Interested in the latest developments determining Ethiopia's agriculture, economy, and investment landscape? Our June Newsletter brings together the key updates, policy developments, market trends, and major events you need to know.
Latest publications
Delve deeper into policy and research development publications driving Ethiopia's economic and environmental transformation:
- A new franco-valuta directive allowing foreign embassies, international organizations, and foreign direct investors to import fuel using their own foreign currency.
- Amendments to Foreign Exchange Directive which now expands banks' authority to process trade finance transactions and provide greater flexibility for institutions holding foreign currency accounts.
- New research that highlights how nature-based solutions help Ethiopia tackle water-related climate risks while restoring ecosystems and advancing sustainable development.
Did you know?
Our “Did you know?” section of this edition highlights the country’s progress toward World Trade Organization (WTO) membership, Ethiopian Cargo’s recognition as Africa’s Best Air Cargo Carrier at the 2026 AFLAS Awards, and Ethiopia surpassing its export target by generating USD 9.8 billion in 11 months. The section also features new Industrial Parks Development Corporation (IDPC) incentives to boost industrialization and domestic manufacturing as well as the updated National Cybersecurity Policy among others. Discover more facts in the full newsletter.
Short newsflashes
The short newsflashes section brings you the latest headlines from Ethiopia’s agricultural sector, highlighting development, innovation, and sustainability: Stay informed with key highlights, including but not limited to:
- East Africa's largest beneficial insect production center inaugurated to promote sustainable pest control and reduce reliance on imported pesticides.
- Preliminary agreement secured to restructure Ethiopia's USD 1 billion Eurobond, marking a major milestone toward restoring debt sustainability.
- ETB 2.34 trillion federal budget proposed to finance development priorities while advancing Ethiopia’s ongoing economic reforms.
- Ethiopia’s Carbon Market Proclamation approved, creating new opportunities for green investment, carbon trading, and climate finance.
- Ethiopia launches its 2026 Green Legacy campaign with an ambitious target of 8 billion seedlings to strengthen ecosystem restoration and sustainable land management.
- A USD 10.15 million state-of-the-art poultry hatchery project is set to modernize Ethiopia's livestock value chain and boost domestic poultry production.
- Ethiopia unveils plans to produce 730 million quintals of crops during the 2026 main agricultural season, supported by expanded input distribution and mechanization efforts.
Past & upcoming events
Find out more on major events showcasing Ethiopia's progress in digital transformation, manufacturing, agriculture, and international business collaboration, including:
- 8th Agrofood & Plastprintpack Ethiopia and the 2nd Ethiopia Food & Ethiopica Coffee Show
- The launch of the Digital for Excellence Exhibition and the Unified MESOB Application
- The regional phase of the Made in Ethiopia initiative.
- The International Conference on Soil Carbon Sequestration and Sustainable Farming (ICSCSSF).
Additionally, get a preview of the upcoming International Conference on Agriculture (AGRICO), taking place on 16 July 2026 in Addis Ababa.
From digital innovation and industrial development to sustainable agriculture and global partnerships, this edition highlights the events shaping Ethiopia's economic transformation.
Read the June edition in here to discover the full story behind each development and events in our newsletter and see what’s next for Ethiopia’s transformation.
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