Ethiopia faces significant challenges in expanding internet access, with a recent GSMA report highlighting that only 43.5 million of the country''s
However, barely a week after the ECOWAS ruling, Ethiopia initiated a nationwide shutdown, thus serving a reminder of the persistent threat of internet shutdowns on the continent.
Despite marginal gains in internet access, Ethiopia remains one of the least connected countries in the world.
Ethiopia''s low internet access adversely affects its socio-economic and political growth. Ethiopians are faced with the problem of lack of education, information, communication, and
Unfortunately, Ethiopia is still at the bottom of Africa''s connectivity pyramid. Ethiopia is one of the least developed countries of Sub-Saharan Africa in terms of Internet connectivity.
See the Freedom on the Net 2023 score and learn about democracy and freedom in Ethiopia.
Last month the Economic Community of West African States Community Court of Justice ruled that the 2017 internet shutdown in Togo was
Launched in July 2020, Ethiopia''s Digital Transformation Strategy seeks to use technology to improve the country''s economy, governance, and
As Ethiopia continues to navigate its digital transformation journey, these policy recommendations are crucial for unlocking the full potential of the digital economy. By enhancing
The internet has played a decisive role in transforming the lives of millions in Ethiopia. Private companies and mobile telecommunication rely on it
Ethiopia''s ambitious digital transformation faces significant hurdles, revealing a landscape marked by rapid growth and persistent obstacles. Despite
This report not only provides a detailed snapshot of Ethiopia''s internet ecosystem but also outlines a roadmap for improvement, emphasizing the need for enhanced multistakeholder
Activity Ethiopia''s netizen community remains small due to the country''s lack of Internet penetration, but there is growing interest in and demand for greater Internet access. Blogging gained popularity
Abstract Ethiopia, the second-most populous country in Africa with 110 million inhabitants, has one of the oldest public telecommunication operators established in 1894. Despite its age, Ethiopian
While the telecommunications sector is the fastest growing service sector in Ethiopia, boosted by the liberalisation of the telecommunications market in 2018,
It is no wonder that Ethiopia is depicted as one of the weakest economies in the world. This paper identifies the causes for extraordinarily poor telecommunications service in Ethiopia and offers
OverviewAvailability of InternetRegulation and ISPsCensorshipSurveillanceInternet speed
In Ethiopia, the Internet penetration rate is 25% as of January 2022, and it is currently attempting a broad expansion of access throughout the country. These efforts have been hampered by the largely rural makeup of the Ethiopian population and the government''s refusal to permit any privatization of the telecommunications market. Only 360,000 people had Internet access in 2008, a penetration rate of 0.4%. The state-owned Ethio Telecom (previously known as Ethiopian Telecommunications Corporation (ETC))
Ethiopia has received the lowest internet freedom score among 17 African nations assessed in Freedom House''s “Freedom on the Net 2024” report, scoring 27 out of 100 and earning
Ethiopia''s shutdown also bears some traits with the Togolese shutdown of 2017, which was initiated following the announcement of planned anti-government protests by members of the
This study examines Ethiopia''s Internet shutdowns between 2005 and 2024, analyzing their frequency, motives, and socio-political impact within the discursive frames of digital sovereignty
However, internet access remains unevenly distributed worldwide. In Ethiopia, internet penetration is still in its early stages, with approximately 17%
Ethiopia ranked undefinedth in the world for mobile speeds and 150th for fixed broadband speeds during March 2026.
mAccess Indicators & Rankings The information below is part of the mAccess Diagnostic Tool and is intended to help assess foundational components of Ethiopia''s digital ecosystem using indicators on
Internet shutdowns cost Ethiopia $146 million in 2022 Internet blackout is still ongoing in Ethiopia''s Tigray region even after a truce was signed
As Ethiopia advances toward its Digital Ethiopia 2025 vision, one thing is clear: reliable infrastructure is not a luxury, it''s a necessity. From the Addis ICT Park to expanding 4G coverage
All the data, insights, and trends you need to help you make sense of the “state of digital” in Ethiopia in 2025, including detailed statistics for internet use, social media use, and mobile use, as
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