Ethiopia Earns Over 5.1 Billion USD from Export Trade in Six Months

Addis Ababa, January 22, 2026 (ENA)—Ethiopia has generated more than 5.1 billion US dollars in export revenue over the past six months, exceeding its set target, the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration announced.

Speaking at a six-month performance review of the 2018 Ethiopian fiscal year held in Dessie, Amhara region Minister of Trade and Regional Integration Kasahun Gofe stated that the country had initially planned to earn 4.42 billion USD from exports during the period.

However, actual earnings surpassed expectations, reaching over 5.1 billion USD —representing 120 percent of the target.

According to the minister, the revenue marks an increase of 1.83 billion USD compared to the same period last year, reflecting significant growth in export performance.

 Minister Kasahun noted that the achievements are laying a strong foundation for Ethiopia’s economic revitalization and institutional development.

He also highlighted ongoing efforts to implement the Digital Ethiopia 2030 Strategy within the trade sector.

As part of the digital transformation, more than two million trade registration and licensing services have been delivered online nationwide, improving efficiency and accessibility for businesses.

The minister further emphasized that the government is working with a focused and coordinated approach to achieve its overall export revenue target of 9.4 billion USD by the end of the fiscal year.