He completed his PhD in Geography with focus on Urban and Regional Planning at Osmania University in India. Kenate founded two Master’s programs in the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies - MSc Program in GIS and RS and MA Program in Urban and Regional Development Planning. He currently works as an advisor to the city of Jimma, and has 16 years of teaching, research, community service, and administration experience. His research interests in urban studies include developments in the suburban areas.