A Plan for Accelerated and Sustained Development to End Poverty (PASDEP)

Discover Ethiopia’s transformative journey through the Plan for Accelerated and Sustained Development to End Poverty (PASDEP), a strategic framework spanning 2005/06-2009/10. Building on the foundation of the Sustainable Development and Poverty Reduction Program (SDPRP), PASDEP introduces innovative directions, including a focus on growth, agricultural commercialization, private sector development, and the realization of Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Developed collaboratively with various stakeholders, PASDEP was adopted as the national development plan by the Council of Ministers and Parliament. Our comprehensive review reflects on Ethiopia’s economic progress, spotlighting achievements and challenges across key sectors like macroeconomic stability, fiscal management, agriculture, education, health, HIV/AIDS, infrastructure, and governance. This exploration provides a profound understanding of Ethiopia’s development trajectory and commitment to sustainable growth.