Oromia’s Coffee Industry Secures ETB 28B in Investor Capital

The Oromia Investment and Industry Bureau has announced that more than 1,000 high-net-worth individuals have collectively committed over ETB 28 billion in capital to coffee development projects across the Oromia Regional State.

According to the bureau, a total of 1,468 investors are currently engaged in the sector. These investments have led to the creation of over 16,000 permanent jobs and more than 69,000 temporary employment opportunities.

Mohammedsani Amin, Deputy Head of the Oromia Agriculture Bureau, stated that the projects are already generating positive outcomes in terms of productivity and operational efficiency. He noted that investors are employing improved coffee varieties and modern processing technologies—such as coffee harvesters and combines—to enhance both yield and quality.

A significant portion of the coffee produced under these initiatives is destined for the export market, contributing to the country’s much-needed foreign currency earnings. Meanwhile, the regional government is working to facilitate collaboration between investors and local communities through regulatory support and oversight mechanisms.