By:
Robert Kwaku Annor
Ethiopia’s Ministry of
Innovation and Technology has welcomed three newly appointed Ministers of
State, with discussions focusing on the institution’s priorities, the country’s
digital transition and the role of innovation and technology in economic growth
and competitiveness.
The Minister of Innovation
and Technology, Freihayat Tamru, welcomed Mr. Muluken Kere, Mr. Solomon Soka
and Mr. Yodahe Arayalasse during a meeting with heads of the institute’s
management to discuss its future direction, priorities and the feasibility of
implementing the government’s ideas on common achievement goals.
During the discussions, the
Minister emphasized that the innovation and technology sector has a high
responsibility in contributing to overall economic growth, building
competitiveness and benefiting citizens, adding that the people and the
government expect tangible results from the sector.
She also stressed the need
to build a transparent and efficient country by fully transitioning service
delivery to a digital system. She called for an acceleration of Ethiopia’s
ongoing digital transition and greater efforts to strengthen the country’s competitiveness
in technology and innovation.
Muluken Kere said the
institution plays an important strategic role in accelerating Ethiopia’s
economic growth and making the country globally competitive. He noted that
rapid change could be achieved by empowering the workforce with knowledge and
skills and moving forward with a new work spirit.
Solomon Soka said
strengthening research, science and innovation through the implementation of
the country’s inclusive strategy and the effective fulfilment of
responsibilities was the foundation for economic growth, prosperity and
national civilization.
Yodahe Arayalasse
highlighted the institution’s contribution to Ethiopia’s digital identity,
stressing that stronger cooperation in science, technology and innovation was
crucial to accelerating the digital transition and ensuring innovation delivers
tangible benefits to society.
The meeting concluded with
the ministers visiting the institution’s working rooms and facilities and
meeting employees to familiarise themselves with their work schedules.
