Ethiopia has attracted $3 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) in just ten months. This aligns with the Ethiopian Investment Commission’s goal of $3.5 billion by the fiscal year’s end. China leads the way, contributing nearly 50% of all projects. The Ethiopian government has heavily invested in infrastructure like roads and industrial parks to lure […]
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