How Ethiopia’s Gamble on Green Mobility is Quietly Driving Gas-Powered Cars Off the Road

Once in demand, gas-powered cars are now struggling to sell in Ethiopia. A bold national push for electric vehicles is quietly replacing the rumbling engine with the hum of an electric motor.

Japan-Backed Startup Project Eyes Enhanced Ecosystem in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania

Ethiopia is partnering with Japan’s JICA to develop a National Startup Master Plan and drive ecosystem growth through a 3-year initiative. Tanzania and Kenya also included in the regional project.

Ethiopia Integrates Fuel, Fares, and Fines in Sweeping Digital Reform

Ethiopia launched a national digital transport platform integrating intercity buses, ticketing, fuel payments, and penalties. The platform is developed by ethiotelecom and the Transport Ministry.

Ethiopia Clinches $1.6 Billion in Planned Investments at High-Level Business Forum

Ethiopia concluded a two-day high-level business forum with deals spanning mining, energy, and solar manufacturing. Investors from China, the Middle East, and Europe committed to $1.6 billion.

Dashen Unveils Fuel Payment Service via Super App, Becomes Latest Bank in Digital Shift

Dashen Bank has officially joined Ethiopia’s digital fuel payment ecosystem through its super app, becoming the third institution in three weeks to announce integration with the national aggregator.

How Brands Might Have Paid for Your Latest Recommendation from AI

Brands might now pay thousands monthly to be “the best answer” inside ChatGPT or Perplexity. Welcome to the era where AI answers can be engineered and credibility manufactured.