopia is poised for a significant youth bulge.

OVER THE 5 YEARS Kefeta aims to reach 2 million youth in 18 cities.

Read the factsheet for key achievements to date.