Munir Shemsu

One Year On, Ethiopia’s Personal Data Protection Law Faces a Slow Path to Enforcement

A year after Ethiopia passed its first personal data protection law, implementation is lagging. Key directives are still pending, and many citizens remain unaware of their data rights.

Upskill, Certify, Deploy: This AI Startup Connects Verified Ethiopian Talent to Jobs with Smart Certification Paths

Ethiopian startup Tesfa AI is using AI to bridge the skills gap: tailored assessments, upskilling, and certifications for job-ready talent.

Can Trust Scale? Dantel’s Big Bet on Social Commerce in Ethiopia

In Ethiopia’s Mercato, trust moves goods across the country. Dantel, a socio-ecommerce platform, is bringing that trust online, linking traders, affiliates & buyers.

Ethio Telecom Bets on $17 Advanced 4G Feature Phones to Shrink Ethiopia’s Digital Divide

The Znexus line, which also includes tablets, laptops, and lightweight computers, offers a cloud-powered solution designed to make digital access simpler and more affordable.

How Ethiopia Can Weaponize AI Against Financial Exclusion

Ethiopia does not necessarily have an insurmountable shortage in data sets, but rather faces challenges around data quality. AI can be a game changer in Ethiopia's DFS story.

Ethio Telecom vs Safaricom Ethiopia: World Bank Sounds Alarm Over Lack of Fair Play

Ethiopia’s telecom boom faces a reality check: A new World Bank report warns Ethio Telecom’s dominance could stall progress unless regulators act fast.