Ethio Telecom Expands 5G to Jimma, Driving Ethiopia’s Digital Future

Ethio telecom, Ethiopia’s leading telecom and digital solutions provider, continues its nationwide 5G expansion with the launch of 5G services in Jimma City.

This milestone is a significant step in the company’s mission to accelerate Ethiopia’s digital transformation, ensuring high-speed connectivity and unlocking new opportunities for innovation and economic growth.

Since launching Ethiopia’s first 5G network in Addis Ababa in 2022, our company has expanded 5G to twelve cities, including Addis Ababa, Adama, Jigjiga, Dire Dawa, Harar, Bahir Dar, Hawassa, Wolaita Sodo, Hosaena, Arba Minch, Bishoftu and today, Jimma.

With today’s launch in Jimma, Ethio telecom is further strengthening its commitment to enhancing digital accessibility and enabling Ethiopia to harness the full potential of next-generation connectivity.

This launch meets the growing data and internet demands of individuals, businesses, and industries, enhancing service reliability and digital solutions.

The network is now available in Jimma City, particularly around Jimma Zone Administration Office, Ethio telecom South West Regional Office, Ferenj Arada, Central Hotel, Haile Hotel and Stadium Area, Dololo Hotel, Firomsis Hospital, Central Merkato, Kochi, Jimma University, Mizan and Boye areas.

Ethio telecom’s 5G network delivers speeds of up to 10 Gbps with ultra-low latency as low as 1 millisecond, supporting up to 1 million devices per square kilometer. This cutting-edge technology is designed to meet the rapidly growing data and internet demands of individuals, enterprises, and industries.

The expansion facilitates online education and training, fostering innovation and job creation for startups while bridging the digital divide through increased smartphone access.

5G technology transforms key sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, education, manufacturing, transport, mining and entertainment. By modernizing operations, it boosts productivity and creates new revenue opportunities, serving as a catalyst for economic growth and strengthening Ethiopia’s position in the global digital economy.

To access these services, customers will need 5G-compatible devices. We invite customers to upgrade their SIM cards if needed and to explore available 5G-supported devices at service centers.