The Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration has reported that Ethiopia earned $1.5 billion from gold exports in the first half of the current fiscal year.
In a recent social media update, Trade and Regional Integration Minister Kassahun Gofe highlighted Ethiopia’s rich diversity in topography and climate, which provides significant opportunities for various products in the global market.
Kassahun praised the mining sector as a key economic contributor, describing the $1.5 billion revenue from gold exports as a noteworthy accomplishment. He emphasized the importance of maximizing these resources to achieve tangible results.
Additionally, the Minister pointed to the country’s potential in exporting coffee, pulses, oilseeds, cereal crops, spices, and horticultural products as vital avenues for enhancing trade and boosting income.
Source: FMC
