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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.

Oromia Disburses 16.9 Billion Birr in Loans to New Entrepreneurs

Oromia region says its entrepreneurship programs have created 2.8M job opportunities through 16.9B Birr in loans, attaining a striking 420% year-on-year credit growth.

Financing the Future: How AI and Strategic Partnerships are Catalyzing MSME Lending and Agri-finance in Ethiopia

Nearly 300 leaders gathered in Addis for Kifiya & Mastercard Foundation’s #KnowledgeSeries spotlighting how AI could unlock new horizons for Ethiopia’s MSMEs.

Dangote, Ethiopia Partner on $2.5B Urea Fertilizer Plant in Gode

Ethiopia’s state investment arm and Dangote Group have signed a $2.5B deal to build a fertilizer complex in Gode. The facility is set to produce up to 3M tons annually.

Ethiopia Ratified a Startup Law, Now Comes the Hard Part

Ethiopia’s Startup Proclamation could be transformative but only if institutions move fast, rules stay clear, and funds reach founders efficiently. Recognition is step one; resilience is the goal.

YaYa Wallet’s New Remittance Service Connects Ethiopian Families Across Borders with Ease

In celebration of the upcoming Ethiopian holidays, a special bonus of 6% is offered on every foreign currency transfer made through YaYa Wallet until October 10, 2025.