Ethiopian government launches tender for 40% stake in Ethio Telecom
Move is considered to be a bid by authorities to make the company more competitive.
Michael Malakata
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Kenyatta urges Ethiopia to reconsider stance on mobile money services
Kenya’s President urges authorities to allow foreign service providers to bolster local market competition.
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US Dollar mobile wallets key to Ethiopia’s mobile money future
Mobile receipts of remittances are gaining traction as markets continue to be impacted digitally by COVID-19, say experts.
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Ethiopia backtracks on decision to restrict mobile money services
Government said it has forgone US$500m by preventing foreign operators from rolling out services.
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World Bank to invest US$200m in Ethiopia’s telecommunications
Financial institution calls for government to open industry up to competition.
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Ethio Telecom launches TeleBirr mobile money service
Telco makes move to consolidate market dominance ahead of entry of new operators.
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Lukewarm response to Ethiopia’s available telco licences
Country’s Communications Authority confirms that no official bids have been received to date.
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Efforts to fully restore communication in Tigray futile says Ethio Telecom
Ongoing fighting has damaged lines to Mekelle core site.
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Blow to Ethiopia govt’s plan to privatise telecommunications
Reports have surfaced which suggest not all key players are on board.
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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.
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Ethiopia gets ball rolling on new telecommunications licenses
Industry regulator confirms consultation with stakeholders over newly drafted directives.