# The 50 largest companies in Ethiopia

Tamtam tracks 153 companies headquartered in Ethiopia. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by ethio telecom, Ethiopian Airlines and Addis Ababa University. Their median headcount is 1,303. Half of them were founded in 1997 or later.

The largest companies in Ethiopia are primarily well-established institutions in telecommunications, aviation, banking, and higher education. These include ethio telecom, a pioneering telecommunications company, and Ethiopian Airlines, operating extensive global passenger and cargo flights. Also prominent are the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, a banking pioneer, and Addis Ababa University, a leading educational institution. Other significant entities are Dashen Bank and Bank of Abyssinia, both established financial service providers.

Most of these large companies are headquartered in Addis Ababa, indicating a strong concentration of major economic and educational activities in the capital. The companies listed were founded between 1894 and 2021, with a notable number established in the mid-20th century, suggesting a period of significant institutional development in Ethiopia.

🇪🇹 Ethiopia · 50 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [ethio telecom](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ethio-telecom) (ethiotelecom.et)<br>A pioneering telecom company in Africa with over 128 years of experience, leading Ethiopia towards a bright future while prioritizing customer feedback and interaction | Telecommunications | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 13,267 | 1894 |
| 2 | [Ethiopian Airlines](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ethiopian-airlines) (ethiopianairlines.com)<br>Operating extensive passenger and cargo flights across five continents, focusing on comfort, sustainability, and multi-hub African connectivity. | Airlines and Aviation | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 12,191 | 1946 |
| 3 | [Addis Ababa University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/addis-ababa-university) (aau.edu.et)<br>Leading university in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, managed by the Office of External Relations, Partnerships, and Communications Official page providing updates | Research Services | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 8,656 |  |
| 4 | [Commercial Bank of Ethiopia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/commercial-bank-of-ethiopia) (combanketh.et)<br>Established in 1942, this bank is a pioneer in modern banking in Ethiopia, with over 1800 branches nationwide | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 7,671 | 1942 |
| 5 | [Jimma University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/jimma-university) (ju.edu.et)<br>Higher education institution combining health science and agriculture, focused on national development and expanding educational programs across Ethiopia. | Higher Education | 🇪🇹 Jimma | 4,296 | 1952 |
| 6 | [University of Gondar](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-gondar) (uog.edu.et)<br>A prestigious higher education institution in Ethiopia, dedicated to teaching, learning, research, and community engagement to develop future leaders for positive impact | Higher Education | 🇪🇹 Gondar | 3,597 | 1954 |
| 7 | [Dashen Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dashen-bank) (dashenbanksc.com)<br>Leading Ethiopian bank with 850+ branches and outlets offering a wide range of banking services to individuals and businesses | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 3,494 | 1995 |
| 8 | [Bank of Abyssinia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bank-of-abyssinia) (bankofabyssinia.com)<br>Established in 1996, this bank in Ethiopia has experienced significant growth and offers domestic, international, and special banking services to customers nationwide | Financial Services | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 3,119 | 1996 |
| 9 | [Bahir Dar University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bahir-dar-university) (bdu.edu.et)<br>A leading university in Ethiopia offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, focused on high quality education, research and community service | Research Services | 🇪🇹 Bahir Dar | 3,063 |  |
| 10 | [Cooperative Bank of Oromia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cooperative-bank-of-oromia) (coopbankoromia.com.et)<br>A cooperative bank in Ethiopia, focusing on providing banking solutions to communities, particularly cooperatives and agro-based businesses, with a commitment to integrity and customer satisfaction | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 2,770 | 2004 |
| 11 | [Dashen Bank S.C.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dashen-bank-s-c) (dashenbanksc.com)<br>An Ethiopian bank named after Mount Dashen, striving for unparalleled excellence through modern technology, efficient services, and trained personnel | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 2,675 | 1995 |
| 12 | [African Union](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/african-union) (au.int)<br>Driving Africa's integration and sustainable development through unity, cooperation, and partnerships among African states and global entities. | International Affairs | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 2,630 | 1963 |
| 13 | [Federal Ministry of Health Ethiopia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/federal-ministry-of-health-ethiopia) (moh.gov.et)<br>Promoting overall well-being and prosperity by improving the health of citizens through various initiatives and programs | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 2,233 |  |
| 14 | [Safaricom Ethiopia Telecommunications PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/safaricom-ethiopia-telecommunications-plc) (safaricom.et)<br>Supporting Ethiopia's digital transformation through innovative solutions and services | Telecommunications | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 1,829 | 2021 |
| 15 | [Oromia Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/oromia-bank) (oromiabank.com)<br>Established in accordance with Ethiopian laws, Oromia Bank offers banking services with over 300 branches and a capital of Birr 3 billion | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 1,747 | 2008 |
