Ethiopost, ETBC sign MoU to strengthen trade and logistics in Ethiopia
Date: 2026-04-02
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
Ethiopost
and Ethiopian Trading Businesses Corporation have signed a Memorandum of
Understanding aimed at enhancing the country’s trade and logistics value chain
and improving service delivery to citizens.
The
agreement, signed by Ethiopost Chief Executive Officer Dagmawi Hailiye and ETBC
Chief Executive Officer Behailu Nigussie, is expected to facilitate the
large-scale distribution of essential commodities, including grains, pulses,
and other agricultural products, to communities nationwide.
The
partnership will also support the development of modern trading systems,
including emerging e-commerce platforms, as both institutions seek to leverage
their respective capabilities to improve market access and efficiency.
Speaking
at the signing ceremony, Hailiye highlighted Ethiopost’s extensive logistics
infrastructure, transportation network, and nationwide branch presence, noting
that these assets position the organization to deliver goods efficiently across
the country.
Nigussie
said the collaboration would help connect producers directly with consumers,
enhancing economic outcomes for citizens while contributing to sustainable
national growth.
The
two entities noted that the partnership is expected to support government
efforts to stabilize the cost of living and strengthen food security,
reinforcing broader national development objectives.
