(November 10–13, 2025)
STEM Synergy proudly organized and sponsored the 10th National Science and Engineering Fair, held from November 10–13, 2025, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education (MoE) and key STEM partners. Over the past decade, STEM Synergy has played a foundational role in the establishment, growth, and continued success of this national platform, now recognized as one of Ethiopia’s leading events for nurturing scientific talent, fostering innovation, and empowering young people to shape the country’s technological future.
This year’s four-day fair brought together 133 exceptional students from STEM Centers and general education schools across Ethiopia. Participants presented innovative, problem-solving projects in categories spanning Grades 7–8, 9–10, and 11–12, alongside four engineering tracks and a dedicated teachers’ category. Their work showcased creativity, scientific rigor, and a strong commitment to addressing real-world challenges through STEM.
Opening Ceremony – November 10, 2025
The fair was officially opened by H.E. W/ro Ayelech Eshete, State Minister for General Education at the MoE. Other distinguished guests included:
- Dr. Abreham Debebe, Vice President for Research and Technology Transfer, AASTU
- Dr. Muluken Nigatu, CEO for General Education, MoE
- Dr. Serawit Hambiso, CEO for Higher Education, MoE
- Ato Selamyihun, CEO, Ministry of Innovation and Technology (MiNT)
During the opening, Ato Abiyot Lakew, Country Director of STEM Synergy emphasized the organization’s enduring commitment to cultivating young innovators, strengthening scientific inquiry, and working hand-in-hand with government institutions to build a strong, nationally aligned STEM ecosystem.
Closing Ceremony – November 13, 2025
The closing ceremony was a vibrant celebration of student excellence and a decade of shared achievement. Keynote messages were delivered by:
- H.E. Ato Kora Tushene, State Minister for General Education, MoE
- Dr. Bayessa Bedada, State Minister, MiNT
- Dr. Kemal Ibrahim, Academic Vice President, AASTU
- Mrs. Haruka, Representative, JICA
In his closing remarks, Ato Abiyot Lakew highlighted STEM Synergy’s decade-long leadership in organizing and sponsoring the fair. He underscored the transformative impact of long-term investment in youth talent, the expanding STEM capacity across the country, and the importance of strengthening partnerships to cultivate Ethiopia’s next generation of scientists and engineers. He reaffirmed STEM Synergy’s dedication to widening access to STEM opportunities and empowering young innovators nationwide.
Celebrating Excellence
As a major stakeholder and founding organizer, STEM Synergy sponsored core activities of the fair, including the recognition of outstanding student innovators. Winners placing 1st to 3rd across eight competition categories received laptops, tablets, and Arduino kits, critical gadgets to continue their innovation journey.
STEM Synergy, in collaboration with GE Aerospace volunteers, also awarded college scholarships to four outstanding Grade 12 students, two girls and two boys, who demonstrated exceptional performance. These scholarships will be granted upon the successful completion of the 2018 Ethiopian school-leaving examination and admission to public universities, whether autonomous or government-run. This initiative reflects STEM Synergy’s commitment to supporting deserving students as they transition into higher education and STEM-related careers.
