Habesha Breweries S.C. is an Ethiopian brewery founded in 2009 by a group of local Ethiopian investors. Headquartered in Addis Ababa, the company has grown into one of Ethiopia's premier brewing companies. Today, Habesha Breweries is owned by Swinkels Family Brewers Holding N.V., reflecting the international interest in Ethiopia's expanding beer market. The brewery takes its name from the term 'Habesha', which refers to the people of Ethiopia and Eritrea, and its identity is deeply rooted in the diversity of Ethiopian cultures, languages, and regions. The flagship product, Habesha Beer, has been at the heart of the brewery's portfolio since its launch and has built a loyal following across the country. The brewery positions itself as a local challenger brand, competing in a market that includes a portfolio of over 500 beer brands. Habesha Breweries holds a significant portfolio of intellectual property to protect its market identity and brand value, underlining its ambitions as a serious player in the Ethiopian brewing landscape. Since its founding, Habesha Breweries has steadily built scale within Ethiopia, expanding its production capacity through capital investments and share offerings. The brewery represents a broader story of local entrepreneurship in a country not traditionally associated with large-scale commercial brewing, making it a noteworthy name in African craft and commercial beer culture.