DAB Development Research & Training PLC (DAB-DRT) – Leading Research and Consulting Firm in Ethiopia

DAB Development Research & Training PLC (DAB-DRT) is a leading research, training, and consulting firm in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, established in 2014. We provide high-quality, evidence-based consultancy services to government institutions, international organizations, NGOs, and private sector clients across Ethiopia and beyond.

Our Core Areas of Expertise

DAB-DRT specializes in a wide range of development sectors, including:

Agricultural Development and Food Security
Rural Livelihoods and Economic Development
Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sustainability
Public Health (Reproductive Health, Family Health, Nutrition, and WASH)
Education and Skills Development
Gender Equality and Youth Empowerment
Capacity Building and Training Programs
Organizational Development and Change Management
Proven Track Record in Development Consulting

With over 12 years of experience, DAB-DRT has successfully delivered 200+ research and consulting projects for:

Government of Ethiopia
Bilateral and multilateral development partners
International NGOs and donor organizations

Our work supports data-driven decision-making, program evaluation, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and impact assessment across diverse sectors.

Why Choose DAB-DRT?

At DAB-DRT, quality and reliability are at the center of everything we do. We are recognized for:

Strong technical expertise and multidisciplinary consulting teams
A large network of highly experienced local and international consultants
Rigorous quality assurance systems and research methodologies
Deep contextual knowledge of Ethiopia and regional development challenges
Long-term partnerships with clients based on trust and results

We continuously refine our approaches through learning, innovation, and evidence-based practices to deliver impactful and sustainable solutions.

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