The event was co-organized by the Ethiopian Investment Commission in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and development partners, as part of the government’s efforts to revive investment. However, the Ethiopian Investment Commission (EIC) announced signing of major investment deals worth a total of more than USD13 billion across key sectors, when the Forum concluded on Friday March 27, 2026. Ethiopia’s investment visa landscape is currently defined by a shift toward performance-based oversight and high-cost residency options. While a new 10-year “Golden Visa” offers long-term stability and property rights for USD 10,000, the standard entry route still faces significant bureaucratic hurdles. Despite the challenges, investors expressed optimism about Ethiopia’s economic trajectory, citing expanding opportunities in manufacturing, agriculture, mining, and tourism as reforms continue to open previously restricted sectors.

Source: Ethiopian News March 28, 2026 09:13 UTC