The article discusses the challenges faced by Ethiopian graduates in finding employment due to gaps in the education system. Alebachew Tesfaw, a high-achieving graduate from the University of Gondar, has been unable to secure a job, reflecting a broader issue of graduate employability. The government's education policy aimed to shift the focus towards natural sciences and engineering, but there is a mismatch between university outputs and employer demands. Employers are dissatisfied with the quality of graduates, particularly in engineering, medical, and management fields. The article highlights issues such as the lack of employer satisfaction surveys, inadequate university-industry linkages, and the scarcity of qualified lecturers. It also points out the inefficiencies and challenges within the Higher Education Relevance & Quality Agency (HERQA) responsible for auditing educational quality. The article suggests that the education policy and the rush to expand higher education have not adequately addressed market demands or quality assurance.

The article discusses the challenges faced by shareholders in Ethiopia, focusing on the experiences of individuals like Mihiret Geremew and Mekuria Degu with companies such as Sheger City Meter Taxi S.C. and Hibir Sugar S.C. It highlights the growth of share companies in Ethiopia since 2009 and the subsequent disappointments due to non-transparency and mismanagement. The article also touches on the lack of a robust legal framework to protect shareholders and the government's efforts to draft new regulations. The Ministry of Trade and the National Bank of Ethiopia are mentioned as key players in addressing these issues. The article concludes with the personal resolutions of the shareholders mentioned, with one opting to invest in established financial institutions and the other deciding against buying shares in the future.