Ethio Telecom hits revenue target, data usage grows
Ethio Telecom ticked green on most of the key metrics during the period under review, hitting 90.7% of its revenue generation target.
Phathisani Moyo
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Ethio Telecom debuts EV charging station in Addis Ababa
The telco says the station, which has three charging modalities, can charge up to 32 electric vehicles at the same time.
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Ethio Telecom engages AfDB to finance digital initiatives
The on going discussions follow Ethio Telecom's announcement at the start of its financial year that it plans to invest more than $1.1 billion in telecom and digital infrastructure expansion.
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Safaricom strengthens Ethiopia's digital payments with Nyala
The deal allows Nyala Insurance customers to pay premiums, renew policies, and conduct other insurance-related transactions directly through M-PESA.
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Digital IDs can pave way for fintech innovations in Africa
According to a senior Visa executive, digital identities are one way to minimise regulatory red tape for fintech start-up innovation.
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UN agency punts adoption of digital IDs across Africa
UNDP is working together with countries in Africa, including Somalia, Zambia, and Ethiopia, to adopt the Model Governance Framework for Digital Legal Identity.
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Ethiopia to host African Internet Governance Forum
The forum will gather a wide range of stakeholders to discuss issues that are shaping Africa’s digital landscape.
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Safaricom Ethiopia monthly active users reach 6.1 million
The telco recorded considerable customer growth, up 47.3% in the six months ending September.
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IGADO launches tailored streaming service for Ethiopia
IGADO+ launched with 125 live television channels and thousands of hours of video on demand content.
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Ethio Telecom extends 5G services to more cities
The 5G service is now available in Wolaita Sodo, Hosaena, Arba Minch, and nearby locations.
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M-PESA Kenya expands international transfer services to Ethiopia
According to Safaricom, the move strengthens financial integration in East Africa by promoting the adoption of digital payments and improving local economies.
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Ethiopia a ‘three mobile operator market’, says govt
Ethiopia's telecoms industry, which services a population of more than 120 million, is viewed as a major asset in the government's efforts to open up the economy.