ADDIS ABABA – The upcoming “Made in Ethiopia” 10 km street run is strategically designed to promote the burgeoning local sportswear manufacturing industry and showcase its growing production capabilities.
Organized by the Ministry of Industry, the “Made in Ethiopia Run 2025,” a 10-kilometer road race, aims to champion domestically manufactured goods, with a particular focus on sportswear and other industrial products.
In a statement released by the Ministry of Industry yesterday, the “Made in Ethiopia” initiative will feature a 10-kilometer street run as a key component of the “Let Ethiopia Produce” movement. This event seeks to address challenges within the manufacturing sector and foster its overall development.
During a recent press conference, the Ministry of Industry Public Relations Head Abeba Tamene announced that this 10 km road race, now in its third iteration, is expected to draw over 10,000 participants. This includes athletes from various clubs as well as members of the general public.
She emphasized that this race distinguishes itself from other athletic events. Rather than focusing on high prize money and the participation of internationally renowned athletes, its primary goal is to demonstrate Ethiopia’s capacity to produce high-quality sportswear. The 10 km race on April 27, 2017, at Meskel Square will feature competitors from regional states, city administrations, and diverse sports clubs.
According to Abeba, this initiative is specifically geared towards tackling the obstacles faced by local producers and actively promoting Ethiopian-made industrial goods. It also aims to forge stronger connections between manufacturers and promote locally produced sporting equipment.
The Ethiopian Athletics Federation Competition and Participation Director Asfaw Dangne announced that 565 athletes from 34 clubs, representing both genders, will participate in the competition.
He further stated that the event will provide a valuable platform for athletes who may not have the opportunity to compete internationally.
The organizers have announced significant prizes for the top finishers: 300,000 Birr for 1st place, 200,000 Birr for 2nd place, and 100,000 Birr for 3rd place.
BY NAOL GIRMA
THE ETHIOPIAN HERALD WEDNESDAY 16 APRIL 2025
