Ethiopia's Minister of Innovation and Technology visits startups

A team led by Minister of Innovation and Technology, Dr. Beleta Molla has visited two startups in Ethiopia, FARIS and The Mall (Z Moll), to encourage and support their innovative work. FARIS specializes in ICT, artificial intelligence, and aerospace, while The Mall is a platform that offers food delivery and other services.

The visit aimed to identify the challenges faced by startups and incubation centers in Ethiopia and to encourage them to create better capacity. Dr. Beleta in his remarks noted the need for Ethiopia to harness its potential and resources to transform into a technology-based economy, ensuring profitability and economic growth.

The minister praised the economic growth and employment opportunities created by the innovation and technology sector, urging startups to work collaboratively to fill gaps and strengthen their results. He assured that the government is committed to supporting startups and addressing their challenges through policy, legal, and financial measures.

This visit highlights the government's efforts to promote innovation and technology in Ethiopia, recognizing the sector's potential to drive economic growth and transformation.

By:  Kanto Okanta