Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – February 18, 2025: The BRIDGE+ Project, in collaboration with the Ethiopian Economics Association (EEA), launched its initiative to boost forage seed and biomass commercialization in Ethiopia. The inception workshop gathered key stakeholders, researchers, and policy experts to explore opportunities, challenges, and policy frameworks for strengthening the country’s market-oriented forage production sector....Read More

The 4th Annual Consortium of Ethiopian Economics Departments (CEED) was held at the University of Kebri Dehar on February 1, 2025, bringing together economists, researchers, and professionals from across Ethiopia to discuss critical economic issues. The event featured insightful presentations, including Dr. Nasir Yunis’ analysis of Ethiopia’s post-reform exchange rate dynamics and Abdukerim Ahmed’s study...Read More

We are delighted to share the wonderful news that the Ethiopian Journal of Economics (EJE) has officially been accepted for inclusion in the prestigious Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ). This milestone is a testament to the journal’s unwavering dedication to advancing high-quality research and open-access scholarship. This achievement would not have been possible without...Read More

Addis Ababa, January 24, 2025 – The International Conference on the Flotation of the Ethiopian Birr and Its Economic Implications, held at Skylight Hotel from January 23–24, 2025, concluded today with a powerful and inspiring session dedicated to Africa’s economic governance and the advancement of the Abuja Treaty’s six stages of integration. The final session...Read More

Addis Ababa, January 24, 2025 – The second day of the International Conference on the Flotation of the Ethiopian Birr and Its Economic Implications showcased a series of compelling empirical presentations and a highly engaging panel discussion, focusing on the interplay between currency floatation, real exchange rate misalignment, and economic growth in Ethiopia. The session...Read More

Addis Ababa, January 24, 2025—The second day of the International Conference on the Flotation of the Ethiopian Birr and Its Economic Implications commenced with a vibrant panel discussion on Currency Floatation and Mitigation: Perspectives from Scholars and Regional AU Agencies. The session brought together renowned economists and policymakers from across Africa to provide insights into...Read More

Addis Ababa, January 23, 2025 – The much-anticipated International Conference on the Flotation of the Ethiopian Birr and Its Economic Implications commenced today at the Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa. Jointly Organized by the Ethiopian Economics Association (EEA), Policy Studies Institute, and the Center for Governance and Intra-Africa Trade Studies (CGIATS). The event gathered economists,...Read More

It is with profound sadness that the Ethiopian Economics Association (EEA) shares the news of the passing of Dr. Befekadu Degefe, on 9th January 2025, a founding member and an esteemed leader of our community. Dr. Befekadu’s unparalleled contributions to the field of economics, both in Ethiopia and beyond, have left an enduring legacy. As...Read More

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia –  January 03, 2025. The Ethiopian Economics Association (EEA) and ECHO have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in the areas of economic transformation and digital innovation. This partnership aims to foster a more inclusive digital economy by leveraging the combined expertise of both organizations in research, and...Read More

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — December 28, 2024Ethiopian Economics Association (EEA), The Policy Studies Institute (PSI), and the Center for Governance and Intra-Africa Trade Studies (CGIATS) jointly organized a consultative workshop on the flotation of the Ethiopian Birr and its economic implications. Held at the Capital Hotel and Spa in Addis Ababa, the event brought together...Read More