Record Ethiopian Budget Focuses on Low-Income Households While Fueling Growth and Reform Agenda
Ethiopia has proposed a record 2.339 trillion Birr federal budget for the 2026/27 fiscal year, focusing on protecting low-income households and sustaining economic reforms. The government projects a 10.1 percent economic growth rate, aiming to mitigate inflation and address macroeconomic imbalances.
Why it matters
This budget represents a critical test for Ethiopia's economic reform agenda as it attempts to balance growth with social protection amid rising living costs.
Login Logout አማርኛ ትግርኛ Afaan Oromoo Af‑Soomaali Qafar Afa English Français عربي Politics Social Economy Sport Technology Environment Feature Videos About Us Record Ethiopian Budget Focuses on Low-Income Households While Fueling Growth and Reform Agenda 🔇Unmute Addis Ababa, June 30, 2026 (ENA) —Ethiopia’s proposed federal budget for the 2019 Ethiopian fiscal year (2026/27) places a strong emphasis on protecting low-income households, sustaining the country’s economic reform agenda, and accelerating inclusive growth, Finance Minister Ahmed Shide told MPs today.
The article reports on government budget projections using official statements, maintaining a neutral tone.
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