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Safaricom Ethiopia announced a hefty investment of USD 1.5 billion to build 5,000 new telecom towers across the country over the next three years. This ambitious plan aims to significantly improve network infrastructure and connectivity for millions of Ethiopians.

Ethio Telecom upgraded its Telebirr SuperApp to the next level with the launch of Telebirr Engage, transforming it into a comprehensive suite for communication, finance, and social interaction.

The Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) held a discussion forum on Wednesday, emphasizing the growing need for Ethiopia to adopt national policies regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI) as its global influence rises.

Ethio Telecom has announced its financial results for the first half of the current fiscal year. The company reported a net profit of Birr 11 billion, representing a significant 14% increase compared to the same period last year.

Ethio Telecom launched a Digital Financial Marketplace to boost the financial sector and promote inclusion.

Ethio Telecom has introduced new services, including Voice over Long-Term Evolution (VoLTE), to enhance connectivity and drive digital development in Ethiopia.

Raxio's Data Center has inaugurated a new facility in Addis Ababa, aiming to boost digital inclusion and extend Ethiopia's ICT infrastructure.

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Ethiopian Ministry of Innovation and Technology have reached an agreement to collaborate on enhancing the private sector within Ethiopia's start-up technology ecosystem.

Visa, a leading global provider of digital payment solutions, has joined forces with Enkopa Summit as the Platinum Sponsor for its annual event, scheduled to take place on October 12-13, 2023, at the Science Museum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

The Ethiopian Communications Authority (ECA) revealed that it would issue a second telecommunications license by the end of 2023. The entire licensing process could take two to three months allowing the third license to be issued in either November or December 2023.