CLEAN : Kenya's Safaricom launches in Ethiopia

The video discusses the presence of board operations in Ethiopia and the significant investment by Safaricom, marking the largest investment by a Kenyan company outside Kenya. It highlights the liberalization of Ethiopia's telecommunications sector, which is crucial for the country's economic growth. A deal was reached to grant Safaricom a mobile money service license, marking a milestone for the company and Ethiopia. The video concludes with the launch of a network analysis, celebrating a year of hard work by the team and the acquisition of a mobile financial services license.

What was the main focus of the initial discussions in the video?

• The launch of a new product

• The presence of board members and signing agreements

• The history of Safaricom

• The challenges faced by the team

What is significant about Safaricom's investment in Ethiopia?

• It is the largest investment by a Kenyan company outside Kenya

• It focuses solely on infrastructure development

• It is the first investment by a Kenyan company in Ethiopia

• It is a joint venture with another telecom company

Why did Ethiopia decide to liberalize its telecommunications sector?

• To improve its agricultural sector

• To attract more foreign tourists

• To reduce unemployment rates

• To boost economic growth by entering the digital era

What was the outcome of the agreement between the Ethiopian government and Safaricom?

• Safaricom was required to partner with local companies

• Safaricom was given exclusive rights to the telecom market

• Safaricom was allowed to build new infrastructure

• Safaricom was granted a license for mobile money services

How did the team feel about receiving the mobile financial services license?

• Extremely happy

• Disappointed

• Indifferent

• Confused