Ethiopia has positioned digital transformation, skills development, and macroeconomic reform as key drivers of economic competitiveness and investment-led growth. This was highlighted at the opening of the Elevate Africa 2026 forum in Addis Ababa on Tuesday. The event brings together global leaders to explore opportunities in the digital services and outsourcing ecosystem.
The Elevate Africa 2026 forum opened in Addis Ababa, convened by CCI Global in collaboration with Ethiopian Investment Holdings and MMCY. This three-day continental event gathers more than 150 participants, including government officials, corporate executives, investors, and innovation leaders. Discussions are held at Minab Spa within Jubilee Palace in the Ethiopian capital.
In his opening remarks, Eyob Tekalign, Governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia, presented Ethiopia's structural reform agenda and digital transformation as pillars of macroeconomic stability and productivity enhancement. He explained that the Homegrown Economic Reform Program (HGER) aims to address structural challenges, strengthen private sector participation, modernize economic institutions, and improve productivity across strategic sectors. A core element of the program is macroeconomic stabilization, which includes enhancing fiscal discipline, improving foreign exchange management, and fostering an investment-friendly environment.
