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Our national network of neighbors, friends, and leaders volunteer
their skills and resources to solve issues and address community needs.
Empowering Ethiopia’s Fight Against NCDs
Mathiwos Wondu Foundation is committed to supporting NCD patients and strengthening the national response to these diseases. Through its multiple projects, MWF has assisted thousands of families with financial aid, counseling, and access to care. With ten impactful projects and over $5 million worth of medical equipment distributed across Ethiopia, MWF continues to advance prevention, early detection, treatment, and public awareness; bringing hope and resilience to communities nationwide.
Impact
Plus, Cancer and NCD Patients Supported
Projects
2
Policy Changes Achieved
$ 5 million
Equipment
+ Members
Volunteers
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NCDS & RISK FACTORThe Mathiwos Wondu Foundation is working on Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and their associated risk factors as a key focus area in its mission to improve the overall health outcomes of the Ethiopian population. |
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Our Initiatives
MWF implements evidence-based public health initiatives that strengthen health systems, reduce the burden of noncommunicable diseases, and support healthier communities across Ethiopia.
Ethiopian PEN-Plus Implementation Project
Strengthening healthcare systems to improve access to quality services for people living with severe chronic noncommunicable diseases through the PEN-Plus approach.
Learn More →Multinational Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Control Project
Working with international partners to improve early detection, diagnosis, prevention, and control of lung cancer through research and capacity building.
Learn More →Support Food Policy in Ethiopia
Supporting evidence-based food policies that promote healthier diets, prevent nutrition-related diseases, and improve public health outcomes.
Learn More →Smoke-Free Environment & Pictorial Health Warnings
Supporting the implementation of tobacco control regulations, smoke-free environments, and pictorial health warnings to protect public health in Ethiopia.
Learn More →Our Partners & Funders
News and Update
In Loving Memory of Mr. Wondu Bekele Woldemariam
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Wondu Bekele Woldemariam, Founder and Chief Executive Director of the Mathiwos Wondu Foundation, who passed away today after a brave battle with cancer. Details regarding the funeral...
The 28th Annual Health Sector Review Meeting (ARM) Successfully Concludes!
Hosted by the Central Ethiopia Region in Hosaena, the ARM brought together health-sector stakeholders to reflect on achievements, share evidence, and set priorities for the next planning period.MWF was pleased to participate in person in this important national event...
Honouring a Legacy. Celebrating a Lasting Impact
Mathiwos Wondu Foundation (MWF) is deeply honoured to share a special recognition of our late Executive Director, Mr. Wondu Bekele, at the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation (BMSF) Africa Grantee Summit in Pretoria, South Africa on November 9, 2026.BMSF leadership,...
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