Ethiopian development consultancy

Evidence that moves ideas into action.

Lewi brings rigorous research, practical advisory, and local insight together to help institutions make better decisions and build a more sustainable future.

01Research
& action

Working from Ethiopia, with a view to the region.

Evidence · Innovation · Impact

Why Lewi

04core service
lines
05operating
departments
09client sectors
served
26–30strategic
horizon

Company overview

Grounded in Ethiopia's development landscape.

Lewi Development Research and Training Consultancy PLC is an independent, multidisciplinary firm committed to high-quality, evidence-based solutions for sustainable development and institutional effectiveness.

We support government institutions, development partners, NGOs, faith-based organizations, academic institutions, and private sector entities in designing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs that create measurable and lasting impact.

01 / Vision

To be a leading development consultancy in Ethiopia and Africa, advancing sustainable development through innovative and evidence-based solutions.

02 / Mission

To deliver high-quality research, advisory, M&E, and capacity-building services that empower organizations and communities.

What we do

Four service lines.
One evidence-based approach.

From generating reliable evidence to strengthening institutional capacity, we support the full lifecycle of development programs and policies.

01

Research & analytics

Studies that make complex questions legible and decisions more confident.

  • Baseline, midline & endline studies
  • Socioeconomic surveys & diagnostics
  • Policy, institutional & sectoral research
  • Market, value chain & feasibility studies
02

Monitoring, evaluation & learning

Clear systems for understanding what works, why, and for whom.

  • Results-based management frameworks
  • Program and project evaluations
  • Impact assessments & performance reviews
  • Data quality and learning systems
03

Economic & development consulting

Practical economic insight for planning, investment, and growth.

  • Economic analysis & development planning
  • Investment and cost-benefit assessments
  • Project design, appraisal & strategy
  • Public sector development support
04

Capacity development & training

Skills, systems, and confidence that stay with your organization.

  • Research methodology & data analysis
  • Project cycle management & M&E
  • Gender mainstreaming & social inclusion
  • Strategic planning & institutional strengthening

Our principles

How we
show up.

01

Excellence

The highest standards of professionalism and quality.

02

Integrity

Honesty, transparency, and accountability in every engagement.

03

Innovation

Creative and practical approaches to real challenges.

04

Partnership

Strong, lasting relationships with clients and stakeholders.

05

Impact

Measurable and sustainable results that matter.

06

Inclusiveness

Participation, equity, and social responsibility.

Leadership & expert team

The people behind
the evidence.

A multidisciplinary team combining academic depth, field experience, analytical rigor, and a close understanding of Ethiopia.

Managing director / lead consultant

Dr. Gemechis Mersha Debela

Development economist, policy analyst, and senior academic with over a decade of experience across climate adaptation, enterprise growth, financial inclusion, and poverty reduction.

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Senior environmental expert

Dr. Keneni Alemu Hailu

Water and wastewater treatment specialist with 13+ years across research, environmental management, and ESIA.

Gender & social development

Dr. Engdasew Feleke Lemma

Researcher and program leader focused on gender equality, social development, and climate resilience.

Economist & data scientist

Dr. Yonatan Desalegn Enaro

Impact evaluation and M&E specialist with advanced quantitative, survey, and data science expertise.

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Operations lead

Abdi Mersha Debela

Oversees operational logistics, property management, field activity coordination, and administrative operations for regional survey teams.

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Project assistant & MEAL coordinator

Marta Yohannes

Over ten years of multidisciplinary expertise in administrative coordination, laboratory program support, and MEAL logistics.

Let's work together

Good questions lead
to better outcomes.

Tell us what you are trying to understand, improve, or build. We would like to hear from you.

Start a conversation
Write to uslewiconsultancy@gmail.com
Call us+251 94 584 1684
Find us

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia