Mohammed Rafi Abaraya Appointed CEO of AFLEX, Replacing Zadig Abrha
Mohammed Rafi Abaraya has been appointed as the new CEO of the African Leadership Excellence Academy (AFLEX), succeeding Zadig Abrha. The transition follows a series of federal executive reassignments in Ethiopia, with no new role immediately announced for the outgoing CEO.
Why it matters
Changes in leadership at major government training institutions in Ethiopia often signal shifts in administrative priorities and internal political dynamics within the ruling Prosperity Party.
NAIROBI, Kenya — Mohammed Rafi Abaraya has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the African Leadership Excellence Academy (AFLEX), succeeding Zadig Abrha in the latest series of federal executive and institutional reassignments.
Zadig had served as president and CEO of AFLEX since October 2023, overseeing leadership development programs, capacity-building initiatives, and executive training for senior government officials. During his tenure, he promoted theories of institutional capacity, servant leadership, and psychological resilience while frequently publishing commentary on governance and personal empowerment.
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