Merga Yonas Bula
Managing Editor
Bio
Merga Yonas Bula is the Managing Editor at MFC. As a freelance journalist at Table.Media, he has been covering sociopolitical and economic issues of countries in the Horn of Africa and their diaspora communities. He also worked as an Editor at Deutsche Welle (DW) and Co-Project Manager at DW Akademie. Merga has an MA in International Media Studies, a joint project of DW Akademie, Bonn Rhein-Sieg University, and the University of Bonn and a PhD in Communication Science from the Institute of Communication and Media Studies of Leipzig University.
Hildana Endale
Data Analyst
Bio
Hildana Endale is working with MFC as Data Analyst. She is also a social media analyst and fact-checker, with experience in project cycle management with a human rights-based approach. She holds a BSc in Information Systems from Addis Ababa University.
Naol Getachew
Editor and Fact-Checker
Bio
Naol is an Editor and Fact-Checker at MFC, dedicated to empowering individuals to counter disinformation and create a healthier digital space. He brings five years of experience in fact-checking, journalism, and media literacy training to his work. Naol has trained hundreds of Ethiopian journalists, media practitioners, and communication experts on countering disinformation, public relations, and media literacy. Beyond his role at MFC, Naol serves as the Fellowship Lead & Training Coordinator for the Africa Fact-Checking Fellowship – Ethiopia Project. Naol holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in French Literature and Professional Skills from Addis Ababa University.
Soyome Getachew
Editor and Fact-Checker
Bio
Soyome, who is a Journalist, is an Editor and Fact-Checker at MFC. She is currently working as a Fact-Checker and Host of a radio show in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Her goal is to make her country and family proud through her work in this media profession. Soyome has a Bachelor Degree in Journalism and Communication from Wollega University.
Rehobot Ayalew
Editor and Fact-Checker
Bio
Rehobot is an Editor and Fact-Checker at MFC. She is an Ethiopian media professional with a strong focus on fighting misinformation and promoting media literacy. She is an independent consultant and fact-checker with experience working for local and international organizations. Currently, she leads her own media consultancy firm called Niqu Ethiopia, which works to enhance media literacy in Ethiopia and beyond. In addition to her fact-checking work, Rehobot is also a show host and public speaker. She has experience moderating discussions and hosting events – for example, hosted a youth dialogue show. Rehobot is studying her Masters Degree in Development Communication and Media at Ethiopian Civil Service University. She has a Bachelor Degree in Economics from Ambo University.
Fasil Aregay
Editor and Fact-Checker
Bio
Fasil is an Editor and Fact-Checker at MFC. He is an experienced journalist and fact-checker. With over seven years of experience in the field, he worked with reputable media outlets including Zami Radio, Ahadu Radio, and Yeneta Media covering a wide range of topics including politics, social and business issues. Fasil has a Bachelor Degree in Broadcast Journalism from Addis Ababa University.
