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Building Dreams to Burning Bridges

Jun 1 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      1607 Views

I know a few individuals who have successfully built businesses from scratch as new graduates. One of them was a young...

Finding Peace in a Chaotic Reality

May 25 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      1285 Views

I always thought I valued peace, until I met my husband. He approaches it with an unwavering commitment and a calming gr...

Our Children, Our Responsibility

After two blissful years of raising their son, my neighbours began a daycare search deciding that it was time to return to work. Their ideal setting was a facility with cameras accessible to parents, offering a comforting glimpse into their child's day. Unfortunately, such transp...

May 18 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      1940 Views

Unhooking the Liquid Gold Taboo

Motherhood has a way of unveiling unexpected truths. Following the birth of my daughter, I was confronted with a striking realisation: the prevalence of misinformation and stigma surrounding breastfeeding. It was a realm where I encountered surprising perspectives. Many older...

May 11 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      1759 Views

Betting on Virtual Solutions for Real Impact

Since graduating from law school, I have attended countless women's conferences and workshops. These gatherings offer valuable learning opportunities and connections with inspiring people and organisations. However, a common thread weaves through these in-person events is hefty p...

Apr 28 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      3318 Views

Hunger's Grip on Mothers, Children of Addis Abeba

I witnessed a scene that left me heartbroken at the health centre. Several mothers were on the line to get their children vaccinated, their faces etched with worry and their bodies visibly thin. They did not seem to have recently given birth. Their malnourished state raised a re...

Apr 20 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      2726 Views

Our Children, Our Responsibility

After two blissful years of raising their son, my neighbours began a daycare search deciding that it was time to return to work. Their ideal setting was a facility with cameras accessible to parents, offering a comforting glimpse into their child's day. Unfortunately, such transp...

May 18 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      1940 Views

Unhooking the Liquid Gold Taboo

Motherhood has a way of unveiling unexpected truths. Following the birth of my daughter, I was confronted with a striking realisation: the prevalence of misinformation and stigma surrounding breastfeeding. It was a realm where I encountered surprising perspectives. Many older...

May 11 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      1759 Views

Betting on Virtual Solutions for Real Impact

Since graduating from law school, I have attended countless women's conferences and workshops. These gatherings offer valuable learning opportunities and connections with inspiring people and organisations. However, a common thread weaves through these in-person events is hefty p...

Apr 28 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      3318 Views

Hunger's Grip on Mothers, Children of Addis Abeba

I witnessed a scene that left me heartbroken at the health centre. Several mothers were on the line to get their children vaccinated, their faces etched with worry and their bodies visibly thin. They did not seem to have recently given birth. Their malnourished state raised a re...

Apr 20 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      2726 Views

Silencing Inner Critic: One Size Does Not Fit All

A couple who had refrained from social interactions paid a visit to my house last week. Observing them interact with my daughter was truly heartening. They bonded effortlessly with her, eliciting joyful laughter and playful interactions. My baby seemed drawn to them, displaying...

Apr 13 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      2019 Views

Housing Control Law: Balancing Act or Quick Fix?

Last week's decision by lawmakers to regulate rental properties has sent shockwaves through the city. While many residents see it as a beacon of hope, others remain sceptical. Addis Abeba faces a severe housing crisis. The demand for affordable housing far exceeds the supply, for...

Apr 6 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      2736 Views

Addis Abeba Loosing Balance Between Progress, Preservation

A recent car ride through Addis Abeba with my family unearthed a stint of emotions. While the city's massive facelift was a wonder for my wide-eyed daughter, the scene evoked a profound sense of loss within me. The relentless demolition and excavation mirrored the ach in my hear...

Mar 30 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      2484 Views

Zooming in on Health Center Hygiene Reality

My visit to district health centres in search of a second dose of the polio vaccine for my daughter turned out to be an unexpected experience. From rude encounters to falling ill due to unhygienic environments, it was far from what I had anticipated. After finding that a coupl...

Mar 23 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      2737 Views

Embracing the Full Spectrum of Life

Building a life with my husband and daughter brings immense joy, yet occasional waves of nostalgia wash over me. The loss of my father and close friends leaves a void, prompting me to reminisce about a seemingly simpler time. Like many, I find myself yearning for the "good old...

Mar 16 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      2479 Views

Dual Realities Behind Gilded Gates

Living in a secure, affluent neighbourhood, I am surrounded by the outward signs of comfort where most of our neighbours are proprietors of thriving businesses. Yet, just beyond the confines of our gated community lies a glaringly different reality. Confined to meagre one-room dw...

Mar 9 , 2024      |      By Eden Sahle      |      2580 Views


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For many women, becoming a mother is a transformative experience that reshapes our priorities, self-perception, and connection to our bodies...

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There are certain promises we make to ourselves—things we swear never to do again. I had made such a promise about taking the city bus. An...

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