[U.S. Embassy Addis Ababa] Addis Ababa -- International accreditation is essential for Ethiopian public universities as they transition to autonomous governance. Not only does accreditation assure students that their academic programs meet rigorous international standards, but it also opens new educational and economic opportunities for students because their educational backgrounds are recognized by international institutions and employers. For this reason, the U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia, in collaboration with Ministry of Education and Institute