European Buyers Visit Hawassa Industrial Park

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We were honored to welcome buyers from the EU and the UK to Hawassa Industrial Park this Monday November 11,2024! Their tour showcased our state-of-the-art facilities, advanced technology, efficient management systems, high-quality products, and the vibrant industry culture cultivated over the years. As buyers seek to de-risk and diversify their sourcing destinations, this visit helps establish new connections and opens doors for diversifying our export markets. To facilitate further networking, the #HawassaIndustrialPark Investors Association hosted a lunch event at Haile Resort, bringing together buyers and manufacturers for meaningful connections. A special thank you to the German and UK governments for their support (#ITC #SIC #GIZ), and to #IPDC #EIC #MIdI for your invaluable assistance in making this visit a success.

Anti-sexual harassment, abuse and exploitation ( A project with GIZ)

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Sexual harassment in the workplace remains a significant issue, particularly in the garment and textile industries. Recognizing the detrimental effects of such behavior, CARE Ethiopia has initiated a targeted intervention through the STOP Program, which has shown success in the pilot companies. The current initiative, supported by GIZ, aims to create a Safe Work Environment, cultivate a community that actively opposes harassment, and ensure that all remaining companies in HIP adopt the Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy. To achieve this goal, the following activities have been executed: Contribution: Factories have begun incorporating anti-sexual harassment policies into their HR guidelines and practices. As a result, workers are now experiencing a zero-tolerance approach to sexual harassment, with measures implemented to ensure a safe working environment for women.

Hawassa Industrial Park Investors Association Registers as an Official Employers’ Association

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The Hawassa Industrial Park Investors Association has taken a significant step forward by officially registering as an employers’ association with the Sidama Regional State Labor, Skill, and Enterprise Authority. This formal recognition opens new avenues for the association to foster constructive relationships between employers and employees within the industrial park. By obtaining this status, the association is now positioned to enhance awareness among its members regarding current labor laws, regulations, guidelines, and relevant policy statements. This knowledge-sharing role will equip members to better understand and navigate the evolving labor landscape in Ethiopia. As an employers’ association, the organization is also empowered to engage in advocacy, with the ability to lobby the government for the development and reform of labor laws and regulations. It can make recommendations during the drafting and amendment stages of these policies, ensuring that the interests of both employers and the wider workforce are represented. In addition, the association now has the authority to organize networking events, conduct research, and hold familiarization forums and training sessions. These initiatives will allow members to stay informed, develop best practices, and engage with each other on shared challenges and opportunities within the sector. The association’s new status also grants it oversight capabilities, enabling it to monitor the implementation of labor-related laws and ensure they are observed in a consistent and fair manner. This step solidifies the association’s role as a vital contributor to a fair and thriving work environment within the Hawassa Industrial Park.