AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCoffee Sector Push: Ethiopia has started a new 10-year initiative to modernize its coffee value chain and more than double average productivity from 900 kg/ha to 2,100 kg/ha across 1.15 million hectares, aiming to lift export performance. Agrifood Risk: El Niño could threaten over 70% of Ethiopia’s crop production, with FAO launching a USD 50m urgent appeal to protect 4.66 million vulnerable people through anticipatory actions and early response. Exports Drive: Ethiopia targets $13.4bn in export revenue for 2026/27, with government and exporters aligning on priorities to remove bottlenecks and expand market access. Trade Links: Russia–Ethiopia trade turnover rose threefold in 2025; officials discussed logistics, payments, and plans to set up a Russian-Ethiopian Business Council. Digital & Telecom: Ethio Telecom is expanding 4G coverage to 92% as network upgrades continue, while M-Pesa Ethiopia partners with Awash Bank to enable ATM cash withdrawals. Culture & Women in Arts: Studio 11 in Addis Ababa is turning a shared workspace into a women-focused gallery and residency programme. Regional Politics: South Africa is seeking reimbursement from Malawi, Nigeria and Ethiopia for repatriation costs after a migration crackdown.
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