04 March 2025

Ethio telecom has continued 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.

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 10Gbps with ultra-low latency as low as 1ms, supporting up to 1 million devices per square kilometer. The 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.