The Quality Village Welcomes Key Technology Agency 

The Ministry of Innovation and Technology has announced the official launch of the Ethiopian Technology Agency, now operational within the newly established Quality Village. The launch was marked by a high-profile ceremony attended by key government figures, including Dr. Belete Molla, Minister of Innovation and Technology, and Dr. Kassahun Gofe, Minister of Trade and Regional Integration. The event underscored the government’s commitment to institutionalizing quality and innovation as central pillars of economic competitiveness.

In his opening remark, Dr. Belete highlighted that creating a friendly and conducive environment is crucial to guaranteeing the effectiveness of technology regulation efforts in the country. He further emphasized that the agency has done several major initiatives, including the construction of laboratories, and upgrading a radioactive waste storage center. The minister described the “Quality Village” as a powerful symbol of Ethiopia’s technological advancement, underscoring its critical role in accelerating the nation’s progress in innovation and technology.  

During the inauguration, Dr. Kassahun Gofe received formal recognition from authorities for his exemplary leadership in delivering the Quality Village project on schedule. Expressing his gratitude for the acknowledgment, Dr. Kassahun called for continued collaboration among stakeholders to enhance Ethiopia’s quality competitiveness on the global stage.

The Minister in his remark stated that building such an advanced village is a strategic move to foster a prosperous economy and has a sustainable benefit for the coming generation.

Operating under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration (MoTRI), the Quality Village brings together key national institutions, including the Ethiopian Standards Institute (ESI), Ethiopian Conformity Assessment Enterprise (ECAE), Ethiopian Metrology Institute (EMI), Ethiopian Accreditation Service (EAS), and the Ethiopian Technology Authority (ETA).

Spanning 7.2 hectares, the facility comprises 20 uniquely designed mega-buildings, four main gates, and over 150 state-of-the-art laboratories. Fully integrated with advanced technological systems, the Quality Village stands as a bold testament to Ethiopia’s ambition to lead in innovation, quality assurance, and global competitiveness.