Ethiopia has announced the 4th “Invest in Ethiopia” International Investment Forum, scheduled for March 26–27, 2026, aiming to secure investment agreements exceeding 2.4 billion US dollars.
Ethiopian Investment Commissioner Zeleke Temesgen told journalists on Tuesday that the Ethiopian Investment Commission, in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and development partners, will host the event at the Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa.
The forum, themed “Ethiopia is ready for investment,” is expected to attract over 800 international investors, business leaders, policymakers, and development partners.
The two-day programme will feature high-level policy and investment discussion panels, business-to-business networking sessions, and investment exhibitions. Commissioner Zeleke emphasised that the forum will showcase Ethiopia’s favorable investment climate and opportunities arising from recent macroeconomic reforms. Last year, five companies in mining and solar sectors signed deals worth 1.6 billion USD, and they are now operational and exporting internationally.
Finance State Minister Semereta Sewasew highlighted that ongoing macroeconomic reforms are creating an enabling environment for investors. She pointed to opportunities across agriculture, mining, digitalisation, and energy sectors. World Bank Division Director for Ethiopia, South Sudan, Eritrea, and Sudan, Maryam Salim, noted that Ethiopia is at a pivotal moment, with reforms, macroeconomic stabilisation, and sector openings supporting renewed investor confidence.
Salim underscored the country’s shift toward a market-driven economy, citing reforms such as a market-determined exchange rate and WTO-aligned customs procedures. She urged local and international investors to capitalise on Ethiopia’s young, growing population, strategic location, strong agricultural base, and expanding industrial sector, stressing that the forum presents a timely opportunity to engage with the country’s investment landscape.