Tourism and Hospitality
Ethiopia, located in the Horn of Africa’s rift valley region and known worldwide as the origin of mankind and one of the oldest civilizations, has a large and untapped tourism and hospitality business potential. Furthermore, Addis Ababa’s importance as Africa’s political capital brings a high representation of international and regional organizations, including the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa.
Investment areas reserved for Joint Investment (Domestic and Foreign Investors)
- Domestic air transport service
- Cross country transport service using buses with a seating capacity of more than 45 passengers
- Urban mass transport service with large carrying capacity
Note that a foreign investor jointly investing with a domestic investor in areas listed above shall not hold more than 49% of the share capital of the enterprise
 Investment Areas open to Foreign Investors
Investment areas that are not listed herein the above; are open to foreign investors
- MICE Facilities
- Star rated tourist hotels and lodges
- Entertainment and Shopping Centres
- Tourist Information Shops
- Tourist Transport and Travel Services
- Tourism Medical Services
- Food and Beverage Services
- Leisure & Sports
- Education and Training Facilities
