Lukewarm response to Ethiopia’s available telco licences
Country’s Communications Authority confirms that no official bids have been received to date.
Tawanda Karombo
1:40
Efforts to fully restore communication in Tigray futile says Ethio Telecom
Ongoing fighting has damaged lines to Mekelle core site.
2:50
Blow to Ethiopia govt’s plan to privatise telecommunications
Reports have surfaced which suggest not all key players are on board.
2:30
Orange reaffirms interest in Ethiopia
French telecommunications firm looks to capitalise on what is considered to be the last major market globally to open up.
1:20
Ethiopia gets ball rolling on new telecommunications licenses
Industry regulator confirms consultation with stakeholders over newly drafted directives.
1:30
Ethiopia initiates process to privatise Ethio Telecom
State Minister of Finance says ministry has invited applicants to serve as transaction advisor.
1:50
Ethiopia losing US$4.5 million daily due to internet shut down
Nationwide shutdown following coup attempt.
1:20
Ethio Telecom responds to pressure on network
Executives acknowledge congestion issues, vow to upgrade service.
1:00
Ethiopia edges closer to privatise Ethio Telecom
Prime Minister establishes advisory council to oversee process.
1:10
Ethio Telecom introduces new CEO
New executive to confirm her plans for the company in the coming week.
1:50
Ethiopia to split telecoms monopoly to bolster competition
MTN, Vodacom have expressed interest in the growth potential of the market.