Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on June 12, 2025

1. Ethiopia: New Income Tax Proclamation to Penalize Large Cash Transactions Over Birr 10,000

Under Ethiopia’s upcoming income tax proclamation, individuals and businesses making cash payments exceeding Birr 10,000 in a single transaction could face significant penalties.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/alerts/8483-ethiopia-new-income-tax-proclamation-to-penalize-large-cash-transactions-over-birr-10000

2. Ethiopia: MIDROC Expands Tea Investment

MIDROC Ethiopia Group has announced a major expansion of its tea investment in collaboration with local farmers in Jimma and Ilubabor. The initiative aims to cultivate premium-grade tea, 20% of which is already reaching international markets.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/alerts/8482-ethiopia-midroc-expands-tea-investment

3. Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 11 June 2025.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/capital-market-and-commodity-exchange/8484-ethiopia-commodity-exchange-ecx-daily-trade-data-%E2%80%93-11-june-2025

Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on June 16, 2025

1. EDR Repositions Containers to Strengthen Ethiopia’s Grain and Coffee Export

Ethio-Djibouti Railway S.C. (EDR) has relocated 104 empty 20-foot containers from the Port of Djibouti to Addis Ababa’s Indode Freight Yard, marking a step in strengthening Ethiopia’s export logistics.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/transport/8486-edr-repositions-containers-to-strengthen-ethiopias-grain-and-coffee-export

2. Embraer Eyes Ethiopia as Strategic Hub in African Aviation Expansion

As Africa’s aviation sector undergoes rapid transformation, global aircraft manufacturer Embraer is placing Ethiopia at the center of its continental strategy.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/transport/8485-embraer-eyes-ethiopia-as-strategic-hub-in-african-aviation-expansion

3. Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 13 June 2025.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/capital-market-and-commodity-exchange/8487-ethiopia-commodity-exchange-ecx-daily-trade-data-%E2%80%93-13-june-2025

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Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on July 14, 2025

1. Ethiopia: NBE Marks First Year of Open Market Operations with Record Liquidity Trade

The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has marked the first anniversary of its Open Market Operations (OMO) auctions, reporting a record trade of Birr 579.4 billion over the past year.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/banking-and-finance/8534-ethiopia-nbe-marks-first-year-of-open-market-operations-with-record-liquidity-trade

2. Ethiopia: Addis Ababa City Council Approves Birr 350 Billion Budget

The Addis Ababa City Council, in its 4th regular session now on its second day, has approved the city’s 2025/26 fiscal year budget totaling Birr 350.13 billion, a 45 percent increase, or Birr 108 billion more than last year.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/alerts/8533-ethiopia-addis-ababa-city-council-approves-birr-350-billion-budget

Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on July 15, 2025

1. Ethiopia: Wegagen Capital Facilitates First Inter-Broker Trades on ESX

Wegagen Capital Investment Bank has executed the first inter-broker trades of Government Treasury Bills and listed securities on the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX). The trades took place as part of the official listing ceremony for Government T-bills and the start of trading operations, held on July 11, 2025, at the Sheraton Addis Hotel.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/capital-market-and-commodity-exchange/8540-ethiopia-wegagen-capital-facilitates-first-inter-broker-trades-on-esx

2. Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 14 July 2025.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/capital-market-and-commodity-exchange/8535-ethiopia-commodity-exchange-ecx-daily-trade-data-%E2%80%93-14-july-2025

Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on July 16, 2025

1. Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Expands Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

The Ministry of Transport and Logistics has announced that over 400 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are now operational in Addis Ababa. State Minister Ato Bero Hassan emphasized, however, that more infrastructure is needed to support the growing number of electric vehicles in the city. Currently, about 90 high-capacity charging stations serve various areas of Addis Ababa, but more are required to meet demand.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/transport/8541-ethiopia-addis-ababa-expands-electric-vehicle-charging-stations

2. Ethiopia Seeks Investors for Strategic Indode Intermodal Rail Terminal and Logistics Center

Ethiopia’s Ministry of Finance, in partnership with the Ethiopian Railways Corporation, has issued an invitation for global and local investors to express interest in the development of the Indode Intermodal Rail Terminal, Dry Port, and Logistics Center. Located just 26 kilometers southeast of Addis Ababa, the project is a key part of the country’s broader push to enhance private sector involvement in the transport sector.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/transport/8543-ethiopia-seeks-investors-for-strategic-indode-intermodal-rail-terminal-and-logistics-center

3. Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 16 July 2025.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/capital-market-and-commodity-exchange/8542-ethiopia-commodity-exchange-ecx-daily-trade-data-%E2%80%93-16-july-2025

Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on July 17, 2025

1. Ethiopian Deposit Insurance Fund Develops New Payout System to Support Small Savers

The Ethiopian Deposit Insurance Fund (EDIF) has announced that it is working on a new payout mechanism designed to support depositors, particularly first-time savers.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/banking-and-finance/8544-ethiopian-deposit-insurance-fund-develops-new-payout-system-to-support-small-savers

2. Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 17 July 2025.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/capital-market-and-commodity-exchange/8545-ethiopia-commodity-exchange-ecx-daily-trade-data-%E2%80%93-17-july-2025

Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on July 21, 2025

1. Ethiopia to Conduct Nationwide Economic Establishment Census in September

The Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) has announced plans to launch a nationwide Economic Establishment Census in September. The census aims to provide updated information on the country’s business landscape, covering both formal and informal sectors across micro, small, medium, and large enterprises.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/alerts/8549-ethiopia-to-conduct-nationwide-economic-establishment-census-in-september

2. SantimPay Launches Ethiopia’s First POS Machine Assembly Facility

SantimPay Financial Solutions has officially commenced the assembly of Point of Sale (POS) machines in Ethiopia, marking a step toward reducing reliance on imported payment technology. The inauguration ceremony was held today at the Science Museum and attended by Dr. Belete Molla, Minister of Innovation and Technology, alongside senior executives from the banking sector.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/banking-and-finance/8548-santimpay-launches-ethiopias-first-pos-machine-assembly-facility

3. Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Trade Bureau Says it Delivers 99% of Services Online

The Addis Ababa Trade Bureau reported that 99 percent of its services were delivered digitally during the 2024/25 fiscal year. The Bureau also announced that it took enforcement action against 36,800 illegal traders, reducing unlicensed commercial activities in the capital.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/alerts/8547-ethiopia-addis-ababa-trade-bureau-says-it-delivers-99-of-services-online

4. Ethiopia Revises Population Policy as Population Hits 135.3 Million

Ethiopia's population has reached an estimated 135.3 million, according to the 2025 World Population Report released by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). The milestone comes as the country embarks on revising its National Population Policy, originally adopted in 1985.

5. Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 21 July 2025.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/capital-market-and-commodity-exchange/8550-ethiopia-commodity-exchange-ecx-daily-trade-data-%E2%80%93-21-july-2025

Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on July 22, 2025

1. SanuPay Launches Ethiopia’s First Domestic Credit Card Powered by OpenWay

SanuPay, a Kenyan fintech company, in partnership with global payment software provider OpenWay, has launched Ethiopia’s first domestic credit card. This milestone marks a major advancement in the country’s financial sector as it moves toward modernized payment solutions.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/banking-and-finance/8553-sanupay-launches-ethiopias-first-domestic-credit-card-powered-by-openway

2. Ethiopia Earns USD 565 Million from Horticulture Exports, Launches 10-Year National Strategy to Triple Earnings

The Ministry of Agriculture has launched the National Horticulture Strategy and the Flagship Program for Plantation Development, aiming to boost Ethiopia’s horticulture sub-sector over the next decade.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/alerts/8552-ethiopia-earns-usd-565-million-from-horticulture-exports-launches-10-year-national-strategy-to-triple-earnings

3. Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 22 July 2025.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/capital-market-and-commodity-exchange/8554-ethiopia-commodity-exchange-ecx-daily-trade-data-%E2%80%93-22-july-2025

Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on July 23, 2025

1. Ethiopia Plans to Raise Birr 171 Billion Through T-Bill Auctions to Cover Budget Deficit

The Ethiopian government plans to raise Birr 171 billion through biweekly Treasury bill (T-bill) auctions in the first quarter of the new budget year, marking a shift from relying on direct central bank advances to market-based financing.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/banking-and-finance/8555-ethiopia-plans-to-raise-birr-171-billion-through-t-bill-auctions-to-cover-budget-deficit

2. Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 23 July 2025.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/capital-market-and-commodity-exchange/8556-ethiopia-commodity-exchange-ecx-daily-trade-data-%E2%80%93-23-july-2025

Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on July 24, 2025

1. Ethiopia: Ethio Telecom Reports Birr 162 Billion Revenue in 2024/25 Fiscal Year

Ethio Telecom announced that it earned Birr 162 billion in revenue during the 2024/25 Ethiopian fiscal year, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing digital transformation efforts.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/it-and-communication/8557-ethiopia-ethio-telecom-reports-birr-162-billion-revenue-in-2024/25-fiscal-year

2. Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 24 July 2025.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/capital-market-and-commodity-exchange/8558-ethiopia-commodity-exchange-ecx-daily-trade-data-%E2%80%93-24-july-2025

Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on July 28, 2025

1. Ethiopia: Abyssinia Bank Launches Fully Paperless Banking Service

Abyssinia Bank has officially launched a fully paperless banking service at its Ras Premium Branch.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/banking-and-finance/8559-ethiopia-abyssinia-bank-launches-fully-paperless-banking-service

Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on July 29, 2025

1. Ethiopia: Addis Ababa's Mandatory Night Trading Law Enforced Without Finalized Guidelines

The Addis Ababa City Administration has begun enforcing its mandatory night trading directive, despite the absence of a finalized implementation guideline, sparking concern among business owners and transport service providers.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/alerts/8561-ethiopia-addis-ababa-s-mandatory-night-trading-law-enforced-without-finalized-guidelines

2. Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics Sets Ambitious Targets for 2025/26

The Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics (ESL) has announced plans to boost its sea freight capacity to 5.8 million tons and generate Birr 144 billion in revenue during the 2025/26 fiscal year. The organization also revealed initiatives to expand domestic water transport, including the procurement of boats for use on inland waterways such as the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/transport/8560-ethiopian-shipping-and-logistics-sets-ambitious-targets-for-2025/26

3. Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 28 July 2025.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/capital-market-and-commodity-exchange/8562-ethiopia-commodity-exchange-ecx-daily-trade-data-%E2%80%93-28-july-2025

Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on August 4, 2025

1. Ethiopia Earns USD 120 Million from Meat and By-Product Exports

The Ethiopian Livestock Development Institute (LDI) has announced that the country generated USD 120 million from the export of meat and slaughter by-products during the recently concluded Ethiopian fiscal year.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/trading/8566-ethiopia-earns-usd-120-million-from-meat-and-by-product-exports

2. Ethiopia Advances Ethio-Djibouti Railway Upgrade with Focus on Efficiency, Debt Management, and Trade Growth

The Ethiopian government is planning to upgrade the Ethio-Djibouti Railway, aiming to improve transport efficiency, strengthen trade logistics, and manage the significant infrastructure debt accumulated during its construction.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/transport/8567-ethiopia-advances-ethio-djibouti-railway-upgrade-with-focus-on-efficiency-debt-management-and-trade-growth

3. Ethiopia Earns USD 118.1 Million from Regional Electricity Exports

Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) reported that the country earned USD 118.1 million from electricity exports to neighboring countries during the 2024/25 Ethiopian fiscal year.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/energy-and-mining/8568-ethiopia-earns-usd-1181-million-from-regional-electricity-exports

Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on August 6, 2025

1. Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Light Rail Expands Fleet and Boosts Performance Amid Infrastructure Improvements

Addis Ababa registered progress in rail transport maintenance. By the end of the 2025 Ethiopian fiscal year, the number of operational trains in the Addis Ababa Light Rail (AALR) system increased from 13 to 19.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/transport/8570-ethiopia-addis-ababa-light-rail-expands-fleet-and-boosts-performance-amid-infrastructure-improvements

2. Ethiopia Targets USD 450 Million in Manufacturing Exports

The Ministry of Industry has announced a plan to earn USD 450 million from the export of manufacturing goods in the 2025/26 Ethiopian fiscal year, while simultaneously saving USD 5.689 billion in foreign exchange by substituting imports with locally produced proxy products.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/manufacturing/8569-ethiopia-targets-usd-450-million-in-manufacturing-exports

3. Ethiopian Airlines Reports USD 7.6 Billion in Revenue for 2024/25 Fiscal Year

Ethiopian Airlines has announced that it earned USD 7.6 billion in revenue during the 2024/25 fiscal year, marking an 8 percent increase compared to the previous year. Despite global challenges in the aviation sector, the airline recorded strong growth in both passenger and cargo operations.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/transport/8571-ethiopian-airlines-reports-usd-76-billion-in-revenue-for-2024/25-fiscal-year

4. Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 06 August 2025.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/capital-market-and-commodity-exchange/8574-ethiopia-commodity-exchange-ecx-daily-trade-data-%E2%80%93-06-august-2025

5. Here is the daily commodity trade data from Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) for items traded on 05 August 2025.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/capital-market-and-commodity-exchange/8573-ethiopia-commodity-exchange-ecx-daily-trade-data-%E2%80%93-05-august-2025

Ethiopia Business News Daily Summary - News articles published on August 7, 2025

1. Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Environmental Protection Authority Says it Supports Plastic Manufacturers in Shift to Alternatives

The Addis Ababa Environmental Protection Authority announced that it was providing support to plastic manufacturers as they transition to producing alternative products in place of banned single-use plastic bags.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/manufacturing/8578-ethiopia-addis-ababa-environmental-protection-authority-says-it-supports-plastic-manufacturers-in-shift-to-alternatives

2. Ethiopian Electric Power Generates Over Birr 75 Billion in Revenue for 2024/25 Fiscal Year

Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) announced that it earned more than Birr 75.4 billion in revenue during the 2024/25 fiscal year.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/energy-and-mining/8577-ethiopian-electric-power-generates-over-birr-75-billion-in-revenue-for-2024/25-fiscal-year

3. National Bank of Ethiopia Vows Continued Crackdown on Parallel Forex Market

The Governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE), Mamo Mihretu, announced that the government would continue to take firm legal measures against illegal entities operating in the parallel foreign exchange market, particularly those whose activities distort normal market operations.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/banking-and-finance/8576-national-bank-of-ethiopia-vows-continued-crackdown-on-parallel-forex-market

4. Addis Ababa Hosts Over 150 Major Events in 2024/25

The Addis Ababa Tourism Commission has announced that the capital hosted more than 150 major national, continental, and international events in the 2024/25 fiscal year.

https://www.2merkato.com/news/alerts/8575-addis-ababa-hosts-over-150-major-events-in-2024/25

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➡️ ዝርዝር የቦታ መረጃዎችን ለማግኘት

🔗 ዝርዝር መረጃውን ለማግኘት ይህንን ሊንክ ይጫኑ፦
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Shaggar City 1st Round Land Lease Bid will close tomorrow, Thursday, 30 April.

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