Daniel Metaferiya

Ethio Telecom Shares Begin Trading as Disclosure and Governance Timeline Remains Pending

Ethio telecom shareholders can now trade their shares marking a shift in Ethiopia’s economic history. But trading has opened before audited accounts, dividend policy, and AGM decisions are in place.

Safaricom’s Multibillion Ethiopia Bet Moves Closer to Payoff

Safaricom’s $2.6B Ethiopia bet is starting to look less like faith and more like foresight. Revenue up 130%. Losses narrowing fast. Pricing power finally emerging.

Algorithms and Azmaris: Inside Ethiopia’s AI Music Wave

From viral AI song covers to a nationwide music challenge and evolutions in production techniques, artificial intelligence is beginning to make its mark on Ethiopia’s music scene.

The Dogs of Addis and the Limits of Culling as Rabies Control

Ethiopia passed an Animal Health and Welfare Proclamation in 2025 mandating humane treatment and prioritizing vaccination over indiscriminate killing. Recent campaigns raise a regulatory question.

Ethiopian Online Auction Startup Taps into Agent Network to Expand Nationwide

Auction Ethiopia is working to introduce a 100,000-person agent network in the next five years to help sellers, from farmers to small businesses, navigate online auctions on its platform.

Ethio Telecom Enters Streaming Business With teleStream

Ethio Telecom has launched teleStream, an internet-based TV platform offering 60+ live channels and 350 VOD titles, delivered via its fiber network.