AASTU Software Engineers Association

🚨 URGENT: An Ethiopian Dev is #1 in the World - We Need to Hold the Line! 🇪🇹 Selam guys, A 24-year-old solo developer from Addis Ababa just beat 10,000 global teams to reach the finals of the Amazon (AWS) AIdeas Challenge. He built Ivy an offline-capable AI tutor for Ethiopian students on $120 Android phones. Right now, Ivy is Ranked #1 Globally. But a massive corporate team from India is only 29 votes behind, mobilizing their universities to overtake us tonight. We cannot let Ethiopia lose this. The US has Silicon Valley. India has Bangalore. Ivy has us. Takes 30 seconds to make history: 1️⃣ Click the link below 2️⃣ Sign in (or create a quick AWS Builder ID with your email) 3️⃣ Hit the 👍 "Like" button on the article. 👉 VOTE HERE: https://builder.aws.com/content/3CQJ9SY2gNvSZKWd3tEq8ny7kSr/aideas-finalist-ivy-the-worlds-first-offline-capable-proactive-ai-tutoring-agent

ALX Ethiopia, in collaboration with GopherCon Ethiopia, is proud to host Ethiopia’s very first Golang Meetup! This is your chance to dive into the world of Go, connect with developers, tech enthusiasts, and curious minds, and explore the power of one of the fastest-growing programming languages. 💡 No prior experience needed - just bring your curiosity and passion for learning. Save your spot here: https://luma.com/xyvn6sk9 📌 Capstone,ALX Tech Hub, Lideta 📆 ሚያዚያ 10፣2019 (April 18, 2026) ⏰ ከ8፡00 ሰአት - 11 ሰአት (2:00 PM - 5:00PM) #ALXEthiopia #ALXAfrica #GoolangMeetup #GopherEthiopia #DoHardThings #LifeAtALX

Introducing CoreLink: Ethiopian Innovation and Talent Hub

Join now: corelink.et CoreLink is a verified pool where Ethiopian professionals and students are brought together on one table. It is the space where talent gets discovered by building a deep-dive professional identity based on actual projects and daily progress. By organizing scattered skills into one resource, CoreLink makes it possible to find the best talent for your ideas and connect with the right team members. Instead of searching through disconnected groups, you can see everyone's work in one place. If you are a student, start building your profile now to get discovered by companies and individuals. Whether you want to collaborate on projects or be matched with startups and opportunities that fit your skills, CoreLink connects you to both local and global possibilities. Join the pool of professionals and get discovered. 🔗 Link: corelink.et 📢 Telegram: @CoreLinkEthiopia

📣"ሀምሳ ሎሚ ለአንድ ሰው ሸክሙ፤ለሀምሳ ሰው ቀሊል ነው" ይላል ያገሬ ሰው..... 💥የ technology  ፍቅር የወለደህ web2 & web3 developer, UI/UX designer, graphics designer,..... ውጥን ሆይ🟢 እነሆ ጊዜዬን, እውቀቴን እና  interneten  ሰውቼ  ህዝቤን እና ሀገሬን ሚጠቅም product እየሰራሁኝ እገኛለሁ.... የተከበርከው ትውልድ ሆይ ይህን producten እውቀት ያለህ በእውቀትህ፥ ልምድ ያለህ በexperience ተጠቀመህ each and every features  test ታደርግልኝ ዘንድ in the father of software እጠይቅሀለው....  ⚠️ታዲያ ይህን post አይተህ ፤ባላየ ታልፍና prodacten እልሀለው ትጣላኛለህ 💯 ⚡️Small description on how you can test: ➡️If you’re working on an e-commerce project and need a payment API, I’d really appreciate you trying it and giving feedback 😻  It’s currently running on the Stellar testnet (so everything is just for testing). ✔️ If you're developer we really appreciate🙏  ይህንኛውን  feature እንድትጠቀሙ 🧑‍💻 API Integration (quick steps): 1. Sign up at as a merchant www.mellamate.tech 2. Get your API key from the dashboard 3. Install the SDK / or use REST API 4. Add the payment endpoint to your checkout 5. Test transactions using testnet USDC 💎 Or you can just test it by: * Opening a wallet * Sending & receiving transactions 🎁 You’ll get 1 USDC (testnet🤠) once you register. 💵ወደ mainnet ስንወጣ ደሞ test laderegachulin የምንክስ ይሆናል👀 በተጨማሪም  please follow us on LinkedIn and X 🙂 https://www.linkedin.com/company/mellamate/ https://x.com/mellamate_?s=21 Please drop your  ሀሳብ አስተያየት ከታች ባለው ሊንክ 👇 https://forms.gle/R4AwF978gjCR1Egw6

