The Ethiopian Tech Scene

Entitled, “Value of Acceptance: Understanding the Digital Payment Landscape in Ethiopia”, the report reveals rapid digital payment adoption among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with the vast majority recognizing the benefits for consumers. The report presents an encouraging outlook for Ethiopia with over 80% of the surveyed SMEs having started to accept digital payments in the last two years, citing increased convenience, reduced fraud risk, and improved efficiency. Furthermore, 66% agree that investing in digital payment technologies will support future business growth. Continue Reading...

Ethio telecom, Ethiopia’s leading telecom and digital solutions provider, continues its nationwide 5G expansion with the launch of 5G services in Jimma City. This milestone is a significant step in the company’s mission to accelerate Ethiopia’s digital transformation, ensuring high-speed connectivity and unlocking new opportunities for innovation and economic growth. Continue Reading...

Over 80 million customers nationwide, according to Ethio telecom, transacted over a trillion ... : Key points from Ethiopia Telecom's six-month reports. A rise in the number of telecom customers. The total number of subscribers reached 80.5 ...

Ethio Telecom has launched an electric vehicle (EV) charging station in Addis Ababa to enhance Ethiopia's developing EV infrastructure. The facility can charge up to 32 vehicles simultaneously using three different charging methods. The chargers utilise artificial intelligence to optimise charging speed and power delivery according to the specific battery requirements of each vehicle and user preferences. Continue Reading...

A Kenyan court will soon decide whether it has jurisdiction over a $2.3 billion lawsuit against Meta, filed by Abrham Mearag and others. They claim Facebook’s algorithms amplified hate speech, leading to real-world harm, including the murder of Abrham’s father during Ethiopia’s civil war. Despite repeated reports, Meta allegedly failed to remove dangerous posts. Since Facebook’s Ethiopian content moderators were based in Kenya, the plaintiffs argue Meta should be sued there. This case, one of three against Meta in Kenya, highlights the ethical concerns surrounding big tech’s responsibility and the treatment of low-paid content moderators in Africa. Continue Reading...