Ethio Telecom launched Air Time Credit Service (ACS). The service allows the telecom’s customers to continue using the telecom’s services when they run out of balance or when they cannot buy vouchers because of time or money constraints.
Ethiopia’s telecommunications market is gearing up for further growth, with the arrival of a third telecom operator expected by late 2025 or early 2026, according to the Ethiopian Communications Authority (ECA). Although the ECA paused new license issuance in mid-2023, this move is intended to foster a more favorable investment climate before welcoming new global players.
Ethiopia's sole telecom services provider Ethio Telecom said it has reduced roaming tariff in 56 countries, by making agreements with 73 operators in the countries.
The Ethiopian Textile Industry Development Institute (ETIDI) noted that exports for the first six months of Ethiopian fiscal year 2015-2016 were lagging behind, achieving only 70% of the planned target, East African Business Week reported.
Ethiopia is set to hold its second edition of International Coffee Day. About 1,500 people, including senior government officials, diplomats, representatives of coffee producers, roasters, exporters, suppliers, international buyers as well as local and foreign experts among others, are expected to attend the opening session set for February 6, 2020, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. During the event, the country will also launch its Ethiopian Coffee Brand Logo.
