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Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry discussed Core Insights - Ethiopia has increased paid maternity leave from 90 to 120 days and introduced three days of paid paternity leave in 2019, reflecting a significant reform in parental leave policies [1][16][24] - The report emphasizes the importance of job-protected leave for both parents, which is critical for health, economic, and social development outcomes [1][5] - Ethiopia's experience serves as a potential model for other countries aiming to enhance their parental leave policies [5][24] Summary by Sections Maternity and Paternity Leave Policies - In 2019, Ethiopia's Labor Proclamation No. 1156/2019 established 120 days of maternity leave and three days of paternity leave for private sector workers [16][24] - The average global maternity leave is only 14 weeks, with Sub-Saharan Africa having a lower percentage of countries with such policies [5][12] Socioeconomic Context - Ethiopia's rapid economic growth, with an average annual growth rate of 9.5% over the past 15 years, has influenced labor reform demands [18][19] - The political transition in Ethiopia created a conducive environment for comprehensive legal reform, including labor laws [23][24] Stakeholder Engagement - The reform process involved tripartite negotiations among the Confederation of Ethiopian Trade Unions, Ethiopian Employers' Federation, and the government, highlighting the role of social dialogue [25][26] - Trade unions played a crucial role in advocating for extended maternity leave and the introduction of paternity leave, emphasizing equal treatment for all workers [35][36] Implementation Challenges - The report identifies challenges in disseminating the new Labor Proclamation and ensuring compliance among employers [44][46] - There is a lack of data on the uptake of maternity and paternity leave, which complicates the assessment of the reform's effectiveness [46][48] Lessons Learned - Key lessons from Ethiopia's reform experience include the importance of stakeholder alignment, political transition, and the use of evidence to support policy changes [49][50] - The report suggests that adequate paid leave policies can enhance social welfare and economic performance, countering the notion that they impede foreign investment [49][50]