| 16 | [Awash Bank S.C.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/awash-bank-s-c) (awashbank.com)<br>Ethiopia's leading private bank offers retail, corporate, international, and interest-free banking services, emphasizing financial inclusion, sustainability, innovation, and community engagement for a brighter future | Financial Services | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 1,739 | 1994 |
| 17 | [Wollo University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wollo-university) (wu.edu.et)<br>Aiming to become a leading university focusing on quality education, research, technology transfer, and community development services in Ethiopia | Higher Education | 🇪🇹 Dessie | 1,736 | 2004 |
| 18 | [Zemen Bank S.C.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/zemen-bank-s-c) (zemenbank.com)<br>Offering professional banking services in Ethiopia with multiple branch outlets, ATMs, POS terminals, and technologically-based services tailored to customers' needs and preferences | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 1,695 | 2007 |
| 19 | [St. Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College- SPHMMC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/st-paul-s-hospital-millennium-medical-college-sphmmc) (sphmmc.edu.et)<br>A leading medical college and hospital in Ethiopia offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs, specialized medical services, and research opportunities with a large staff and patient capacity | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇪🇹 Gulele Sub-City | 1,524 |  |
| 20 | [Dilla University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dilla-university) (du.edu.et)<br>Dilla University offers a wide range of undergraduate, post-graduate, and PhD programs with multiple campuses and a large student population | Higher Education | 🇪🇹 Dila | 1,494 | 1996 |
| 21 | [wolaita sodo university](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wolaita-sodo-university) (wsu.edu.et)<br>Aiming to become a top-ranking university in East Africa by 2020, providing competent graduates, research solutions, technological advancements, and community services | Higher Education | 🇪🇹 Sodo | 1,360 | 2007 |
| 22 | [Awash Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/awash-bank) (awashbank.com)<br>A leading private commercial bank in Ethiopia with over 535 branches, significant growth in paid-up capital and assets, and exceptional customer service | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 1,358 | 1994 |
| 23 | [Adama Science and Technology University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/adama-science-and-technology-university) (astu.edu.et)<br>This company is focused on innovating knowledge and advancing in the field of education or information dissemination | Higher Education | 🇪🇹 Adama | 1,351 |  |
| 24 | [Abay Bank S.C.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/abay-bank-s-c) (abaybanksc.com)<br>A financial institution in Ethiopia promoting growth and development by providing banking services to various sectors and fostering economic empowerment | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 1,339 | 2010 |
| 25 | [Debre Markos University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/debre-markos-university) (dmu.edu.et)<br>A public Ethiopian university founded in 2007, located near the Blue Nile, focusing on scientific and epistemological inquiries | Education Administration Programs | 🇪🇹 Debre Markos | 1,303 |  |
| 26 | [Hibret Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hibret-bank) (hibretbank.com.et)<br>A leading financial services provider in Africa, focused on innovation, digitization, customer centricity, employee development, and inclusive partnership across the region | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 1,202 | 1998 |
| 27 | [Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ethiopian-institute-of-agricultural-research) (eiar.gov.et)<br>A leading African agricultural research institute focused on developing and promoting market-competitive technologies to enhance productivity, sustainability, and livelihoods in Ethiopia | Research Services | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia | 1,184 | 1966 |
| 28 | [Dire Dawa University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dire-dawa-university) (ddu.edu.et)<br>Dire Dawa University is a higher education institution in Ethiopia, offering a variety of academic programs to produce competent human resources and research outputs | Higher Education | 🇪🇹 Dire Dawa | 1,181 | 2007 |
| 29 | [Hawassa University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hawassa-university) (hu.edu.et)<br>A comprehensive university offering diverse undergraduate, masters, and PhD programs, known for quality education, research, and community services in Ethiopia | Higher Education | 🇪🇹 Hawassa | 1,154 | 2000 |
| 30 | [Amhara Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/amhara-bank) (amharabank.com.et)<br>Ethiopian company specializing in providing top-notch security services, ensuring safety and peace of mind for all clients | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 1,121 | 2022 |
| 31 | [Bunna Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bunna-bank) (bunnabanksc.com)<br>A banking institution in Ethiopia established in 2009 to offer financial services, fully licensed by the National Bank of Ethiopia | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 1,107 | 2009 |
| 32 | [Ethiopian Electric Utility](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ethiopian-electric-utility) (ethiopianelectricutility.gov.et)<br>This company provides electricity services to the people of Ethiopia and is responsible for managing the electric utility infrastructure in the country | Utilities | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 1,048 |  |
| 33 | [BGI Ethiopia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bgi-ethiopia) (bgiethiopia.com)<br>Operating breweries and wineries across seven cities to produce iconic beverages while investing in community development and modernizing plant operations through advanced technology. | Food and Beverage Services | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 1,039 | 1997 |
