The Ministry of Innovation and Technology, along with leaders and staff from affiliated institutions, held a discussion on the implementation of the 2017 nine-month plan.

The Sate Minister of Innovation and Technology, Dr. Bayisa Bedada, presented the national and institutional nine-month performance report for 2017.

Her Excellency Mrs. Chaltu Sani, Minister of Urban and Infrastructure, stated that every citizen has contributed—directly or indirectly—to the transformational changes brought about by the country’s economic reforms. She emphasized the importance of understanding the achievements made and noted that reports should be presented in a manner that differs from the conventional approach. The Minister highlighted that, while working toward the country's development, unnecessary barriers between institutions must be broken down to create a shared vision for building a better nation.

Her Excellency Minister noted that, her institution will work closely with the Ministry of Innovation and Technology, particularly on the development of a national urban digital address system and other related sectors.

Dr. Belete Molla Getahun, Minister of Innovation and Technology, highlighted the government’s prioritization of technology as a driver of economic growth. He emphasized the Ministry’s efforts in building infrastructure, developing human capital, and establishing policies, strategies, guidelines, and regulations to strengthen the sector.

He also noted that the Ethiopia Coders Training program has significantly contributed to enhancing the digital economy, simplifying the country’s complex financial systems, improving access to various services, saving time and resources for citizens, creating job opportunities, and equipping the youth with digital skills.

Dr. Belete stressed that science, technology, and innovation are fundamental pillars for inclusive economic development. He called for collective efforts to build a technologically advanced Ethiopia—one that can serve as a model for other nations.

The report also addressed key areas such as the global economic outlook and its implications for Ethiopia, macroeconomic reforms, infrastructure and project execution, sustainable development, social inclusion, national sovereignty, peacebuilding, diplomacy, and cooperation—highlighting issues that require further attention.

Senior leadership provided clear responses to participants' questions and emphasized the importance of presenting national and institutional reports together. The session concluded with directives on priorities for the next quarter.

The Ministry of Innovation and Technology, along with leaders and staff from affiliated institutions, held a discussion on the implementation of the 2017 nine-month plan.

The Sate Minister of Innovation and Technology, Dr. Bayisa Bedada, presented the national and institutional nine-month performance report for 2017.

Her Excellency Mrs. Chaltu Sani, Minister of Urban and Infrastructure, stated that every citizen has contributed—directly or indirectly—to the transformational changes brought about by the country’s economic reforms. She emphasized the importance of understanding the achievements made and noted that reports should be presented in a manner that differs from the conventional approach. The Minister highlighted that, while working toward the country's development, unnecessary barriers between institutions must be broken down to create a shared vision for building a better nation.

Her Excellency Minister noted that, her institution will work closely with the Ministry of Innovation and Technology, particularly on the development of a national urban digital address system and other related sectors.

Dr. Belete Molla Getahun, Minister of Innovation and Technology, highlighted the government’s prioritization of technology as a driver of economic growth. He emphasized the Ministry’s efforts in building infrastructure, developing human capital, and establishing policies, strategies, guidelines, and regulations to strengthen the sector.

He also noted that the Ethiopia Coders Training program has significantly contributed to enhancing the digital economy, simplifying the country’s complex financial systems, improving access to various services, saving time and resources for citizens, creating job opportunities, and equipping the youth with digital skills.

Dr. Belete stressed that science, technology, and innovation are fundamental pillars for inclusive economic development. He called for collective efforts to build a technologically advanced Ethiopia—one that can serve as a model for other nations.

The report also addressed key areas such as the global economic outlook and its implications for Ethiopia, macroeconomic reforms, infrastructure and project execution, sustainable development, social inclusion, national sovereignty, peacebuilding, diplomacy, and cooperation—highlighting issues that require further attention.

Senior leadership provided clear responses to participants' questions and emphasized the importance of presenting national and institutional reports together. The session concluded with directives on priorities for the next quarter.