A Young Entrepreneur’s Bid to Make Solar Power Affordable in Ethiopia

Ethiopia is set to double hydropower with the GERD, but 60M+ people still lack electricity. A young entrepreneur is betting on affordable solar to bridge the gap through local combiner boxes.

Why African Ingenuity Needs Development Finance, Not Just Venture Bets

Development finance is not charity. It’s market-making. It de-risks new ventures, builds trust, and draws in private investors. Africa’s future unicorns will come not just from venture bets.

Mamo Mihretu Steps Down as Ethiopia’s Central Bank Governor

A year after floating Ethiopia’s exchange rate, Central Bank Governor Mamo Mihretu steps down. His tenure was brief, his reforms unfinished, and Ethiopia's economy questionably transformed.

Addis Ababa Launches Roadside Checks in Tax Evasion Crackdown

Addis Ababa is cracking down on tax evasion. Trucks leaving markets now face random checkpoints, with drivers asked to show same-day receipts or delivery notes.

Purpose Black Ethiopia Ordered to Repay Deposits with Interest

Addis court orders Purpose Black Ethiopia to refund home buyers, with interest & costs. Relief for some, but many more await.

Ethiopia to Host ASEB 2025, Spotlighting Africa’s Startup Builders

Ethiopia will host the 4th African Startup Ecosystem Builders Summit (ASEB 2025) this November, planning to draw over 2,000 participants and recognize builders across 35 award categories.

Rethinking Siloed Phone Loan Schemes as a Path to Financial Inclusion in Ethiopia

What does financial inclusion really mean, and how can it be achieved in a way that genuinely benefits rural communities in Ethiopia?

The VAT Standoff: Political Reality vs Fiscal Necessity in Ethiopia

Ethiopia’s fiscal dilemma: more debt is unsustainable, cuts risk instability, and higher taxes risk backlash. The solution lies in reform closing loopholes, digitalizing collection, and a broad base.