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About Anka

An Addis Ababa-based agriculture and livestock company connecting Ethiopian farmers with buyers around the world.

Who We Are

Anka Cowland Export & Import PLC is a private limited company registered under Ethiopian law, founded in 2021 by Wansisa Wana. Based in Addis Ababa with farming activities across the country, we trade quality livestock, crops and agri-commodities in national and international markets.

We have grown into an integrated market player, trading between 2,000 and 5,000 animals each month, with strong relationships on both the supplier and buyer side.

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Our Vision

To help eradicate famine in Ethiopia and beyond by improving the productivity of farmland and the nutritional value of food produced — while preserving and enhancing the environment.

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Our Mission

To attain year-round sustainable production and supply by enhancing small-scale farmers' use of land, and to provide consumers and farmers a reliable market for high-quality farm and livestock products.

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Our Culture

Teamwork, accountability and open communication — valuing people for their competencies, ideas and creativity to grow the organisation and the community.

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Message from our CEO

"The name Anka Cowland reflects everything we stand for — hope, trustworthiness, satisfaction, confidence and reliability. Our true success is when we are seen upholding the values the name brings to life.

A steady flow of orders from our clients reflects their trust in our heritage and diversified experience. I thank all our associates, stakeholders and valued customers for their continued confidence in Anka."

Wansisa Wana
Chief Executive Officer

Our People

Management Team

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Wansisa Wana

Chief Executive Officer

Founder, responsible for the company's farming and livestock import/export activities.

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Heaven Alemayehu

General Manager

Accountant by profession; oversees operations, procurement, logistics and finance.

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Dr. Steven Bani

Intl. Business Development

Leads export sales across the Middle East, North & West Africa and South-East Asia.

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Mesfin Gemechu

Finance

Bachelor in Accounting Management; leads finance, accounting and audit.

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Sam Slan Glay

Farming & Livestock Ops

Degree in Farming & Livestock; leads operations across the company's activities.

Work With Anka

Reach out and let's discuss how we can supply your market.

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