General Manager's Message

General Manager, Urban Revenue Reform Project Office
Ministry of Urban and Infrastructure, Ethiopia

The government is actively addressing urban challenges, aiming to strengthen revenue sources and improve infrastructure and social services. Efforts are underway to modernize revenue systems, reduce reliance on subsidies, and establish sustainable income streams and borrowing capabilities.

Our office is tasked with enhancing city revenue systems through a participatory and efficient model, empowering cities for stable, inclusive and sustainable growth. We work with stakeholders to create an enabling environment for effective urban revenue reform.

We are analyzing existing revenue streams, conducting surveys and strengthening institutional capacity in line with national policies and global best practices. Experiences from sample cities will help inform broader national strategies.

Recognizing the importance of land-related revenue, we are working to strengthen urban land institutions, modernize land archives and leverage modern technology. Major urban revenue sources are being legally structured and piloted in selected cities.