Mekelle University Launches REVITAL-MU-ADU Project to Promote Post-Conflict Recovery and Climate Resilience
On July 22, 2025, Mekelle University, in partnership with Adigrat University and international collaborators, inaugurated the REVITAL-MU-ADU Project under the theme “Revitalizing Mekelle and Adigrat Universities’ Academic Capacity Post-Conflict: Introducing Peri-Urban Agroforestry for Climate Resilience, Forest Restoration, and Women’s Livelihood Enhancement.” The launch, held at Amdina Hotel, brought together academics, development professionals, and community representatives. Dr. Haileslasie G. Mariam of the Institute of Climate and Society delivered opening remarks highlighting the project’s crucial role in supporting post-conflict recovery and addressing climate challenges in Tigray, particularly among vulnerable groups. Dr. Fana Hagos, President of Mekelle University, formally opened the workshop. Representatives from BOKU University, Dr. Hans Sanden and Dr. Hafte Mebrahten, outlined the project’s objectives: restoring academic capacity and promoting peri-urban agroforestry as a means for environmental restoration, food security, job…



