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Ethiopia Sees $18.6B FDI Surge, Boosting Economic Reforms

3/18/2026

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Ethiopia attracted $18.6 billion in foreign direct investment over five years, making it a leading African destination second only to Egypt.
In the 2024-2025 fiscal year, FDI inflows rose to $4 billion, up 22.7%.
Policy reforms opened sectors to foreign participation, with China accounting for 60% of FDI projects.
The government aims to improve the investment climate through reforms and participation in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

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Ethiopia attracted $18.6 billion in foreign direct investment over five years, making it a leading African destination second only to Egypt.
In the 2024-2025 fiscal year, FDI inflows rose to $4 billion, up 22.7%.
Policy reforms opened sectors to foreign participation, with China accounting for 60% of FDI projects.
The government aims to improve the investment climate through reforms and participation in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).