Labor Market Information System Expands Access to Jobs for Millions: Ministry

Addis Ababa, April 8, 2026 (ENA) —The Ministry of Labor and Skills said that Ethiopia’s Labor Market Information System is increasingly transforming the employment landscape by linking job seekers with opportunities both at home and abroad.

Speaking to ENA, State Minister of Labor and Skills Solomon Soka noted that the digital platform has become a critical tool in aligning labor supply with market demand, enabling job seekers to connect with employers across sectors and borders.

He explained that the system centralizes national data on vacancies and job seekers while helping the workforce acquire relevant skills to remain competitive globally.

“The system continues to facilitate vital connections between job seekers and employers across domestic and international landscapes,” Solomon stated.

Reflecting on its performance over the past four years, he revealed that about 1.2 million Ethiopians have secured employment overseas through the platform.

At the national level, the system has also enabled around 45,000 young graduates to access formal employment opportunities.

He emphasized that Ethiopia’s Homegrown Economic Reform has played a key role in expanding digital infrastructure and unlocking new employment pathways, particularly through financial technology.

“The reform has not only widened digital access but also created new avenues for jobs through fintech innovations,” he added.

The state minister further highlighted that the Digital Ethiopia 2025 strategy has already generated significant employment through digital platforms, with ongoing efforts to scale up achievements under the Digital Ethiopia 2030 vision.

He added that the system is contributing to a growing number of citizens engaging in remote and freelance work abroad, as well as technology-driven roles within the country.