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Heritage Watch Staff

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Esther Sellassie Antohin

Founder & Executive Director

To try and fill a need on the scale of society is in my mind, a call of duty. After many years of being away from my natal home Ethiopia, my return brought directly in my path, this chance to do something that needed doing. . . Addis Ababa’s older buildings, many of which are irreplaceable heritage building, for my fresh eyes (I had been living abroad for over 37 years), became the eyesore that no matter what, I couldn’t get used to. I became emboldened to get involved in trying to help save them by any means possible, when I began to notice the sweeping eradication of these buildings, which are forced to make room for the new high-rises – the hallmark of the ‘Newer, taller Addis Ababa! To be a member of Heritage Watch, a civil society Association that will try to speak for the muted history of this capital city, is a great opportunity to serve this worthy cause with unparalleled passion. Residents of Addis, who share our passion, please join us!
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Solomon Kifle

Visual Artist


Every time I go for walk, I chose piazza, and if I go for a regular photo walk again I prefer places which are bound by old buildings and atmosphere, I am young and I love old, they say old is good, even the saying will never get old.
As a person born and raised in Addis, I have been and am still a witness for Addis being in a dramatic change, I don’t really have listed reasons why I have joined the team, but only because of the beauty and the power of the idea in it.
I am a visual artist graduated from the Alle School of fine art and design, using my skills I am dedicated to help the team in achieving all the plans. Together we can still keep what we have.

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Bethelem Gebremedhin

Urban Planner & Designer

The reason I joined Heritage Watch Ethiopia Association is because I am interested on protecting and promoting our heritage. It tells a story and identity on the process of how our settlements form. "It is our legacy from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future  generation.
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Simret Arega

Urban Planner & Designer

I completed my BSc from Ethiopian Institute of Architecture, Building Construction and City Planning (EiABC) in urban and regional planning. Since 2017, I have been working as an assistant lecturer at Ambo University. I  have also been involved in urban projects with private businesses engaged in this same field of study. 
I am interested in Heritage Watch because I am very concerned about heritage buildings in Addis Ababa. Plus as an planner and designer who designs living environments, I always wonder what we could do to restore and preserve these heritage buildings. 

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Alexandra Sellassie Antohin

Research & Communications Advisor

I am an anthropologist, educator and program administrator and have spent several years working in Ethiopia (Addis Ababa and Dessie). I am especially passionate about promoting anthropology and ethnography in community-led research projects. I am excited to apply my skills and interests for the development of creative approaches to heritage management in Ethiopia. 

HW Board Members

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Tamiru Belhu

Born in Ayira Guliso in Wellega region, I have been living in Addis Ababa since 1990s. I hold a Bachelor's degree in literature and a Masters in development psychology and Educational leadership. Currently, I am a partner in running and operating schools in Addis Ababa. I am glad to serve on the board of Heritage Watch because I value my heritage and I think it's a very worthwhile cause. 
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Phyllis Rao Abraham

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Dagmawi Eyasu

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Sweet Yousufe

 I have been in the public sector for more than six years working in the areas of agriculture, job creation and digital economy. In addition to my day job, I am passionate about informed citizenry and community advocacy specifically in local government. I am happy to have joined Heritage Watch as it serves as a platform to promote awareness in the community about urban heritage and identify mechanisms for them to engage in the preservation, restoration and embracing the heritage as the DNA of their cities. Looking forward to working with like-minded people in ensuring our cities are managed by the voices of its residents on matters of heritage protection and beyond.  
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Tewodros Abera

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