📣"ሀምሳ ሎሚ ለአንድ ሰው ሸክሙ፤ለሀምሳ ሰው ቀሊል ነው" ይላል ያገሬ ሰው..... 💥የ technology  ፍቅር የወለደህ web2 & web3 developer, UI/UX designer, graphics designer,..... ውጥን ሆይ🟢 እነሆ ጊዜዬን, እውቀቴን እና  interneten  ሰውቼ  ህዝቤን እና ሀገሬን ሚጠቅም product እየሰራሁኝ እገኛለሁ.... የተከበርከው ትውልድ ሆይ ይህን producten እውቀት ያለህ በእውቀትህ፥ ልምድ ያለህ በexpriancih  ተጠቀመህ each and every features  test ታደርግልኝ ዘንድ in the father of software እጠይቅሀለው....  ⚠️ታዲያ ይህን post አይተህ ፤ባላየ ታልፍና prodacten እልሀለው ትጣላኛለህ 💯 ⚡️Small description on how you can test: ➡️If you’re working on an e-commerce project and need a payment API, I’d really appreciate you trying it and giving feedback 😻  It’s currently running on the Stellar testnet (so everything is just for testing). ✔️ If you're developer we really appreciate🙏  ይህንኛውን  feature እንድትጠቀሙ 🧑‍💻 API Integration (quick steps): 1. Sign up at as a merchant www.mellamate.tech 2. Get your API key from the dashboard 3. Install the SDK / or use REST API 4. Add the payment endpoint to your checkout 5. Test transactions using testnet USDC 💎 Or you can just test it by: * Opening a wallet * Sending & receiving transactions 🎁 You’ll get 1 USDC (testnet🤠) once you register. በተጨማሪም  please follow us on LinkedIn and X 🙂 https://www.linkedin.com/company/mellamate/ https://x.com/mellamate_?s=21 Please drop your  ሀሳብ አስተያየት ከታች ባለው ሊንክ 👇 https://forms.gle/R4AwF978gjCR1Egw6

To ALL AASTU Graduates

Fill AASTU Tracer Study 2026

The purpose of this questionnaire is to collect information from first‑degree regular graduate students to assess graduates’ employment status within their fields of study, evaluate the relevance of academic programs, and identify the skills currently demanded by the labor market for potential program improvements. The findings will guide the university in designing initiatives that better prepare graduates for employment and ensure academic programs remain aligned with future career opportunities. All results will be presented only in summarized form, and individual responses will be kept strictly confidential. We kindly invite you to complete the questionnaire below, which will take no longer than five minutes. Thank you very much for your valuable cooperation. - Department https://forms.gle/u9W5RgzUN7s38q2H8 @AASTUSEA @AASTUSEA

Join the A2SV Remote Education G7 Program! The A2SV Remote Education G7 community conversation has officially started! We are excited to invite brilliant members of the A2SV community to join our remote program and take part in this unique learning experience. 🎒Who Can Apply: Students from all universities are welcome, except the following A2SV partner universities who are not eligible for the remote program (since A2SV provides in-person education at these institutions) : AAiT, AASTU, ASTU, AUCA and University of Rwanda Requirements: Solved ≥60 problems across LeetCode & Codeforces (combined) ≥30 active days across LeetCode and Codeforces combined. Application Deadline: April 13, 2026 👉Apply here: Application Form

