Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has highlighted a new milestone in the country’s industrialization journey following the inauguration of the Grandeur Ceramic Factory, describing it as a key step in advancing the “Made in Ethiopia” initiative.

“As part of our industrialization journey and a major milestone in advancing the ‘Made in Ethiopia’ initiative, the inauguration of the Grandeur Ceramic Factory this morning stands as a practical demonstration that our movement will steadily expand across the country attracting international investments,” he said.

The factory is expected to produce ceramic products that meet international standards of quality and competitiveness, while sourcing more than 80 percent of its raw materials locally.

According to the Prime Minister, this will strengthen Ethiopia’s capacity to utilize its natural resources while significantly reducing dependence on imported goods.