Ethiopian Business News

Ethiopia: 27th Addis Chamber International Trade Fair to Host 150 Manufacturers and Service Providers

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:17:39 GMT

The Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations has announced the upcoming 27^th edition of the Addis Chamber International Trade Fair, set to feature 150 local and international participants.

Ethiopia: Over 2.9 Million Business Registration and Licensing Services Provided Online in Nine Months

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:01:18 GMT

The Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration announced that it has provided 2,936,270 business registration and licensing services online at the national level during the first nine months of the 2025/26 fiscal year.

Ethiopia Ranks 23rd Globally in 2026 Global Outsourcing Talent Index

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:58:48 GMT

Ethiopia has secured the 23^rd position globally in the 2026 Ataraxis Global Outsourcing Talent Index, a comprehensive analysis evaluating 193 countries on labor costs, English proficiency, talent availability, and digital infrastructure. The report highlights Ethiopia as part of a group of African nations becoming competitive destinations for business process outsourcing (BPO). Ethiopia now ranks among the top 25 global destinations, contributing to Africa’s 28% share of the world’s leading outsourcing hubs.

Ethiopia: Wegagen Bank and IFC Sign USD 10 Million Trade Finance Guarantee Agreement

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:16:43 GMT

On April 9, Wegagen Bank and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, signed a strategic partnership agreement to establish a USD 10 million trade finance guarantee facility.

Brazil Approved to Export 17 Products, Including Beef, Poultry, and Pork, to Ethiopia

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:49:48 GMT

Brazil has been authorized to export 17 products to Ethiopia, including beef, poultry, and pork, according to an official from Brazil’s agriculture ministry.

Ethiopia: Ethio Telecom Launches “Tolo” Fast Payment System on Telebirr

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:21:43 GMT

Ethio Telecom has launched a new fast payment system, “Tolo,” on Telebirr, introducing a digital solution for toll and fine payments on the Addis Ababa - Adama Expressway.

Ethiopia Prevails in Two International Arbitration Cases Involving Claims Exceeding USD 850 Million

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:28:06 GMT

Ethiopia has secured victories in two major international arbitration cases, successfully defending claims exceeding USD 850 million and strengthening its position in international dispute resolution.

Ethio Telecom Opens First Super Fast EV Charging Station Outside Addis Ababa

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:40:45 GMT

Ethio Telecom has inaugurated a super fast electric vehicle charging station in Adama, marking the company’s first such facility outside Addis Ababa.

Ethiopia Raises Fuel Prices Again as New April 1 Rates Take Effect

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:14:10 GMT

Fuel prices in Ethiopia have increased again, with white diesel rising to Birr 163.09 per liter and gasoline reaching Birr 142.41 per liter, according to information confirmed by Tikvah Ethiopia.

Ethiopia Signs USD 13 Billion in Investment Deals at 2026 Forum

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:06:05 GMT

Ethiopia has secured investment agreements worth about USD 13 billion at the Invest in Ethiopia 2026 forum in Addis Ababa, according to the Ethiopian Investment Commission and other official statements issued after the event.