17 June 2025

Ethio Telecom has announced a strategic partnership with Bankai Group, a global provider of telecom technology, voice wholesale, and digital transformation solutions, to serve as its preferred international call termination partner in Ethiopia. The agreement, effective from 1 June, signifies a major step toward strengthening Ethiopia’s international voice ecosystem.

The partnership excludes voice traffic originating from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Sudan, Jordan, Somalia, and Djibouti, reflecting specific regional traffic arrangements.

According to Ethio Telecom, this collaboration aims to enhance call quality, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and safeguard the integrity of international voice traffic. The company emphasized that working with Bankai Group aligns with Ethiopia’s broader digital transformation goals, focusing on delivering high-performance, fraud-resistant voice services across key global corridors.

“Together, Ethio Telecom and Bankai Group are committed to providing reliable, secure, and innovative telecom solutions that support Ethiopia’s digital growth and improve connectivity with the world,” said Frehiwot Tamiru, CEO of Ethio Telecom.