By: Nana
Appiah Acquaye
UK Minister for
International Development Kirsty McNeill has paid a working visit to Safaricom
Ethiopia as the telecommunications company and its partners continue to explore
opportunities to support investment, innovation and digital transformation in the
country.
McNeill visited Safaricom
Ethiopia yesterday afternoon during the ongoing two-day Global Partnership for
Ethiopia (GPE) Board meeting. She was accompanied by the British Ambassador to
Ethiopia, Darren Welch, and members of the British Embassy team.
During the visit, Safaricom
Ethiopia’s leadership and the GPE Board briefed the Minister on the company’s
journey and the rapid development of Ethiopia’s telecommunications and digital
ecosystem.
The discussions examined
emerging opportunities for further investment and innovation as Ethiopia
continues to expand its digital economy.
Safaricom Ethiopia said
continued partnerships with government, development institutions and other
stakeholders would be important to delivering broader digital and economic
benefits for communities and businesses across the country.
The visit comes as
Ethiopia’s telecommunications market continues to evolve, creating new
opportunities for investment in connectivity, digital services and financial
inclusion.
Safaricom Ethiopia
reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the country’s digital future and
working with partners to create meaningful impact for communities and
businesses across Ethiopia.