| 34 | [Fortis Hospital](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fortis-hospital) (onlinecareer360.com)<br>Specializing in cardiac surgery, joint replacement, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, and organ transplants, the company improves lives of patients from over 55 countries | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇪🇹 Southend On Sea | 1,031 |  |
| 35 | [Wegagen Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wegagen-bank) (wegagen.com)<br>Leading private bank in Ethiopia offering a variety of banking products and services through branches, cards, and e-banking channels nationwide | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 1,020 | 1997 |
| 36 | [Aksum University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aksum-university)<br>A teaching university in Aksum, Ethiopia offering undergraduate and master's degrees through teaching programs, research projects, and community service | Higher Education | 🇪🇹 Axum | 985 |  |
| 37 | [Nib InternationalBank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nib-internationalbank) (nibbanksc.com)<br>Established in 1999, our company operates as a financial institution in Ethiopia, offering banking services to a wide range of customers | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 943 | 1999 |
| 38 | [Information Network Security Administration](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/information-network-security-administration) (insa.gov.et)<br>A national agency focused on ensuring information supremacy, protecting information infrastructure, and defending against cyber threats for the national interest | Security and Investigations | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 936 | 2006 |
| 39 | [Ethiopian Public Health Institute](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ethiopian-public-health-institute) (ephi.gov.et)<br>The institute conducts research on public health and nutrition, surveillance for health risks, and provides diagnostic and analytical support nationally | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 934 | 1995 |
| 40 | [Ethiopian Engineering Corporation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ethiopian-engineering-corporation) (eec.com.et)<br>A large construction company in Ethiopia specializing in providing construction solutions with in-house design and build capabilities | Engineering Services | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 927 | 2015 |
| 41 | [United Nations Economic Commission for Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/united-nations-economic-commission-for-africa) (uneca.org)<br>A regional arm of the United Nations focused on promoting economic and social development, fostering integration, providing advisory services, and collecting regional statistics in Africa | International Affairs | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 903 | 1958 |
| 42 | [Development Bank of Ethiopia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/development-bank-of-ethiopia) (dbe.com.et)<br>A Development Financial Institution focusing on government priority projects in manufacturing, agroindustry, agriculture, and mining sectors, with a focus on SMEs financing | Financial Services | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 867 | 1909 |
| 43 | [World Vision Ethiopia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/world-vision-ethiopia) (wvi.org)<br>A humanitarian organization in Ethiopia providing relief, development, and emergency response interventions to improve the well-being of vulnerable children | Non-profit Organizations | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 865 | 1975 |
| 44 | [SIS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sis-addis-ababa) (sandfordschool.org)<br>A private coeducational day school in Addis Ababa offering an English language program for students aged 4 to 18 from diverse national and international backgrounds | Education | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 852 |  |
| 45 | [Wachemo University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wachemo-university) (wcu.edu.et)<br>A leading public university in Ethiopia with two campuses, offering various fields of study to over 8,000 students With 200+ instructors and 400+ administrative staff | Education Administration Programs | 🇪🇹 Hossana | 847 | 2009 |
| 46 | [Addis Ababa Science and Technology University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/addis-ababa-science-and-technology-university) (aastu.edu.et)<br>An Ethiopian university focused on science, technology, engineering, and ICT, aiming to build an economically developed and industrialized state | Higher Education | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 809 | 2011 |
| 47 | [Ambo University (Ethiopia)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ambo-university-ethiopia) (ambou.edu.et)<br>A university in Ethiopia focused on high-quality education, research, and community outreach to drive positive change and advancement in the country | Higher Education | 🇪🇹 Ambo | 787 |  |
| 48 | [AYAT Real Estate](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ayat-real-estate) (facebook.com)<br>Real estate development and sales agency based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, specializing in residential and commercial properties for clients | Real Estate | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 769 | 1996 |
| 49 | [SCD](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/scd) (scd-infrared.com)<br>A global leader in developing and manufacturing infrared detectors, video engines, and laser diodes for defense, homeland security, and commercial markets worldwide | Semiconductor Manufacturing | 🇪🇹 Misgav Industrial Zone | 758 | 1986 |
| 50 | [Berhan Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/berhan-bank) (berhanbanksc.com)<br>Established in 2009, this company provides comprehensive banking services with a focus on integrity and aims to deliver stress-free banking experiences | Banking | 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa | 740 | 2009 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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