Economic Overview
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CIA – The World Factbook: Ethiopia
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/et.html
An economic summary with data and statistics from the CIA
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Ethiopia – African Economic Outlook
http://www.africaneconomicoutlook.org/en/country-notes/east-africa/ethiopia/
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) ranks Ethiopia as among the five fastest growing economies in the world.
Industry Trends & Business Climate
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Business Environment Snapshot
http://rru.worldbank.org/BESnapshots/Ethiopia/default.aspx
According to the latest Enterprise Surveys (2006), the top 3 obstacles to running a business in Ethiopia are Access to Finance, Access to Land, and Practices of the Informal Sector.
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Ethiopia: Risk Assessment
http://globaledge.msu.edu/countries/ethiopia/risk/
An assessment of the business climate risk in Ethiopia from Michigan State University
Establishing a Presence
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Business Types – Setting Up a New Business in Ethiopia
http://www.hg.org/article.asp?id=19590
Ethiopian law recognizes six different kinds of business entities. Therefore in Ethiopia business can be carried out in one of the following six different kinds of business forms described on this site.
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Business Types – Business Startup in Ethiopia
http://www.2merkato.com/articles/starting-a-business/72-business-startup-in-ethiopia-information-and-frequently-asked-questions
FAQs about starting a bvusiness in Ethiopia
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Business Registration Requirements – Starting a Business in Ethiopia
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/ethiopia/starting-a-business
This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Ethiopia.
Taxes
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Tax Laws in Ethiopia
http://www.hg.org/article.asp?id=23975
An explanation of the direct and indirect taxes in Ethiopia
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Ethiopia Sales Tax Rate | VAT | 2014-2016
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/ethiopia/sales-tax-rate
The Sales Tax Rate in Ethiopia stands at 15 percent.
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Ethiopia Corporate Tax Rate | 2004-2016
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/ethiopia/corporate-tax-rate
The Corporate Tax Rate in Ethiopia stands at 30 percent.
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Paying Taxes in Ethiopia – Doing Business
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/ethiopia/paying-taxes
A tax table for Ethiopia including corporate
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Ethiopia Personal Income Tax Rate | 2006-2016
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/ethiopia/personal-income-tax-rate
The Personal Income Tax Rate in Ethiopia stands at 35 percent.
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Ethiopia Sales Tax Rate | VAT Forecast 2016-2020
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/ethiopia/sales-tax-rate/forecast
The Ethiopia Sales Tax Rate | VAT is projected to trend around 15.00 percent in 2020
Visas
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Ethiopia Visa
https://ethiopia.visahq.com/
Visa application procedure for a vias for Ethiopia
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Visa Requirements – Embassy Of Ethiopia
http://www.ethiopianembassy.org/ConsularServices/ConsularService.php?Page=VisaRequirement.htm
Except Kenya and Djibouti nationals, visas are required for all visitors toEthiopia.
Infrastructure
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Transportation in Ethiopia
http://www.visualgeography.com/categories/ethiopia/transportation.html
Most traveling within Ethiopia is done by bus or minibus. There is no real functioning railroad system, few people can afford to travel by air
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Getting around Ethiopia on local transport
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/ethiopia/transport/getting-around/local-transport
In many of the larger towns, a minibus service provides a quick, convenient and cheap way of hopping about town
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Ethiopia – Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband
http://www.budde.com.au/Research/Ethiopia-Telecoms-Mobile-and-Broadband-Statistics-and-Analyses.html
Ethiopia is one of the last countries in Africa allowing its national telco, Ethio Telecom (ETC) a monopoly on all telecom services including fixed, mobile, internet and data communications. – See more at: http://www.budde.com.au/Research/Ethiopia-Telecoms-Mobile-and-Broadband-Statistics-and-Analyses.html#sthash.9t51MD8F.dpuf
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Ethiopia – Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband – Market
https://www.bharatbook.com/telecommunications-market-research-reports-111662/ethiopia-telecoms-mobile-broadband.html
An overview of the telecom market
Employer Obligations
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National Labour Law Profile
http://www.ilo.org/ifpdial/information-resources/national-labour-law-profiles/WCMS_158894/lang--en/index.htm
Among the fundamental rights in the constitution, a whole range of general principles of labour rights are firmly anchored.
