Ethio telecom has congratulated its former Chief Executive Officer and current Minister of Innovation and Technology, Frehiwot Tamru, following her inclusion in the 2026 Women Powering Africa’s Digital Infrastructure list.
Tamru was named among 100 women recognised in the publication by Africa Hyperscalers in partnership with The Littlesteps Group. She was featured in the Telecom Operators & Backbone Infrastructure category for her leadership in modernising and expanding Ethio telecom.
During her tenure as CEO, Tamru oversaw efforts to expand connectivity, strengthen digital infrastructure and broaden access to digital financial services through the company’s telebirr platform. These developments contributed to Ethiopia’s wider digital transformation.
Ethio telecom said the recognition reflected the collective efforts of its employees, customers, partners and stakeholders in advancing the organisation’s achievements.
The company congratulated Tamru on the recognition and wished her continued success in contributing to Ethiopia’s digital future.
Her inclusion highlights the role of leadership in advancing telecommunications infrastructure and expanding digital services across Africa.
