Ethiopia's manufacturing sector is currently undergoing a rapid transformation, with a significant focus on expanding its domestic steel and ferroalloy production to reduce import dependency. However, the industry faces challenges due to the variability of local raw ore quality and the high energy costs associated with smelting processes in the East African highlands.
The adoption of high-quality carbon raiser is becoming critical for local plants aiming to optimize carbon recovery rates. Many facilities are transitioning from traditional coke to more efficient agents to maintain thermal stability in their electric arc furnaces.
Furthermore, the demand for steel wire rod production is surging due to massive infrastructure projects across Addis Ababa and beyond, putting pressure on the upstream smelting industry to deliver consistent material grades and higher purity alloys.
