The author brings forth a wealth of over three decades of progressively advancing senior-level experience in the domain of national and international development. This expertise has been honed through the orchestration of multifaceted initiatives on behalf of respected entities such as the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the United Nations (UN), and during an esteemed tenure as a senior civil servant within the Government of Eritrea.

Semere Solomon’s journey toward a career in international development and humanitarian assistance was far from a straightforward path. As a young man, he joined the struggle for Eritrea’s independence, later playing a pivotal role in the Education Ministry after the country gained statehood. Venturing beyond his homeland, he pursued advanced degrees and launched into a distinguished career in global development, accumulating over twenty-five years of extensive experience. His professional influence extends across diverse regions, encompassing Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Central Asia.