Tesfaye Yigezu

Tesfaye Yigezu Kelka is an Ethiopian politician who is serving as the State Minister of Ministry of Irrigation and lowlands since August 9 2024. Tesfaye is from the Wolaitans and he was chief administrator of Wolayita Zone from 2011 to 2013.

Career

Tesfaye has served his country in different levels. He served as chief Adiminstrator of Wolayita Zone for two years. He also headed the former SNNPR's Urban development and construction bureau. Tesfaye Yigezu was vice president of SNNPR until its dissolution in August 2023. Tesfaye has served as deputy president of the South Ethiopia Regional State starting from its establishment.