Connecting Ethiopian
Businesses to the World
ETE is Ethiopia's national digital B2B marketplace — a verified directory of manufacturers, exporters and cooperatives connected to local and international buyers through transparent trade infrastructure.
500+
Verified Businesses
1,200+
Active Listings
ETB 2.4B+
Trade Facilitated
3,800+
Registered Buyers
11
Ethiopian Regions
340+
Tenders Posted
Our Mission
Digitalising Ethiopia's trade infrastructure
ETE was created to solve a fundamental problem: Ethiopian MSMEs, manufacturers and cooperatives produce world-class goods but struggle to reach buyers at scale. We remove friction, build trust, and create digital-first trade pathways.
Trust & Verification
Every supplier on ETE undergoes trade licence and TIN verification before receiving a Verified badge. Ethiopian Standards (ES) certifications are tracked with auto-expiry alerts.
Export Readiness
We help Ethiopian MSMEs, manufacturers and cooperatives prepare for international markets — with FOB Djibouti pricing, export capacity flags and global buyer connections.
Inclusive Growth
ETE tracks gender-disaggregated data, supporting women-led enterprises and cooperatives through targeted procurement eligibility and the Source Local programme.
Digital Trade Infrastructure
Built as a national digital infrastructure initiative under the SEED Programme, ETE provides RFQ workflows, tiered B2B pricing, tender management and audit-grade reporting.
What We Trade
Ethiopia's Key Export Sectors
From specialty coffee to industrial minerals — ETE covers every major category of Ethiopian B2B trade.
Coffee & Tea
Yirgacheffe, Sidama, Harrar specialty grades
Spices & Herbs
Berbere, turmeric, cumin, black seed
Oilseeds & Pulses
Sesame, chickpeas, lentils, teff
Textiles & Fabrics
Habesha weaves, cotton, technical fabrics
Leather Goods
Hides, finished leather, export-grade products
Construction
Cement, steel, aggregates, finishing materials
Minerals
Gold, tantalum, gemstones, industrial minerals
Furniture
Wood, bamboo, rattan, home furnishings
How It Works
Start trading in four steps
Register & Get Verified
Submit your trade licence, TIN and business details. Our team verifies your credentials and issues a Verified Supplier badge.
List Your Products
Add product listings with tiered B2B pricing, MOQ, lead times, and export capacity. Upload certifications (ES, Organic, GlobalG.A.P).
Receive Buyer Inquiries
Buyers send RFQs directly to your listings. Respond with a formal quote, negotiate terms, and fulfil the order.
Grow Your Trade
Bid on government tenders, access export markets, track your revenue and get listed on Ethiopia's national trade directory.
Our Story
From pilot to national platform
Programme Launch
Ethiopia Trade Exchange initiated under the ACT SEED Programme to digitise MSME trade infrastructure.
Pilot Phase
First 200 businesses onboarded across Addis Ababa, Oromia and Amhara regions. Core verification pipeline live.
National Rollout
Expanded to all 11 administrative regions. Tender management system and RFQ workflows launched.
Export Gateway
International buyer portal opened. FOB Djibouti pricing, logistics partners and export-readiness scoring introduced.
Scale & Impact
ETB 2.4B+ in facilitated trade. 500+ verified suppliers. Mobile-first redesign and multi-language support (EN, AM, OM, TI).
Our Values
What drives every decision
Ethiopia First
Every feature prioritises Ethiopian MSMEs and their growth.
Integrity
No unverified supplier receives a trust badge. Period.
Speed to Value
Buyers receive supplier quotes within 24 hours of posting an RFQ.
Sustainability
Organic and fair-trade certification tracking built into the core.
Ready to trade on Ethiopia's national exchange?
Whether you're a buyer sourcing Ethiopian goods or a supplier looking to grow, ETE is your verified gateway to Ethiopia's B2B market.