In May 2025, the Ministry of Finance of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia issued Directive No. 1064/2025 to implement the Investment Incentives Regulation No. 517/2022. This directive establishes a comprehensive framework for administering income tax holidays and customs duty exemptions. The directive outlines the duration of tax holidays depending on the sector and location,...Read More

In a significant policy and legislative milestone, the Council of Ministers of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia has approved a draft Proclamation that introduces a structured legal framework permitting foreign nationals and entities to acquire immovable property under specified conditions. This landmark reform marks a pivotal shift in Ethiopia’s property ownership regime and aligns...Read More