Ethiopian PM Abiy Praises Safaricom for Expanding M-Pesa Services
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Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has praised Safaricom for expanding telecommunications connectivity and mobile money services in Ethiopia, highlighting the growing role of M-PESA in improving access to digital financial services.
Speaking during Kenya’s Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret on October 20, 2026, Abiy acknowledged Safaricom’s contribution to connecting millions of Ethiopians through its telecommunications network and enabling users to send money and make payments through M-Pesa.
The recognition underscores the growing significance of Safaricom’s Ethiopian operations as the company expands its footprint beyond its home market in Kenya.