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Leadership in Ethiopia

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The objective of this chapter is to provide vital and well-researched information on indigenous and modern leadership practices and investment opportunities in Ethiopia. Secondary data was obtained from research articles, books, newspapers, and the Internet. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with two foreign and two local leaders. Findings indicate the existence of well-established and currently exercised indigenous and modern leadership practices in the country. Ethiopians were basically described as a very hospitable and respectful people having high self-respect and self-pride. Both secondary and primary data analysis confirm the suitability of the country for investments because of the prevailing huge investment opportunity, political stability, peace and self-security, sufficiently knowledgeable and experienced human resources, and the friendly nature of the Ethiopian people.

A powerful friend becomes a powerful enemy. (Ethiopian Proverb)

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  1. Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

    Abeba Beyene Mengistu

  2. CETYS Universidad, Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico

    Terri R. Lituchy

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Mengistu, A.B., Lituchy, T.R. (2017). Leadership in Ethiopia. In: LEAD: Leadership Effectiveness in Africa and the African Diaspora. Palgrave Studies in African Leadership. Palgrave Macmillan, New York. https://doi.org/10.1057/978-1-137-59121-0_12

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