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What products are made by Ethiopia's cottage industries?
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In Ethiopia, cottage industries and small enterprises play a significant role in the economy by providing nonfarm employment and producing a wide range of consumer goods. These products include:
- Furniture
- Farming and construction implements
- Utensils
- Woven fabric and rugs
- Leathercrafts and footwear
- Jewelry
- Pottery
- Baskets
Some of these items are also produced for the tourist market.1