Ethio Telecom and STC Explore Strategic Partnership for Digital Growth

Ethio telecom hosted a senior delegation from Saudi Telecom Company (STC) on Thursday to discuss a potential strategic partnership aimed at advancing digital transformation and expanding business collaboration. The meeting was led by STC Vice President of Sales Carrier & Wholesale Engr. Ziad Hamad A. AlHasson and chaired by Ethio telecom CEO Frehiwot Tamru.

Talks focused on expanding digital infrastructure, strengthening wholesale business ties, and integrating digital financial services. A highlight was the potential collaboration between Ethio telecom’s telebirr platform and STC’s STC Pay, designed to enhance cross-border payments and remittances, offering greater value to customers.

The STC delegation commended Ethio telecom’s progress and its pivotal role in Ethiopia’s digital transformation. Both companies expressed confidence that pooling resources could unlock opportunities in fintech, remittances, and digital solutions, contributing to greater digital inclusion and innovation across the region.