Ethiopia 1960 Public Education Fund Semi-Postal Set

Ethiopia · 1960 · 5c+2c, 10c+5c, 15c+5c, 20c+5c, 25c+10c, 30c+10c, 50c+15c, 60c+15c, 80c+20c, 1t+25c

This semi-postal set features ten different designs illustrating aspects of public education in Ethiopia. The stamps depict children engaged in various learning activities, such as reading, writing, geography, and science, symbolizing the nation's commitment to youth development. Each stamp includes a surtax, indicated by the second value, which was dedicated to funding the Public Education Fund.

Issued during the reign of Emperor Haile Selassie I, this set was part of a broader effort to modernize Ethiopia and expand access to education throughout the country. The funds raised by these stamps directly supported the construction and maintenance of schools.