11/09/2025
Nael Hailemariam is one of alumni entrepreneurs of Alibaba Global Initiatives. His journey is a powerful reminder of what dedication, clarity, and grit can achieve. With solid mentorship and access to digital tools, he sharpened his vision, strengthened his business strategy, and scaled operations efficiently. By embracing customer feedback, optimizing processes, and focusing on both local relevance and global reach, Nael expanded into new markets and increased impact. His growth wasn’t overnight, but each step—leaner operations, stronger brand positioning, smarter tech adoption—added up. For anyone looking to build more than just a business, Nael shows what is possible when you combine ambition with purposeful action.
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13/06/2025
Big things happen when organizations come together for a shared vision.
At Alibaba Global Initiatives, we believe in the power of collaboration to drive innovation and unlock opportunities. Thats why were beyond thrilled to partner with DTEA (Digital Transformation Ethiopia Association) with the support from Ministry of Innovation and Technology - Ethiopia for the Global Digital Talent Academy and its first training program. This initiative is more than a programit's a gateway to nurturing the next generation of Ethiopian entrepreneurs and empowering them with the skills to thrive in the digital era.
A huge thank you to the dedicated team at DTEA, Fikir Andargachew, Baheru Zeyenu, Begashaw Bayleyegne Tizazu, Belete Molla Getahun, Yesunew Hailu, Solomon Sisay who made this vision a reality. Your hard work is the foundation of success, and your impact will be felt for years to come.
We can't wait to see the amazing talent and ideas that will emerge from Ethiopia this July. The future is bright, and this is just the beginning. Let's build something extraordinary, together.
12/12/2024
On 9th December, Alibaba Global Initiatives inaugurated our second cohort of the Alibaba Netpreneur Bootcamp at Alibaba's Global Headquarters in Hangzhou. Undoubtedly, it is an exhilarating learning odyssey during which participants will acquaint themselves with the latest trends in digital commerce practice in China, the novel AI applications at Alibaba and Cainiao in the e-commerce and logistics sectors, and how entrepreneurs harness the new technology to innovate and construct their global businesses from the ground up. Additionally, our fellow entrepreneurs foster their friendships and establish connections with one another. We anticipate that it will be an indelible journey for everyone in their lives.
18/11/2024
Congratulations to our alumnus entrepreneur Uju Ekwueme . Since she first attended the eFounders Fellowship Program organized by Alibaba Global Initiatives in Hangzhou in 2018, we have seen her Traders of Africa continuously grow with her perseverance, endeavor, and entrepreneurship. Now, we announce that Traders of Africa has become an official partner of AliExpress in Nigeria. We are eager to see you take the digital economy in Nigeria to the next level.
17/10/2024
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17/10/2024