DEMERA Chairman Shares Insights on Ethiopia’s Digital Economy on ETV News
- Demera Digital
- Jul 2
- 1 min read
We are pleased to share that our Chairman, Mr. Tewodros (Teddy) Guday, was featured on ETV's June 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM news, providing key insights on Ethiopia’s digital economy and its role in shaping the country's development.
During the interview, Mr. Tewodros emphasized the transformative impact of the digital economy in driving economic growth, job creation, innovation, and public service delivery. He stressed that to fully harness these benefits, Ethiopia must invest in digital infrastructure, education, and forward-thinking regulatory frameworks, while ensuring inclusivity and cybersecurity remain at the forefront.
Drawing on global experiences, Mr. Tewodros highlighted how Ethiopia can learn from Finland and other Scandinavian countries, recognized as global leaders in building resilient, inclusive, and highly advanced digital economies. Their success in integrating digital technologies across public services, education, innovation, and governance offers valuable lessons for Ethiopia’s digital transformation journey.
Watch the full interview below
Tewodros (Teddy) Guday is a multi-talented technology leader with over 20 years of experience advancing digital transformation, cybersecurity, and cloud adoption across Europe and Africa. He serves as Chairman of DEMERA, where he drives digital skills development and innovation partnerships, and as Chief Specialist at Finland’s Digital Agency, leading national programs in secure infrastructure, modern work environments, and digital identity.
Teddy is also co-founder of several initiatives, including the Ethiopian Information System Audit Association (EISAA) and the CyberSeQuality podcast, promoting cybersecurity awareness across Africa. He holds advanced degrees in Leadership and Information Systems and is a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).