The AASTU Student App just got better! A huge thank you to our open-source contributors for making this update possible. Check out what’s new: • Updated Virtual ID: Now featuring the new AASTU design for all users. • Schedule Management: Smoother and more reliable class tracking. • Grade Calculator: Rebuilt and better than ever. AND We removed account creation process, just launch the app and use it! 🤝 👩‍💻 Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.horansoftware.aastu 👩‍💻iOS https://apps.apple.com/us/app/aastu-student-community/id6761331942 💬Telegram Mini App https://t.me/aastu_students_bot/aastu_app @codeitlab

🚀 Tickets are LIVE! Join us for Block Fest Addis Ababa from March 25 – April 1 — a week full of innovation, collaboration, and creativity. Whether you're into tech, blockchain, design, or just curious about the future, this is where the community comes together. 🎟️ Secure your ticket now and be part of the movement. 👉 blockfest.bad.et #BlockFest #AddisAbaba #TechCommunity #Innovation #Web3

Join CoreLink Ethiopia! CoreLink Ethiopia is a national innovation and talent hub where Ethiopian students, skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, and founders come together to meet like-minded people, collaborate, and grow professionally. If you are a student or professional, join to develop your skills, learn from others, build a professional profile, collaborate on projects, find co-founders, and access meaningful job and career opportunities. If you are a company or business owner, join to discover talented individuals, post opportunities, and connect with the right people to grow your team and ventures. Join our community as the place where Ethiopian talent, vision, and collaboration come together to create real impact. Visit corelink.et or search “CoreLink Ethiopia” in your browser to Join and learn more.

Join CoreLink Ethiopia! CoreLink Ethiopia is a national innovation and talent hub where Ethiopian students, skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, and founders come together to meet like-minded people, collaborate, and grow professionally. If you are a student or professional, join to develop your skills, learn from others, build a professional profile, collaborate on projects, find co-founders, and access meaningful job and career opportunities. If you are a company or business owner, join to discover talented individuals, post opportunities, and connect with the right people to grow your team and ventures. Join our community as the place where Ethiopian talent, vision, and collaboration come together to create real impact. Visit corelink.et or search “CoreLink Ethiopia” in your browser to Join and learn more.

🚀 BlockFest 2026 is coming to Ethiopia! Where innovation meets opportunity💡 🎟 Don’t miss the biggest blockchain experience of the year! 👉 Follow us https://www.tiktok.com/@badethiopia now for updates & surprises 👀 For the students by the students #BlockFest2026 #BlockchainEthiopia #TechEvent

🔥 AASTU… WE’RE BACK AND THIS TIME IT’S PERSONAL🔥 Sorry about last week’s inconvenience but trust us, this comeback is worth it. 👀💛 On Wednesday, March 4 at 7:30 LT, the AASTU Old Graduation Hall is about to turn into something different. Not just noise. Not just speeches. But real energy. Real stories. Real impact. This is “Be The Reason Someone Smiles.” And it’s bigger than an event. 🎓 Freshman Welcome 🎤 Brana LIVE on stage 🗣 A panel discussion that’ll actually make you think 🎬 A documentary that hits different ❓ Interactive Q&A 🎁 Prizes because we love winners 🌟 Influencers pulling up (some surprises too 😉) 🎙 And a special appearance by Dr. Biniyam bringing that mindset shift energy This day is about unity. About kindness. About being that one person who changes someone’s day without even realizing it. pull up with your squad. Bring the vibe. Bring the smile. Because March 4 isn’t just another date. It’s your chance to be the reason someone walks out different. 💛🔥

🚀 Grand Final Alert: Hult Prize AASTU x AAU 2026! 🏆 The ultimate showdown is here AAU and AASTU students unite for the Hult Prize OnCampus Grand Final today! EVENT DETAILS

