Wingu Africa brings local cloud platform to Ethiopia with Birr billing as data sovereignty pressure grows
East African data centre operator Wingu Africa has launched its Wingu Cloud Exchange private cloud platform in Ethiopia, offering compute,…
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Ethio Telecom and Ascot Energy to explore green infrastructure solutions
Ethio Telecom partners with Ascot Energy to explore green power solutions for telecom infrastructure, aiming to boost efficiency, resilience, and sustainability across Ethiopia.
Ethio Telecom lines up vendor deals at MWC26 for network modernisation
Ethio Telecom signs vendor deals at MWC26 to modernise network infrastructure and expand 4G and 5G coverage across Ethiopia, including rural connectivity projects and new innovation partnerships.
Ethio Telecom, Ericsson Extend Partnership With New Network Expansion Deal
Ethio telecom and Ericsson have signed a network expansion agreement to deploy and upgrade infrastructure at 1,500 sites, bringing 4G-LTE services to more than 100 towns in Ethiopia. The deal strengthens a long-standing partnership aimed at expanding connectivity and supporting the country’s growing digital infrastructure.
Ethio Telecom Launches ‘teleStream’ to Challenge Satellite TV with Cloud-Based Streaming
Ethio Telecom has launched teleStream, an internet-based streaming service offering 60+ live channels and 350+ on-demand titles via fibre, 4G and 5G networks. Hosted on local cloud infrastructure, the platform aims to replace satellite TV while enabling digital education, business services, and targeted advertising opportunities.
Ethio Telecom and AFC Explore Strategic Financing Partnership to Accelerate Digital Expansion
Ethio telecom and Africa Finance Corporation are exploring a financing partnership to accelerate the “Next Horizon: Digital & Beyond 2028” strategy, supporting infrastructure expansion, AI platforms, hyperscale cloud, and cross-border connectivity aligned with Ethiopia’s Digital Ethiopia 2030 roadmap.
Ethiopia’s operators raise tariffs due to macroeconomic conditions
Ethiopia’s two telecom operators have raised tariffs in response to currency depreciation, rising costs, and heavy infrastructure investment. Safaricom Ethiopia implemented a sharp data price increase amid foreign currency exposure, while Ethio Telecom introduced moderate adjustments to sustain service quality and network expansion.
Ethio Telecom expands telehealth as 4G network reaches 93 additional cities
Ethio Telecom is expanding telehealth services to 200 additional hospitals after extending its 4G network to 93 more cities. The move supports Ethiopia’s national digital transformation goals by improving healthcare access, especially in rural areas, and strengthening the role of mobile connectivity in delivering digital medical services.
Ethio Telecom Expands 4G LTE Coverage to 93 Cities Across Ethiopia
Ethio Telecom has rolled out 4G LTE services in 93 cities, strengthening mobile broadband access across Ethiopia. The expansion improves data speeds, supports digital services, and aligns with national digital transformation goals, alongside SIM upgrades, discounted smartphones, and promotional data offers to accelerate adoption.
Ethio Telecom Launches Third AI-Powered Super-Fast EV Charging Station in Addis Ababa
Ethio Telecom has opened its third AI-powered EV charging station in Addis Ababa, expanding total capacity to 48 vehicles. Equipped with 180KWh chargers, AI diagnostics, and telebirr integration, the station supports Ethiopia’s green mobility goals. Ethio Telecom’s network has already served over 165,000 EVs and prevented more than 6 million kg of CO₂ emissions.
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