Etenat Awol

High-Level Starbucks Delegation Visits Ethiopia Under the Radar

Brazil, Starbucks' largest coffee supplier, is experiencing severe droughts that are affecting production. This global disruption could present a favorable opportunity for Ethiopia.

National Bank of Ethiopia Launches Platform for Customer Complaints

Customers dissatisfied with a financial institution's resolution to their complaint can escalate the matter to the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE).

Ethiopia’s Startups to Receive $750,000 in Grants at Landmark GRV Summit

The fund, raised through contributions from Ethiopian diaspora communities worldwide, will be distributed to over a dozen startups.

To Ride or Not to Ride? How Ethiopia’s Taxi Hailing Industry Falls Short Protecting Female Passengers

Reports of female passengers experiencing harassment while using taxi hailing services is becoming all too common in Addis Ababa. Women rights groups are jointly calling for a zero-tolerance policy.

Somaliland Startup Brings Digital Bookkeeping Platform to Ethiopia

The mobile app is specifically designed to simplify financial management for small businesses, allowing users to digitally record credits and debits for accurate financial tracking.

Headless Chicken or Emergent Nation: Ethiopia’s AI Prospects

In July 2024, Ethiopia’s Council of Ministers approved the country's first national AI policy