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Startup Incubation Opportunity with UNDP Timbuktoo (EdTech)

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), through its Timbuktoo initiative, has launched a call for applications for Get Ready 4 Timbuktoo EdTech, a fully online, pan-African incubation programme designed to identify, support, and prepare high-potential EdTech startups across the continent.

Full Article - https://telegra.ph/Call-for-Applications-Get-Ready-4-Timbuktoo-EdTech--Pan-African-Incubation-Programme-01-29

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A market bulletin from the Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) showing the Daily Commodity Trade Data for January 28, 2026.

Source - Ethiopia Commodity Exchange
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The official exchange rates of the Ethiopian Birr against various foreign currencies as of January 29, 2026.

Source - Commercial Bank of Ethiopia
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Weaker Dollar and Falling Confidence Reshape the Business Outlook

President Donald Trump’s tolerance for a weaker dollar has reshaped market expectations, triggering a sharp slide in the greenback and reinforcing a policy tilt toward export competitiveness.

Read Full Article: https://telegra.ph/Weaker-Dollar-and-Falling-Confidence-Reshape-the-Business-Outlook-01-28

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Telebirr Handles Over ETB 6.88 Trillion as User Base Expands to Nearly 59 Million

Telebirr transactions have climbed past ETB 6.88 trillion since launch, as Ethio Telecom’s mobile money platform scales alongside Ethiopia’s push toward a cashless economy, signaling rising digital adoption across households and firms.

Read Full Article: https://telegra.ph/Telebirr-Handles-Over-ETB-688-Trillion-as-User-Base-Expands-to-Nearly-59-Million-01-29

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Ethiopia’s Revenue Collection Hits ETB 760 Billion Birr Tax Reforms Gain Traction

Ethiopia’s Ministry of Revenues has collected ETB 760 billion halfway through the fiscal year, signaling stronger domestic revenue mobilization as the government grapples with budget pressure, inflation, and constrained external financing.

Read Full Article: https://telegra.ph/Ethiopias-Revenue-Collection-Hits-ETB-760-Billion-Birr-Tax-Reforms-Gain-Traction-01-29

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Fitch Downgrades Afreximbank to Junk After Ending Rating Coverage

Fitch Ratings downgraded African Export-Import Bank to BB+ from BBB-, pushing the Cairo based lender into junk territory and cutting short-term ratings.

Read Full Article: https://telegra.ph/Fitch-Downgrades-Afreximbank-to-Junk-After-Ending-Rating-Coverage-01-29

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Ethiopia and U.S. Evaluate Investment Synergy Amidst Macroeconomic Overhaul

Minister of Finance Ahmed Shide met U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau to evaluate the progress of Ethiopia’s macroeconomic reform agenda, signaling a pivot toward deepened bilateral investment.

Read Full Article: https://telegra.ph/Ethiopia-and-US-Evaluate-Investment-Synergy-Amidst-Macroeconomic-Overhaul-01-30

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A market bulletin from the Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) showing the Daily Commodity Trade Data for January 29, 2026.

Source - Ethiopia Commodity Exchange
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The official exchange rates of the Ethiopian Birr against various foreign currencies as of January 30, 2026.

Source - Commercial Bank of Ethiopia
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Ethiopia Capital Markets Regulator Clears Bank of Abyssinia Share Registration in Sector Milestone

Ethiopia’s nascent capital market took a step toward operational depth after the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority registered 18.125 million shares tied to Bank of Abyssinia, combining legacy equity with a fresh rights issue,

Read Full Article: https://telegra.ph/Ethiopia-Capital-Markets-Regulator-Clears-Bank-of-Abyssinia-Share-Registration-in-Sector-Milestone-01-30

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Ethiopia Pauses Eurobond Restructuring After Creditors Reject Proposed Terms

Ethiopia has halted plans to implement a restructuring of its $1 billion Eurobond after the Official Creditor Committee ruled the proposed terms noncompliant.

Read Full Article: https://telegra.ph/Ethiopia-Pauses-Eurobond-Restructuring-After-Creditors-Reject-Proposed-Terms-01-30

Source: Ministry Of Finance, Ethiopia

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Fully Funded Scholarship Opportunity with One Young World

Applications are now open for the Enterprising Futures Scholarship 2026, supported by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and delivered in partnership with One Young World.

Full Article - https://telegra.ph/Fully-Funded-Scholarship-Opportunity-with-One-Young-World-01-30

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Nib International Bank Secures Major Financial Turnaround

Nib International Bank has reported an impressive mid-term recovery for the 2025/26 fiscal year, signaling a robust era of growth. Total assets have surged to ETB 71.3 billion, while total revenue reached ETB 6.7 billion.

Read Full Article: https://telegra.ph/Nib-International-Bank-Secures-Major-Financial-Turnaround-01-30

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Bank of Abyssinia Announces Exclusive Share Offering

Bank of Abyssinia S.C. has officially launched an offer of 3,125,000 ordinary shares, priced at ETB 1,600.00 each, following approval from the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA).

Read Full Article: https://telegra.ph/Bank-of-Abyssinia-Announces-Exclusive-Share-Offering-01-30

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Ethiopia Courts Global Capital With Reform Push at Invest in Ethiopia 2026 Forum

Ethiopia will host the Invest in Ethiopia 2026 High-Level Business Forum on March 26-27, positioning renewed reform momentum, improved fiscal management, rising foreign exchange reserves, and sector focused promotion as proof the country is ready for business.

Read Full Article: https://telegra.ph/Ethiopia-Courts-Global-Capital-With-Reform-Push-at-Invest-in-Ethiopia-2026-Forum-01-30

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Official Registration of Addis International Convention Center Securities

The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) officially announced the registration of securities for Addis International Convention Center S.C. on January 30, 2026.

Read Full Article: https://telegra.ph/Official-Registration-of-Addis-International-Convention-Center-Securities-01-31

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Ethiopia’s Economic Momentum: Agricultural Gains, Infrastructure Expansion, and Trade Governance Challenges

Ethiopia recorded 126.69 million quintals of wheat during the first half of the 2018 Ethiopian calendar, underscoring accelerating agricultural productivity.

Read Full Article: https://telegra.ph/Ethiopias-Economic-Momentum-Agricultural-Gains-Infrastructure-Expansion-and-Trade-Governance-Challenges-01-31

Source: dawan AFRICA

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A market bulletin from the Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) showing the Daily Commodity Trade Data for January 30, 2026.

Source - Ethiopia Commodity Exchange
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The official exchange rates of the Ethiopian Birr against various foreign currencies as of February 02, 2026.

Source - Commercial Bank of Ethiopia
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