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Big 5 Construct Ethiopia

AHK Eastern Africa’s Ethiopian Desk, led by Yordanos Tamiru, together with Carsten Ehlers, Director for East Africa at Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI), visited Big 5 Construct Ethiopia. They engaged with German companies Wilo East Africa, EJOT, and MAX‑truder GmbH at their booths, exchanging insights on market presence, business experiences, and growth opportunities, while reaffirming AHK Eastern Africa’s commitment to supporting German businesses in Ethiopia.

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AHK Eastern Africa Advances German Business Engagement at the EU–Ethiopia Business Forum 2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲, Ms Dagmar von Bohnstein, wrapped up an intensive and impactful three days in AddisAbaba, together with 𝐀𝐇𝐊-𝐄𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐤 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫, Yordanos Tamiru and 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐚𝐭 𝐆𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 & 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭, Carsten Ehlers, representing German business interests at the EU–Ethiopia Business Forum 2026.

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German Business Association Meets State Department for Technical, Vocational Education and Training

The GBA Dual TVET Business Breakfast brought together industry, education, and government stakeholders to advance practical skills development through the dual TVET model. The discussions reinforced the importance of company‑led training in building a future‑ready workforce and invited more businesses to partner in shaping Kenya’s skilled talent pipeline.

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State of Bavaria East Africa Office in Kenya Business Trip to Rwanda

Dagmar von Bohnstein, Bavarian Representative for East Africa, together with Christian Engels, LL.M., General Manager of AHK Services Eastern Africa Ltd., visited Rwanda to further strengthen relations and explore new cooperation opportunities. The visit focused on partnerships, skills development, and investment, underscoring Rwanda’s role as a growing hub for business and innovation in the region.

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German Desk – Financial Support and Solutions

Together with its partners, Equity Group Holdings PLC and the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Kenya (AHK Eastern Africa), DEG (Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft) is offering a German Desk in Nairobi that covers Kenya and neighbouring markets. It is available for German SMEs and their local trading partners. Their specific needs are handled on the ground by a bank employee familiar with both languages and cultures.

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AS4G Tanzania Engages PASCH Students at Chang’ombe

AHK Eastern Africa – Tanzania Branch, through the African Skills 4 Germany (AS4G) project, participated in the PASCH School Graduation Ceremony at Chang’ombe Secondary School. The engagement highlighted structured pathways for skills development, German language preparation, and future training and employment opportunities in Germany, while encouraging students to explore international career prospects through language and skills development.

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State of Bavaria East Africa Office in Kenya Business Trip to Uganda

Dagmar von Bohnstein, Bavarian Representative for East Africa (Office in Kenya), together with Christian Engels, LL.M., General Manager, AHK Services Eastern Africa Ltd., recently visited Uganda to strengthen regional partnerships and deepen economic cooperation. The visit included engagements with key institutions and German companies, highlighting opportunities for collaboration and reinforcing commitment to supporting Bavarian businesses in East Africa.

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African Skills 4 Germany (AS4G)-Project Update & Information Webinar

Organized by AHK Services Eastern Africa Limited-Tanzania Branch. Join us for an Update on the African Skills 4 Germany AS4G Project. Düring this Session will share the current progress of the project, updates on employer engagement and the way forward for interested candidates.

German-Tanzania Working Group on Skills Development and Labour Mobility

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German -Tanzanian Working Group on Skills Development and Labour Mobility

AHK Eastern Africa’s Tanzania Branch convened the German–Tanzanian Working Group on Skills Development and Labour Mobility under the African Skills 4 Germany (AS4G) project, bringing together private sector, training institutions, and public stakeholders to strengthen skills development, workforce readiness, and structured labour mobility pathways