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Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 25 March 2024.

The Ethiopian Ministry of Mines has announced the discovery of gold deposits exceeding 517 tons across several regions, including Benishangul-Gumuz, Gambella, Oromia, and Tigray. This discovery is the culmination of extensive geological surveys conducted over the past 15 years, according to Mines State Minister Million Mathewos.

The Ethiopian Electric Utility (EEU) is making significant strides in expanding electricity access and modernizing its services. As of the 2023/2024 fiscal year, the number of EEU customers has reached 4,615,787, reflecting a net gain of 257,188 new customers connected in just eight months.

Ethiopia's effort to joining the World Trade Organization (WTO) is inching closer to reality, according to the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration (MoTRI). State Minister Kassahun Gofe, during a briefing to the House of People’s Representatives (HPR), highlighted the potential benefits of WTO membership, including expanded global trade opportunities for Ethiopia.

The Mekele Industrial Park in Ethiopia is back in business. After a two-year pause due to the Tigray conflict, the Industrial Parks Development Corporation (IPDC) announced the park's successful return to full-scale production. Existing companies have already restarted operations, and the park is attracting fresh interest from new investors.

Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 22 March 2024.

Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 20 March 2024.

Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 19 March 2024.

Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 18 March 2024.

The Ethiopian government is addressing concerns within the coffee industry, urging suppliers and exporters to uphold their obligations on the vertical trading platform. This platform, designed to connect farmers and suppliers directly with exporters, has faced issues impacting both farmers and national export targets.