{"id":44335,"date":"2026-04-27T19:52:44","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T19:52:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/ethiopia\/all-news\/ethiopia-advances-ai-development-and-digital-initiatives"},"modified":"2026-04-27T20:15:15","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T20:15:15","slug":"ethiopia-advances-ai-development-and-digital-initiatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/ethiopia\/all-news\/ethiopia-advances-ai-development-and-digital-initiatives","title":{"rendered":"Ethiopia Advances AI Development and Digital Initiatives"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Ethiopia. <\/strong><\/span>Addis Ababa, April 27, 2026 \u2014 Ethiopia is accelerating efforts to expand Artificial Intelligence (AI) development and fast track digitalization through domestic capacity, according to sector leaders.<\/p>\n<p>Belete Esubalew, CEO of Information Technology Park, said the park was established with the vision of positioning Ethiopia as an innovation hub in Africa.<\/p>\n<p>He noted that more than 80 local and international companies are currently engaged in innovation driven activities within the park.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe government is striving to substitute imports of innovative products and services by building domestic capacity,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>According to the CEO, foreign firms operating in the park play a key role in knowledge transfer while supporting the country\u2019s push for import substitution.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThey mainly contribute through knowledge transfer and are also supporting import substitution of innovative products and services,\u201d he underlined.<\/p>\n<p>He added that the contribution is already visible in electronics manufacturing.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEspecially in electronics manufacturing, they have already contributed to about 50 percent import substitution by producing locally,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Belete also stressed that efforts are underway to create an enabling environment for the implementation of artificial intelligence through infrastructure expansion.<\/p>\n<p>He pointed out that ICT parks, reliable power supply, fiber connectivity and other essential infrastructure have been developed to support the sector.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAI is providing several opportunities by making life easier, reducing reliance on human labor, saving time and enabling faster execution of tasks,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>He acknowledged existing challenges in areas such as data availability, language and cultural contexts.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere are challenges related to data, language and culture in implementing AI, but we are working to address these issues and to be well prepared to widely and effectively utilize AI tools,\u201d he underscored.<\/p>\n<p>He further noted that digital transformation remains a central government priority, with a new roadmap already in place following the Digital Ethiopia 2025 initiative.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAfter the completion of Digital Ethiopia 2025, the Digital 2030 strategy has been introduced to sustain momentum,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>He added that both local and international companies are aligning their activities with the country\u2019s broader digital strategy.<\/p>\n<p>African Digital and Innovation Technology Academy Board Chairman Baheru Zeyenu said the government has created a supportive environment through policy frameworks and infrastructure development, but stressed that stronger private sector participation is essential.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPrivate companies need to actively engage in developing innovative products and applying AI across sectors,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>He highlighted the importance of applying artificial intelligence in key areas such as agriculture, education and health to boost productivity and service delivery.<\/p>\n<p>Baheru also noted that his organization, in collaboration with the Information Technology Park, recently organized a seminar aimed at raising awareness among leaders on AI adoption.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe seminar is designed to provide clear insights into AI and its practical applications, particularly how it is transforming leadership, business and public service,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Ethiopia<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Ethiopia. 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