Addis Ababa, January 3/2026 - According to Habtamu Tegegne, the Minister of Mines, Ethiopia's Macroeconomic Reforms have led to significant progress in the country's mineral resources sector.
He further stated that the importation of ceramics will be completely replaced within several months.
The official expressed these comments while visiting the Baja Ceramic Factory, which is now being built within the Bulga City Administration area, located in the North Shewa Zone of the Amhara Region.
Habtamu pointed out that the facility is set to establish Ethiopia as a top manufacturer of floor and wall tiles across Africa.
Supported by two Chinese financiers who invested 10 billion Birr, the plant is advancing faster than planned.
Approximately 95 percent of the raw materials needed for manufacturing will be obtained domestically, according to the Minister, who referred to this as an excellent chance to revive Ethiopia's construction sector.
Habtamu explained that the macroeconomic reforms have been crucial in increasing Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the mining industry, enabling the nation to more effectively utilize its extensive mineral resources.
As stated by the minister, the Baja Ceramic Plant is set to begin operations within three months.
During the first stage, the facility will manufacture 35,000 square meters of ceramic products daily.
In addition to fulfilling local needs and generating many employment opportunities for residents, the facility aims to manufacture extra goods for international trade.
The official also mentioned that elevating the mining industry as a key driver of economic development is producing significant changes.
He further mentioned that additional major factories now being built will shortly meet the local requirement of the construction sector for granite and marble items.
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