Debub Forum for Dialogue & Development

The Debub Forum for Dialogue and Development (DFDD) Board and management team held a productive discussion with Antonia Ruth Stiftung (ARS) regarding a potential E-mobility initiative in Ethiopia. The meeting took place at Haile Grand Hotel and focused on exploring opportunities for partnership and project development in the field of electric mobility.

According to the Executive Director of ARS, Peter expressed the organization’s strong interest in introducing E-mobility project initiatives to Ethiopia in collaboration with DFDD and Hubject. The DFDD Board and management team likewise affirmed their commitment and willingness to work closely with ARS and other strategic partners to advance sustainable mobility initiatives in the country.

During the discussion, the participants also explored preliminary project details and future areas of cooperation. It was further announced that the proposed initiative will be promoted at the international electric vehicle conference scheduled to take place in Berlin in September 2026.

the discussion was held on May 25, 2026

The Debub Forum of Dialogue and Development (DFDD) successfully convened its regular Board meeting on April 4, 2026, at the Gudina Tumsa Center in Addis Ababa to review the organization’s 2025 performance and ratify a strategic roadmap for 2026. Building on a foundation of core legal and administrative compliance achieved in 2025—including the establishment of basic financial systems and formal recognition as a national electoral observer—the Board approved an ambitious 2026 Annual Plan and a budget of 2026. Key priorities for the upcoming year include transitioning from a start-up phase to a fully operational entity by securing a functional office space, recruiting three core staff members, and conducting the organization’s first external audit. Furthermore, the Board emphasized the expansion of program implementation through major initiatives such as the FLOW project in South Omo and innovative e-mobility and climate-resilience partnerships, all while staying true to DFDD’s mission of empowering marginalized communities through inclusive dialogue.