Ethiopia secured $13.1 billion in investment agreements at the conclusion of the “Invest in Ethiopia 2026” Forum in Addis Ababa, according to the Ministry of Finance in a statement on Friday.
The two-day forum, held March 26–27, 2026, produced signed deals across manufacturing, agriculture and agro-processing, energy, and construction, the Ministry said.
The newly committed investments are expected to support job creation, foreign exchange generation, and technology transfer.
The outcome represents one of the most significant investment achievements for Ethiopia in recent years, according to the Ethiopian News Agency, a state-owned outlet.
The result marks a substantial increase from the previous edition.
The Ministry of Finance said the 2025 forum generated $1.6 billion in agreements, all of which have since become operational and are contributing to national economic growth.
The forum was held under the theme “Ethiopia Ready for Business,” reflecting the government’s stated commitment to building a competitive, predictable, and welcoming environment for investors, with a focus on regulatory reform, export growth, and job creation.
The Ethiopian Investment Commission organized the forum alongside the Ministry of Finance and international development partners.
Commissioner Dr. Zeleke Temesgen stated ahead of the event that Ethiopia currently ranks second in Africa in foreign direct investment inflows.
The Ministry of Finance said the forum results reinforce Ethiopia’s growing reputation as a competitive investment destination and consolidate its role as a platform for forging long-term partnerships.
