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Ethiopia’s Electric Vehicle Market Accelerates After Fossil-Fuel Import Ban
- February 20, 2026
- Posted by: Samson
- Categories: Economy, Featured Articles
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Ethiopia’s 2024 ban on fossil-fuel vehicle imports has triggered a sharp rise in electric vehicle adoption. Backed by hydropower and competitive Chinese EV pricing, the country is reshaping its transport market.
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Ethiopia Unveils Major Liberalization of Foreign Exchange Rules
- February 11, 2026
- Posted by: Samson
- Categories: Economy, Featured Articles
The National Bank of Ethiopia’s new directive relaxes long-standing FX restrictions, allowing exporters full retention of earnings, expanding access for businesses and individuals, and simplifying cross-border payments. These measures are expected to boost liquidity, strengthen market confidence, and create a more predictable environment for trade, investment, and digital commerce.
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A New Era for Ethiopian Banking: A Detailed Look at the NBE’s Landmark Directive SBB/94/2025
- June 28, 2025
- Posted by: Samson
- Categories: Articles, Economy, Finance & accounting
NBE’s Directive No. SBB/94/2025,effective June 25, 2025, lays out the stringent rules for licensing and operating banking businesses, formally opening the market to foreign competition while establishing a robust regulatory fortress to ensure stability.