Electric
Ethio telecom opened its fourth public super-fast EV charging station in Adama, first expansion outside Addis Ababa. The Adama site uses 180 kW chargers …
Apr 22, 2026
Latest News
Regulations - Financial
Addis Ababa — Ethiopia’s Ministry of Finance has issued a directive supporting income tax exemptions for investors operating in free trade zones, in a …
Apr 16, 2026
News - Transport
Djibouti offered Ethiopia a 60% equity stake in the Tadjoura Port, according to Finance Minister Ilyas Moussa Dawaleh. Ethiopian government declined the proposal, seeking …
Apr 13, 2026
Import/Export
Sixteen Dutch companies visited Ethiopia to explore investment opportunities in the horticulture value chain. The mission focused on floriculture, fruits, vegetables, logistics, and agricultural …
Apr 13, 2026
News - Transport
New ship repair yard inaugurated in Djibouti to service regional and international vesselsFacility developed to reduce reliance on foreign ship maintenance hubsYard positioned near …
Apr 06, 2026
News - Transport
Three vessels docked in Djibouti carrying 143,000 metric tons of jet fuel and gasoil. Deliveries included 73,000 metric tons of gasoil and 70,000 metric …
Apr 06, 2026
Electric
Alemu Sime urges GAC Group to establish manufacturing plant in EthiopiaProposal raised during GAC Juntu EV showroom launch in Addis AbabaNew facility spans 2,300 …
Apr 06, 2026
Regulations - Transport
Ethiopian Airlines to launch cargo flights to Nigeria’s Gateway Airport New route strengthens air cargo connectivity between Ethiopia and West Africa Expansion targets growing …
Apr 06, 2026
News - Financial
International Islamic Bank Group receives license from National Bank of EthiopiaRepresentative office to be established in Addis AbabaApproval aligns with Ethiopia’s financial sector liberalization …
Apr 06, 2026
News - Financial
Addis Ababa, April 3, 2026 — The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has intensified
Apr 04, 2026
Electric
Deals signed with Sany International and Hangzhou TrumaxSany to supply wheel loaders and excavators in SKD formTrumax to supply batching plants and crusher plants …
Apr 03, 2026
News - Financial
Agreement focuses on bilateral financial collaboration frameworksDiscussions include cross-border payment systems and settlement mechanismsCooperation targets improved trade financing and liquidity supportChina remains one of …
Apr 03, 2026
Regulations - Financial
National Bank of Ethiopia maintains credit growth cap at 24%Decision taken by Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in March 2026 reviewPolicy framework introduced in 2023 …
Apr 03, 2026
Diesel/Gasoline
Ethiopia has implemented a fresh round of fuel price increases in Addis Ababa, with retail rates rising across all major categories as global oil …
Apr 03, 2026
News - Financial
Bank of China and African Development Bank reviewing financing for Bishoftu AirportProject estimated at $5–6 billion total investment costPlanned capacity: 60–100 million passengers per …
Apr 03, 2026
News - Transport
180,000 metric tons of fuel shipments stalled near Strait of HormuzGlobal fuel prices tripled (≈3x increase) following supply disruptionEthiopia imports nearly 100% of its …
Apr 03, 2026
Import/Export
Ethiopia earned $6. 76 billion export revenue in first 8 months of FY 2025/26Export performance achieved 101% of government targetCoffee exports generated over $1. …
Apr 03, 2026
Regulations - Financial
National Bank caps interbank transfers, restricting fund movement between banks Industrial park tenants report operational disruptions due to transfer limits Companies unable to pay …
Mar 29, 2026
Electric
Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd launched four EV models in EthiopiaNew flagship GAC JUNTU showroom opened in Addis AbabaShowroom spans 2,300 square meters with …
Mar 29, 2026
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Mar 29, 2026
Regulations - Financial
National Bank of Ethiopia expands regulatory oversight across insurance sectorNew directive extends supervision beyond shareholders to agents and intermediariesInsurance agents now subject to stricter …
Mar 27, 2026
News - Financial
Afreximbank backs 8 African startups through its innovation programEach startup eligible for funding up to $250,000Gebeya Inc. selected as Ethiopia’s representativeProgram targets digital innovation, …
Mar 27, 2026
News - Financial
International Finance Corporation committed $6. 9 billion to Ethiopia over five yearsInvestments targeted infrastructure, manufacturing, agribusiness, and financial sectorsFunding period spans FY2020 to FY2025Significant …
Mar 27, 2026
Import/Export
Ethiopian Standards Institute introduced 7 new standards for LNG, CNG, and EV vehiclesStandards form part of 79 total national standards prepared by the institute
Mar 24, 2026
Regulations - Financial
Import clearance period proposed to extend from 30 days to 45 daysImporters allowed partial cargo release before full documentation completionReform targets reduction in port …
Mar 24, 2026
Import/Export
Insurance pressure is intensifying, with costs up 35pc and war-risk cover being withdrawn from key routes. Djibouti banned retroactive freight surcharges on cargo loaded …
Mar 24, 2026
News - Transport
Ethiopian Investment Holdings (EIH) proposed a fuel depot project in Djibouti to strengthen regional fuel logistics. The depot is planned to support Ethiopia’s fuel …
Mar 22, 2026
Import/Export
Mohan Plc completed Ethiopia’s first merchant trade transaction through the Dire Dawa Free Trade Zone on March 22, 2026. The transaction shipped kitchenware from …
Mar 22, 2026