Trained as an architect and passionate about technology, he has amassed solid expertise in the digital field. He now leads three technology companies, including Room.et, which focuses on real estate management.

Natnael Mekonnen Tsehay is an Ethiopian tech entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Room.et, an online room-booking service for hotels, apartments, and guest houses. His aim is to change the way people book stays in Africa.

Founded in 2021, Room.et is an online hotel aggregator offering a virtual marketplace for available hotel rooms. With a dedicated website and mobile app, the platform allows users to discover and book hotel rooms based on criteria such as price, room type, and desired amenities, while offering various payment solutions.

A serial entrepreneur, Natnael Mekonnen Tsehay also founded WAKANDA Technologies in 2018, a company specializing in IT consulting, outsourcing services, and information technologies, helping businesses achieve their goals with modern digital solutions.

In 2019, he launched Ethiopian Business Daily, where he serves as the General Manager. The media outlet provides daily business news in Ethiopia, covering startups, business activities, trade regulations, and technology.

Natnael Mekonnen Tsehay holds a Bachelor's degree in Architecture obtained in 2019 from the Ethiopian Institute of Architecture, Building Construction and City Development (EIABC). He also holds a certificate in Real Estate Management from Addis Ababa University.

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