In a groundbreaking move, Ethiopia has decided to open its real estate market to international investors. Announced by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on March 23, this change ends a long-standing restriction on foreign property ownership. It’s a key part of Abiy’s plan to invigorate the economy through liberalization and foreign investment, a focus since his […]
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