In line with the country's educational training and development policy, Harar Teacher Education and Business College aims to produce teachers and employees who exhibit professional ethics and are capable of contributing to the development of the education sector. The college focuses on producing professionals equipped with the knowledge, skills, and dedication required to improve educational outcomes and drive progress in the region.
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Position
Ordin Bedri is the President (Chief Administrator) of the Harari People’s National Regional State.
He also serves as Mayor of Harar city. AMALI
He is affiliated with the Prosperity Party. AMALI+1
Education & Career
He holds a Master’s in Leadership & Management from Haramaya University. AMALI
His prior roles include:
Head of Culture & Tourism Bureau (Harari) (2018–2019) AMALI
Head of the President’s Office (Harari) (2016–2018) AMALI
Dean of Harar Teachers Education & Business College (2012–2016) AMALI
Leadership & Vision
Ordin Bedri is described as a visionary leader committed to development, unity, and inclusivity in Harari Region. hararicommunication.gov.et
He emphasizes peace, development, the rule of law, and good governance. hararicommunication.gov.et
He advocates working together across communities, strengthening unity of thought and action. hararicommunication.gov.et
National unity is part of his vision: he frames regional development in the context of sovereignty and unity of Ethiopia. hararicommunication.gov.et
Heritage Preservation
He supports preservation and beautification of the Jugol (Jegol) Wall, the historic fortified city in Harar (a UNESCO heritage-site). Welcome to Fana Media Corporation S.C+2hararicommunication.gov.et+2
He has stressed that preservation work must balance quality, sustainability, and beauty. hararicommunication.gov.et
Environmental & Green Initiatives
Under his leadership, Harari Region participated in a large-scale tree-planting campaign (Green Legacy Initiative) alongside Benishangul-Gumuz. ENA English
He praised the local community’s commitment and initiative in planting saplings. ENA English
Community Health & Social Services
Harar University donated money to support community health insurance, and Bedri has spoken about its importance for access to health for residents. Haramaya University
Diplomatic / Inter-City Relations
He led a Harari delegation to Djibouti, where Harar signed a sister-city agreement with the city of Arta.
