The role of women in national development : E.I. contribution of Ethiopian women to the development effort

Abstract

Women occupy a very significant and decisive place in the social, cultural, economic and political life of Ethiopia. Their importance is evident both in modern and traditional sectors, not only as housewives and mothers in society a para-eminent role, but also by their contribution to the quality of day to day life. Ethiopia being predominantly an agricultural country, most of the people live in rural areas. Farming is the primary occupation that determines the rhythm of economic life. In such an environment people live modestly, dedicating themselves mostly to traditional occupation