EthERNet was launched to build and deliver highly interconnected and high-performance networks for universities and other Educational and Research Institutions in Ethiopia. More specifically, EthERNet was aimed to build and deliver high performance networking that connected these institutions with each other and similar institutions in the world, and by doing this to enable them to share educational resources and collaborate both within Ethiopia and globally.

Currently EthERNet has a network with 1Gbs/sec or better bandwidth that ties many of the established universities in Ethiopia. In addition, a big project to build the next generation network that would provide 10GBit/sec to each of the public universities and interconnecting them, has been launched. This network which will provide a very high performing, robust network that will be build to minimize single points of failure through the use of network rings in various parts of the network. It is being built not only to provide the bandwidth that is currently needed but to also provide capacity for a very dynamic growth that will demand higher bandwidths in the coming years.

In a groundbreaking move to enhance connectivity and foster collaboration within Ethiopia’s academic landscape, EthERNet, a prominent member of the National Research and Education Network (NREN), has successfully deployed eduroam services across 15 universities. The initiative aims to provide seamless and secure internet access to students, faculty, and staff, revolutionizing the digital experience within these educational institutions.

The 15 universities benefiting from this transformative deployment include Debre Birhan University, Arbaminch University, Haramaya University, Dilla University, Arsi University, Injibara University, Addis Ababa University, Dire Dawa University, Assosa University, Adama Science and Technology University, Wachamo University, Jigjiga University, Jinka University, Gambela University, and Samara University.

Implementation of High Performance Computing for Educational and Research purposed for Science and Higher Education institutions including Ethiopian Universities, Vocational and Training centers and Research Centers.