Message from the President

Gebreyesus IgataIn the world of business readiness to face challenges in a virtue. Success in business is built on such an attitude combined with the quality of perseverance, diligence, integrity and resourcefulness. In our own case, the living proof for this is the rapid transformation of what started as a one-man retailing operation into a sophisticated and reputable trading house engaged in diversified business activities. The pillar for this process of rapid growth has been and still remains our human resource, without whose dedication, ingenuity and bold initiatives the Company wouldn't have registered its impressive growth record. An equally important contribution to our company's growth has been made by our esteemed customers whose unwavering support and loyalty have been the driving engines for the diversification and expansion of our business operations.

Ethiopia is endowed with a variety of untapped resources and enormous business opportunities. With a population nearing 60 million, the country offers a substantial market for industrial and agricultural goods. In particular, it has ample potential for turning into an investment haven for those who dare to embark on join ventures. With greater comitmment to enhancing national growth, GIFT Trading PLC is making vigorous preparation for investing in the construction industry through the production of strategic building materials such as cement and corrugated iron sheets, dealing in vehicles and earth moving equipment, and the consolidation and expansion of its real estate development ventures. GIFT Trading PLC looks forward to forming fruitful and mutually beneficial partnership in the above areas with domestic and international investors.

GIFT Trading PLC would like to take this opportunity to express once again its appreciation to all those who have contributed to the rapid growth of the Company. With the support we have been enjoying from you all, we are confident that we can significantly contribute to making prosperity accessible to all.

Gebreyesus Igata