22/03/2026
Ethiopian Spelling Bee – 2025 Academic Year Recap
First and foremost, all glory goes to the Almighty God. I am forever grateful for the blessing and strength to undertake this initiative called the Ethiopian Spelling Bee, a platform created to inspire the future generations of Ethiopia. As we firmly believe, “The highest human act is to inspire others.”
Since our founding in 2011, our journey has been one of purpose, resilience, and vision. Although our national programs were interrupted in 2019 due to COVID-19, we remained committed to the spirit of excellence by continuing to send six students annually to represent Ethiopia at the African Spelling Bee—keeping alive the flame of African unity and academic pride.
The 2025 academic year marked a powerful and historic return.
Our journey officially relaunched on October 6th, 2025, with a nationwide registration campaign. Schools from across Ethiopia answered the call—Adama, Hawassa, Shashemene, Dire Dawa, Bahir Dar, Woldiya, and Addis Ababa—demonstrating the growing reach and impact of ESB.
Through months of dedication and collaboration, we successfully conducted:
• School-wide competitions
• City-wide championships
• And ultimately, the National Championship Finals
From this rigorous and inspiring process, six outstanding students were selected to represent Ethiopia at the African Spelling Bee 2026 in Zimbabwe.
Today, we proudly celebrate their return—stronger, more experienced, and having represented our nation with honor on the continental stage.
This milestone would not have been possible without the unwavering support of our:
• Parents
• Teachers
• Coordinators
• Partners and supporters
• And most importantly, our brilliant students
To each and every one of you—thank you.
Together, we are not just organizing competitions—we are building confidence, shaping minds, and inspiring a generation.
The journey has only just begun.
