Technology

Infrastructure and Device Gaps Stifle Ethiopia’s Tech Progress

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Limited internet connectivity, affordable device shortages, and low purchasing power continue to hinder educational technology expansion in Ethiopia.

Inadequate internet infrastructure, high device costs, language barriers, and low digital literacy limit educational technology adoption in Ethiopia.
The EdTech Partnership and Networking Event was held in Addis Ababa under the theme “Advancing Inclusive Learning through Innovation and Collaboration.”
The event was jointly organized by Reach for Change Ethiopia and the Mastercard Foundation, drawing approximately 140 participants from the education and tech sectors.
Mekdim Gullilat, Country Manager of Reach for Change Ethiopia, emphasized prioritizing learners' actual lived experiences in technology development.
Participants highlighted that affordable devices, reliable internet access, and improved infrastructure are essential to prevent digital learning from deepening existing inequalities.