📅 Date & Time: Saturday, Feb 28 🕔 Time: ጠዋት 2:00 PM 📍 Venue: ALX Hub Weta (Capstone ALX Tech Hub, Lideta

❗️Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mFEThmm4kFuQXQrD8 MEET OUR JUDGES ⚡️ Abeselom Samson Master Trainer | Facilitator Consultant | Academician Speaker / Co-founder of Shengo GlobalMaster Trainer ⚡️ Bethelhem Abebe Managing Director of Tayari HR Services /Trainer/ Self Development Enthusiast ⚡️ Betelhem Assegdew Project Manager | Kazana Group Business Development Expert Startup Mentor ⚡️ Fasil Getaneh Program Coordinator | Startup & Innovation Ecosystem Builder | Entrepreneurship Trainer ❗️RSVP: GOOGLE FORM❗️ Join us and get inspired, network, and cheer on social impact startups chasing that $1M global prize. @hultprizeaastu @hultprize_aau @AlxEthiopiaOfficial

Everyone is pulling up tomorrow 👀 Polkadot In-Person Community Meetup Builders • Hackathon • Networking • Giveaways 🎁 🗓 Tomorrow 🕘 9AM | 📍 Creative Hub (Piassa Old Post Office) Don’t be the one watching stories — be in them 😌 👉 https://luma.com/2qipnxd2

WeGo is Hiring | 3-Month Internship → Full-Time Opportunity WeGo is a student-centered startup built by students, for students — empowering young Ethiopians through mobility, social commerce, and opportunity. As we expand across ASTU, AASTU, and other universities, we’re opening applications for our 3-Month Internship Program, with the opportunity to transition into paid or full-time roles based on performance, commitment, and team fit. This is hands-on, real-world work experience. You’ll work on real products With real users Creating real impact We’re looking for: • Marketing & Finance leadership talent • Content, operations, and community builders • Students & young professionals ready to take ownership If you want to build, learn fast, and grow with a national startup this is your moment. 📌 Apply now: wego.com.et/careers 📱 Telegram Support: @WeGo_support 📢 Join our community: @official_WeGo 📞 Phone: 09-24-30-40-85 🌐 Website: wego.com.et Applications close on February 08, 2026 Here WeGo.

WeGo is Hiring | 3-Month Internship → Full-Time Opportunity WeGo is a student-centered startup built by students, for students — empowering young Ethiopians through mobility, social commerce, and opportunity. As we expand across ASTU, AASTU, and other universities, we’re opening applications for our 3-Month Internship Program, with the opportunity to transition into paid or full-time roles based on performance, commitment, and team fit. This is hands-on, real-world work experience. You’ll work on real products With real users Creating real impact We’re looking for: • Marketing & Finance leadership talent • Content, operations, and community builders • Students & young professionals ready to take ownership If you want to build, learn fast, and grow with a national startup this is your moment. 📌 Apply now: wego.com.et/careers 📱 Telegram Support: @WeGo_support 📢 Join our community: @official_WeGo 📞 Phone: 09-24-30-40-85 🌐 Website: wego.com.et Applications close on February 08, 2026 Here WeGo.

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🚀 Polkadot 101 for Beginners – Virtual Session 🚀 Join Cecilia and Lynette, graduates of the Polkadot Blockchain Academy, as they guide you through the basics of Polkadot and Web3 concepts in the simplest way possible! 📅 This Week’s Sessions: Tuesday, Thursday & Friday ⏰ Time: 7:00 – 8:00 PM (1:00 – 2:00 PM local time) 💻 Place: Online 🎁 Exciting Weekly Prizes: Top performers will be recognized, and the final week will feature capstone projects during a physical meetup and workshop! Meet Our Mentors: Cecilia: Blockchain engineer passionate about teaching Web3. Lynette: Developer with experience in blockchain and Rust. 🔗 Register Here: https://forms.gle/UhU8yBPdGw8DhAFy8 Don’t miss out – secure your spot now and start your blockchain journey! 🌐✨

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