About EthioWDS
The Ethiopian Web Design System (EthioWDS) is a design system for Ethiopian government and public-sector digital services. It provides principles, guidance, and code to help teams build accessible, mobile-friendly websites that serve all Ethiopians.
Our mission
EthioWDS aims to make it easier to build accessible, mobile-friendly government websites for the Ethiopian people. We do this by providing principles, guidance, and code so teams can deliver consistent, high-quality digital experiences.
To create consistent, accessible, and culturally relevant digital experiences that serve all Ethiopians.
Design principles
Our design principles guide how we create digital services:
- Accessibility first: We prioritize accessibility so digital services work for everyone, including people with disabilities.
- Cultural relevance: Designs reflect Ethiopian cultural heritage while meeting modern usability standards.
- Consistency: Consistent patterns and components create cohesive experiences across government services.
- Simplicity: We keep design and implementation simple so the system is easy to use and maintain.
What's included
EthioWDS provides what you need to create accessible, mobile-friendly government websites:
- Design principles and guidance
- UI components and patterns
- Design tokens for colors, typography, and spacing
- Accessibility guidance
- Ethiopian localization support
- Documentation and examples
Get involved
EthioWDS is open source. We welcome contributions from government teams, contractors, and the public. You can help by:
- Reporting bugs or suggesting improvements
- Contributing code or documentation
- Sharing feedback or research