Revenue, Customs Launch Eight New Tech Systems

Oct 12 , 2025


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The Ministry of Revenues and the Ethiopian Customs Commission have unveiled eight digital systems designed to modernize tax and customs operations. The launch took place during the 7th Honest Taxpayers Recognition and Awards Program at the Addis Abeba International Convention Center, attended by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD). The new platforms include the Ethiopian Electronic Cargo Tracking System, Smart Customs Border Control System, AI-based Customs Chatbot, AI-powered Passenger Risk Management System, Electronic Receipt Management System, Electronic Clearance, Electronic Tax Refund System, and the Customs Revenue Collection Performance Monitoring System. Officials say the technologies seeks to boost efficiency, transparency, and security across revenue and customs services.


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