Ethiopia Keen to Share Digital Transformation Expertise Across Africa

Addis Ababa, August 7, 2026 (ENA) — Ethiopia has expressed its readiness to share its digital transformation experience and expertise with sister African countries, the Ministry of Innovation and Technology said.

Minister of Innovation and Technology Belete Molla made the remarks while hosting a high-level delegation from Benin led by Minister of Digital Transformation and Innovation Mahuna Akplogan.

The discussions focused on Ethiopia’s major achievements and lessons learned in developing its digital ecosystem and advancing technology-driven development.

Belete briefed the visiting delegation on key breakthroughs achieved under the “Digital Ethiopia 2025” strategy and outlined progress toward the development and implementation of the “Digital Ethiopia 2030” vision.

Highlighting Ethiopia’s growing institutional capacity in the digital sector, the minister reaffirmed the country’s readiness to partner with African nations to promote technology-driven growth and digital transformation across the continent.

For his part, Akplogan expressed Benin’s keen interest in learning from Ethiopia’s digital transformation experience and strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

The two sides agreed to identify priority areas for cooperation and work toward signing a formal agreement aimed at promoting joint technological development and knowledge sharing.

The engagement is expected to contribute to stronger intra-African cooperation in the digital sector and support efforts to build a more integrated African digital economy through peer learning, technology cooperation and enhanced cross-border connectivity.