The event was attended by 30 Indian and 16 national companies⁠The ninth edition of India - Africa ICT Expo concluded in Ethiopia with the participation of 30 Indian and 16 national telecom and information and communication technology (ICT) companies. Entrepreneurs working in the field of ICT, giant companies and owners of various technology start-ups also participated in the exhibition on a single platform. Since 2018, the government has taken steps to liberalize and privatize the telecommunications sector, and its opening provides ample opportunity for innovative Indian companies. Ethiopia's Digital Strategy 2025 is aligned with the country's 2021-2030 development plan, as reported by Prensa Latina, a partner of TV BRICS. The World Bank has approved a USD 200 million concessional loan agreement for its implementation.

Source: Ethiopian News August 11, 2023 14:01 UTC