Addis Ababa — Urban Development Safety Net Program is helping citizens move from dependency to economic productivity, the Ministry of Urban and Infrastructure announced. In an exclusive interview with ENA, State Minister of Urban and Infrastructure Fenta Dejen highlighted the program's growing impact across multiple cities, particularly for low-income urban residents. Beneficiaries are provided with income-generating opportunities and encouraged to participate in urban development activities. "These activities are playing a vital role in maintaining urban beauty, promoting modern city development, and supporting urban agriculture," Fenta added. According to the state minister, 1.3 million people have transitioned from dependency to productive economic engagement since the program's launch.

Source: Ethiopian News March 20, 2026 21:16 UTC