“Traveling around Ethiopia, I saw dozens of abandoned textile factories. People kept asking me to help them find work. So I thought I could make use of my experience in fashion to commercialize their products outside of Ethiopia.”
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Liya Kebede
Liya Kebede, born on March 1, 1978, is an internationally renowned model. Her career began in the late 1990s, quickly making her a favorite in the fashion industry. Known for her unique African heritage and elegant demeanor, Liya has brought a diverse perspective to the world of fashion, becoming an ambassador for several international brands and gracing the covers of magazines like Vogue and Harper's Bazaar. more