Ethiopian Electric Utility (EEU) announced it has provided access to electricity for 46,603 households during the 30-day period since February 8, 2022. The figure has risen by 34 percent compared to the same period last year, with additional 15,768 households benefiting, EEU related.

The announcement was made during a virtual performance report meeting of the EEU. 

During the period, 19 rural towns have newly gained access to electricity, it was noted. Regular and project-based employment has also been created for 1,229 citizens.

EEU has further noted that it has availed electricity bill payment options for its customers via various options of internet and mobile banking, such as TeleBirr and CBE Birr, among others. 

Lack of forex, security issues in some regions and destruction of electric infrastructure, as well as the delay of imported supplies due to the coronavirus pandemic, have been raised as significant challenges during the period.

Shiferaw Telila, EEU's CEO, as well as other high-ranking officials of the organization, have attended the performance report meeting.

Source (Including Image): EEU