Zahra Ademnur

Zahra Ademnur is a seasoned agricultural expert and humanitarian with more than 36 years of service in Ethiopia’s Ministry of Agriculture. She holds a Master’s degree in Rural Development and a Bachelor’s degree in Crop Production and Protection, both from Mekelle University.

Her professional career has been dedicated to advancing Ethiopia’s agricultural sector across multiple regions and districts. From her early years as a Coffee Development Expert and Supervisor (1982–1992) to her leadership as a Crop Production and Protection Senior Expert (1992–2003) and Seed Quality Control Senior Expert (2003–2008), Zahra played a central role in improving food production systems. From 2008 to 2021, she served as Head of the Seed Regulatory Department, overseeing national efforts to ensure quality standards, strengthen food security, and build sustainable agricultural practices.

Since retiring in 2021, Zahra has turned her lifelong commitment to community development toward social service and humanitarian initiatives, with a special focus on supporting vulnerable populations. As a Regional Director of Wogahta, she brings not only technical expertise but also deep compassion and lived experience in grassroots development. Her leadership strengthens the organization’s mission to empower women and girls in Tigray through sustainable livelihood programs and community resilience.