"Powering Regional Prosperity through Manufacturing and Digital Excellence."
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"Powering Regional Prosperity through Manufacturing and Digital Excellence."
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"Powering Regional Prosperity through Manufacturing and Digital Excellence."
About Us

47 (Established YTD)

New Industry

474,711 (Registered)

Digital ID (Fayda)

55.9 Million ETB (Generated)

Market Linkage

Ass. Prof. Zemedkun Solomon

"A Message from the Bureau Head"

"Welcome to the digital gateway of the South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region Industry and Innovation Bureau. Our region is at a historic crossroads. As we transition into a new era of governance, our mission is clear: to move from a subsistence economy to a robust industrial and digital powerhouse.

In the 2018 fiscal year, we have set ambitious targets—from establishing 199 new manufacturing enterprises to enrolling over 83,000 citizens in digital coding programs. We are not just building factories; we are building the technical capacity of our youth and the digital infrastructure of our institutions. Whether you are an investor looking for fertile ground or a citizen seeking to join the digital revolution, this Bureau is your partner in progress. Together, we will manufacture a brighter future."

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Who We Are | Industry & Innovation Bureau

South West Ethiopia Industry and Innovation Bureau

Established under Proclamation No. 00/16, the Industry and Innovation Bureau (IIB) leads the regional transformation of South West Ethiopia. We have evolved into a Science and Technology powerhouse, coordinating the regional "Let Ethiopia Produce" strategy.

Our mandate is to bridge the gap between regional natural resources and the global digital economy by fostering modern manufacturing and secure digital systems that leave no citizen behind.

Industry and Innovation

Strategic Impact 2018

199

Targeted Industries

83,112

Ethiopia Coders Goal

1.9M

Fayda ID Target

55.9M

Market Linkages (ETB)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary goal of the Bureau?
Our mandate is to increase the industrial sector's economic contribution by supporting manufacturing extensions and leading the regional digital transformation to make government services efficient and paperless.
How does the Bureau support manufacturing?
We provide technical support, facilitate access to manufacturing sheds, and create domestic market linkages. In the first half of 2018, we facilitated over 55.9 Million ETB in market connections for local producers.
What is the "Ethiopia Coders" initiative?
It is a program to equip 83,112 citizens with digital skills. This initiative ensures that the youth of South West Ethiopia can participate effectively in the global digital economy.
What progress has been made on Digital IDs?
With a regional target of 1.99 million registrations, the Bureau has successfully enrolled 474,711 citizens into the National Digital ID (Fayda) system to date.
Which zones does the Bureau serve?
The Bureau oversees industrial and technological development across all regional zones, including Keffa, Sheka, Bench Sheko, Dawuro, West Omo, and Konta.
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