The journey so far: Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu, founder, soleRebels Published by Justin Probyn on 15 January 2018 ‘I think conventional wisdom is, by definition, the antithesis of entrepreneurialism.’
Celebrated Ethiopian entrepreneur behind soleRebels reveals her next big idea Published by Kate Douglas on 19 May 2014 Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu launches online business, Republic of Leather.
What should the WEF on Africa address? Business leaders share their thoughts Published by Kate Douglas on 5 May 2014 African business leaders speak about what they hope the World Economic Forum on Africa will address this week.
From phones to fashion to rice: Online shopping gaining traction in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 27 March 2014 A number of companies are vying to become the Amazon of their respective territories.
How soleRebels became one of Africa’s most celebrated footwear brands Published by Making It Magazine on 19 July 2013 An innovative footwear manufacturer is helping to transform the economic landscape in Ethiopia.
Ethiopia’s soleRebels footwear brand takes on the Asian market Published by Kate Douglas on 11 December 2012 Ethiopia’s soleRebels footwear brand was recently featured in the December edition of the Chinese Vogue alongside well established brands such as Armani, Chanel, Gucci and Valentino.
Celebrated Ethiopian footwear brand opens first outlet in Taiwan Published by Jaco Maritz on 5 November 2012 Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu is one of Africa’s most celebrated businesswomen. The international media seemingly can’t get enough of this founder of soleRebels.
Meet the Boss: Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu, MD, soleRebels (Ethiopia) Published by Jaco Maritz on 8 May 2012 Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu, managing director of Ethiopian footwear company soleRebels, answers our questions.