Ethio Telecom engages with China’s National Data Administration

By:  Kanto Kai Okanta

Ethio Telecom has announced the visit of a high-level Chinese delegation led by Zhang Wang, Director General of the Department of Data Resources at China’s National Data Administration, as part of ongoing efforts to expand strategic cooperation in digital infrastructure and innovation.

During the engagement, Ethio Telecom CEO Frehiwot Tamru provided an overview of the company’s major achievements since Ethiopia’s telecom sector reform, highlighting its role as a key driver of the country’s digital economy. She emphasized the operator’s commitment to promoting digital inclusion, creating jobs, and empowering communities through technology-enabled services.

Frehiwot also outlined Ethio Telecom’s forward-looking plans, which include harnessing Big Data and artificial intelligence, establishing a hyperscale data center, and expanding into smart device manufacturing. She noted that China’s global leadership in digital infrastructure presents significant opportunities for partnership across these priority areas.

Zhang Wang commended Ethio Telecom for its contribution to Ethiopia’s digital transformation and noted similarities with China’s own digital development path. He expressed China’s readiness to support strong company-to-company collaborations aimed at accelerating Ethiopia’s digital ambitions.

Both sides affirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation as they work toward unlocking the full potential of Ethiopia’s digital future.