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Ethio Telecom unveils teleStream to transform media landscape and fixed broadband delivery
reduced latency. It added that teleStream is designed to prioritise local content while also offering international programming, supporting cultural values and broad accessibility for Ethiopian households.
Ethio Telecom emphasised that the platform creates new opportunities for media stakeholders, including broadcasters, production companies and advertisers. It said the service reduces dependence on costly satellite infrastructure and foreign currency expenditure, while enabling targeted advertising and new revenue streams for content creators.
Ethio Telecom has launched teleStream, aiming to reshape the media sector while modernising fixed broadband through fibre and zero-touch digital operations.
Ethio Telecom has announced the launch of teleStream, a new Internet-based content streaming service, alongside a Zero-touch digital system designed to modernise fixed broadband delivery across Ethiopia.
The company said the initiative forms part of its Next Horizon: Digital & Beyond 2028 strategy, which focuses on Digital Transformation, inclusion and economic growth. Executives explained that the strategy is intended to expand access to digital services, create jobs and
Ethio Telecom stated that it is accelerating its shift beyond basic connectivity to become a global competitor in digital solutions and telebirr financial services. strengthen the operator’ s position within Africa’ s digital ecosystem.
Ethio Telecom stated that it is accelerating its shift beyond basic connectivity to become a global competitor in digital solutions and telebirr financial services. The company added that these efforts are expected to unlock new economic opportunities across multiple sectors.
According to the operator, teleStream leverages its existing fibre, 4G and 5G infrastructure, alongside telecloud and the telebirr payment ecosystem, to deliver enhanced streaming experiences. The service offers more than 60 live television channels and over 350 videoon-demand titles, accessible through fixed broadband or SIM-enabled devices using a set-top box.
The company noted that the platform removes reliance on satellite dishes, providing stable, weather-resistant streaming with improved quality and
The operator also highlighted benefits for businesses such as hotels, stating that teleStream enables high-quality entertainment delivery without complex installations. It added that the platform can support education, healthcare and government communication by distributing digital learning materials and public information nationwide.
In addition, Ethio Telecom said teleStream contributes to Smart City development by reducing satellite dish clutter and enhancing digital sovereignty through locally hosted content.
Alongside teleStream, the company confirmed significant progress in upgrading its broadband infrastructure. It reported deploying over 14,000 km of metro fibre and migrating more than 79,000 customers from copper networks to fibre connections.
Ethio Telecom added that its‘ Fiber to the Room’ service delivers high-speed connectivity directly to specific areas within homes or businesses, supporting advanced applications such as Artificial Intelligence, cloud services and smart home technologies. •
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