Addis Ababa raises public transport tariffs effective 16 March 2026
- Addis Ababa Transport Bureau revised public transport tariffs after the latest retail fuel price increase.
- New tariffs take effect on 16 March 2026 across minibuses, midibuses, city buses, and Bajaj services.
- Minibus taxi fares remain 10 ETB up to 2.5 kilometers and rise to 55 ETB for 20 kilometers.
- Midibus fares are set at 15 ETB up to 8 kilometers and 45 ETB for 28 kilometers.
- City bus fares start at 10 ETB up to 7.5 kilometers and rise to 70 ETB for 50 kilometers.
- Bajaj services will keep a flat 10 ETB fare across all routes in Addis Ababa.
- The Bureau said operators charging above legal rates face enforcement; violations can be reported via hotline 9417.
why it matters?
The tariff revision raises commuting costs for households and workers in Addis Ababa from 16 March 2026. It also sets updated fare ceilings for transport operators following the recent fuel price increase.