Keeping Up with Ethio Telecom

Ethio telecom is bigger than ever. Driven by its goal of becoming a leading digital solutions provider, the company launched its Lead Strategy in 2021. Since then, the telecom operator has introduced a range of products and services that go beyond telecommunications. True to its motto, Beyond Connectivity, Ethio telecom is no longer just a telecom provider, and it’s integrating itself into the daily activities of individuals and businesses. The state-owned telecom operator is spearheading the nation’s digitization agenda by developing smart cities, offering cloud solutions, and providing digital loans to millions of people. Some industry players argue that Ethio telecom's involvement in various sectors limits opportunities for private companies. Moreover, its digital solutions are mostly tied to its own payment platform, telebirr. Here’s an overview of some of the major initiatives Ethio telecom has undertaken beyond telecommunications.