Ethiopia’s digital economy is on a rapid growth trajectory, with telecom reforms and investments in mobile technology expected to generate $10.03 billion in GDP by 2028.
- In 2023, Ethiopia’s ICT sector contributed about 2% to GDP, compared to a regional average of 4% in East Africa. || Source: ITA
+ In June 2020, the country launched a National Digital Transformation Strategy, aiming to digitize the economy by 2025 through policy support for e-commerce and ICT infrastructure. - Furthermore, telecom sector reforms under the Home-Grown Economic Reform program have accelerated digital adoption, with the sector contributing $5.40 billion to GDP in 2023. || Source: GSMA
- Ethiopia’s digital economy is projected to create over 1 million new jobs and generate about $440 million in tax revenues by 2028, driven by growth in agriculture, manufacturing, and improved public services.