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Termination of Contract of Employment
http://www.lawguru.com/articles/law/termination-of-contract-of-employment-under-ethiopian-law
This site provides a description of the terms under which an employee can be terminated
Culture/Living
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Cost of Living in Ethiopia
http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Ethiopia
Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Ethiopia. Prices of restaurants, food, transportation, utilities and housing are included.
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Cost of Living – Prices in Ethiopia
http://www.mytravelcost.com/Ethiopia/
When it comes to travelling, Ethiopia is among the top three cheapest destinations in the world.
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Business Etiquette – Ethiopia – Language, Culture, Customs and Etiquette
http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/ethiopia.html
Guide to Ethiopia and Ethiopian culture, society, language, etiquette, customs, manners and protocol
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Education – International Schools in Ethiopia
http://www.expat-quotes.com/guides/ethiopia/education/international-schools-in-ethiopia.htm
This list contains the most popular international and bilingual schools in Ethiopia: nursery schools, primary and secondary
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Education Stats
http://www.nationmaster.com/country-info/profiles/Ethiopia/Education
Statistics on the Ethiopian school system
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Holidays and observances in Ethiopia in 2016
http://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/ethiopia/
Overview of holidays and many observances in Ethiopia
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Holidays – Ethiopia public holidays
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/ethiopia/public-holidays
Ethiopia’s public holidays can be divided into three categories: national secular holidays, Christian Orthodox festivals and Islamic holidays.
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Demographics – CIA – The World Factbook: Ethiopia
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/et.html
A demographic profile of Ethiopia from the CIA
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Business Etiquette 101
https://afktravel.com/60392/business-etiquette-in-ethiopia/
Dos and Don’ts of business etiquette in Ethiopia
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Climate information for Ethiopia
http://goafrica.about.com/library/bl.ethiopia.weather.climate.htm
The climate in Ethiopia varies tremendously depending on elevation. If you are planning to visit Ethiopia it’s a good idea to check the average temperatures of the region you plan to spend time in.
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Climate
http://countrystudies.us/ethiopia/41.htm
Diverse rainfall and temperature patterns are largely the result of Ethiopia’s location in Africa’s tropical zone and the country’s varied topography.
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Safety and Security in Ethiopia
https://www.passporthealthusa.com/destination-advice/ethiopia/safety-security/
When visiting Ethiopia, remain vigilant even at popular attractions and at landmarks. Increased security threats to Americans have resulted due to al-Qaida activity in the country.
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Saftey – Ethiopia – Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
https://www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/a-z-list-of-countries/ethiopia/
Travel and safety advice for various regions of the country
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Demographics – Ethiopia – Government, Economy, Demographics, Education
http://country-facts.findthedata.com/l/84/Ethiopia
Data and statistics on Ethiopia
Trade
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ETHIOPIA : TRADE – new policy directions
http://sunsite.icm.edu.pl/untpdc/incubator/africahp/eth/et.htm
FAQs on trade policy in Ethiopia
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Customs: Regulations, Export-Import
https://ethiopia.visahq.com/customs/
Ethiopia Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border.
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IMPORT & EXPORT REGULATIONS IN ETHIOPIA
https://www.facebook.com/honestplc/posts/877605002252785
The import export trade has been growing steadily in Ethiopia. However, for successive years the import trade has outweighed the export trade. One can find import and export regulations in this article.
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Ethiopia Trade Agreement
http://focusafrica.gov.in/Ethiopia_Trade_Agreement.html
A summary of trade agreements with Ethiopia
Housing and Rentals
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Ethiopia Corporate Housing and Extended Stay Hotels
http://ethiopia.biz-stay.com/
Accommodations in Addis Ababa and other cities in Ethiopia
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Accommodations – ICASA 2011 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
http://www.icasa2011addis.org/accommodations
Addis Ababa offers numerous possibilities for hotel accommodations, ranging from top of the line full service Hotels to smaller Guest Houses and Pensions.
Travel
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Ethiopia – Lonely Planet
https://www.lonelyplanet.com/ethiopia
Top destinations and experiences in Ethiopia
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Ethiopia Travel Guide and Travel Information
http://www.worldtravelguide.net/ethiopia
Though Ethiopia’s reputation remains somewhat tarnished by its turbulent history, tourists are returning to the country in increasing numbers, keen to discover its wondrous landscapes, ancient religious sites and fascinating indigenous tribes.