The East African country of Ethiopia garnered $4.32 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) for the fiscal year 2025/26, indicating that increased investor confidence continues to execute broad economic reforms.
The results were disclosed by the Ethiopian Investment Commission (EIC) during its annual performance review, in which Commissioner Zeleke Temesgen reviewed the agency's accomplishments over the previous year and goals for the next fiscal year.
According to the Commission, the entire investment amount marks an 8% increase over the previous fiscal year.
The amount also excludes further pledges made during the 4th Invest in Ethiopia 2026 Forum by firms who have subsequently obtained investment permits, implying that total inflows might increase further if those projects are completed.
Temesgen stated that the Commission is working with investors to hasten the process from licensing to project implementation, ensuring that committed investments become operational enterprises.
