Anbessa Shoes
Anbessa Shoes is an Ethiopian footwear manufacturer and brand producing leather shoes in Addis Ababa's Akaky Kaliti industrial area. It sells in Ethiopia and exports to Asia, Europe, the United States and other African countries.
| Country | Ethiopia |
|---|---|
| Factory | Akaky Kaliti leather industry zone |
| Daily output (2017) | About 3,500 pairs |
| Export markets | Asia, Europe, the US and Africa |
What is Anbessa Shoes?
Anbessa Shoes, also written Ambessa, is one of Ethiopia's established shoe manufacturers, producing leather footwear for the domestic market and for export. The brand has been ranked among leading African brands two years running.
Production
In 2017 the company moved production to a new manufacturing facility in the Akaky Kaliti district, in an area reserved for the leather industry. At that time it made about 3,500 pairs of shoes a day with a workforce of around 1,200, and planned to raise capacity substantially, training staff with support from the Leather Industry Development Institute. The factory has also hosted visits from the regional leather institute ALLPI.
Distribution
Anbessa sells in the Ethiopian domestic market and exports to countries in Asia, Europe, the United States and Africa.
Why it matters
Ethiopia has positioned itself as an emerging sourcing hub for leather goods and apparel, and Anbessa is one of the home-grown manufacturers that combines a domestic consumer brand with export production, illustrating how African footwear makers are moving up the value chain.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Anbessa Shoes from?
Anbessa Shoes is an Ethiopian footwear manufacturer with its factory in the Akaky Kaliti district.
Does Anbessa Shoes export?
Yes. Anbessa exports shoes to countries in Asia, Europe, the United States and Africa.