Ethio telecom Ethiopia
Ethio telecom
As part of the GSMA’s Connected Women Commitment Initiative, Ethio telecom has committed to empower women in 2026 by making a formal Commitment to increase the proportion of women in their mobile internet and mobile money customer base.
Established in Ethiopia in 1894, Ethio telecom is a leading integrated telecom and Digital Financial Services provider, delivering a wide range of services such as voice, data, SMS, public cloud, data centre, digital finance, enterprise solutions, international data and voice as well as value-added services beyond connectivity. With a robust customer base exceeding 76.1 million, it proudly serves over 43.35 million telebirr (mobile money) users as of March 2024.
Mission: Provide reliable communications and digital financial services to simplify life and accelerate digital transformation of Ethiopia.
Vision: A leading digital solutions provider
Values: Human, Integrity, Excellence, Social Responsibility and Togetherness
“We see the GSMA’s Connected Women Commitment Initiative as a valuable opportunity that should be embraced because by empowering women in the digital economy and increasing their use of mobile services, we can create opportunities for them to play a vital role in the betterment of society. Together, we can empower women to take advantage of the endless possibilities in the digital world.”
– Frehiwot Tamru, CEO, Ethio telecom
Initiatives to close the mobile gender gap
As a company dedicated to promoting digital inclusion and gender equality, Ethio telecom recognises the importance of ensuring that women have equal access to the benefits of technology. In line with this commitment, they have undertaken several initiatives to empower women through digital means.
One of their key initiatives involves donating laptops and mobile handsets to women in need. By providing these essential devices, they aim to remove barriers to digital access and empower women to engage in educational, professional and entrepreneurial activities. These devices serve as valuable tools for communication, learning and accessing online resources, enabling women to expand their knowledge and skills.
In addition to hardware donations, Ethio telecom have developed tailor-made telecom products and services specifically designed to address the unique needs and challenges faced by women. Through these offerings, they strive to make digital connectivity more accessible, affordable and user-friendly for women across various socioeconomic backgrounds.
Furthermore, they actively collaborate with organisations and community groups to provide digital literacy training programmes for women. These programmes equip women with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate the digital landscape for personal and professional growth. By focusing on these and more suitable initiatives, they aim to bridge the digital gender gap and empower women to fully participate in the digital economy.