The Necessity of Managers and Leaders in Ethiopian Organizations

Samson Worku Teshome explores the critical balance between management and leadership within Ethiopian professional settings. Citing Peter Drucker, the article distinguishes that management focuses on executing tasks correctly, while leadership is about identifying and pursuing the right objectives. The piece observes a shift occurring across various sectors, including tech startups in Bole and manufacturing plants in Debre Brhan. It argues that organizations require both skill sets to succeed in the evolving Ethiopian business landscape. The analysis highlights the unique challenges and needs of both public bureaus and private enterprises in the country.