Bitcoin mining hosting in Ethiopia
Ethiopia offers some of the cheapest hydro power in mining, and Bull Miners hosts there from $0.0080/kWh at 1 available site. But read the risks first: in September 2026 the state utility EEP cut miners to 23% of contracted power during a drought, issues no new contracts, and raises its crypto tariff every year to 2028.
Country data checked 2 November 2026 · live rates updated hourly
Our Ethiopia sites (live)
| Site | Power rate | Monitored uptime | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethiopia | $0.0080/kWh | 99.10% | Available |
Power is billed on actual kWh and deducted from your miner's earnings; net earnings are credited to your balance daily. See hosting terms.
Ethiopia mining at a glance
Public data, checked 2 November 2026. Sources linked.
| Factor | Ethiopia |
|---|---|
| Power source | ~95% hydro; GERD supplies over half · source |
| Utility crypto tariff | 4 US¢/kWh base from Dec 2025, rising to 5¢ then 6.5¢ by Jul 2027–28 · source |
| Current supply | Rationed to 23% of contracted power (15 Sep 2026) · source |
| New contracts | None since August 2025 · source |
| Share of global hashrate | 1.6% (#10), down 35% QoQ, Q4 2026 · source |
| Climate | Addis Ababa annual mean 17 °C — excellent for air cooling |
Who Ethiopia suits
Only for customers who accept materially lower uptime in exchange for a very low rate, and who can move machines elsewhere if supply worsens.
Cooling
The highland climate suits air-cooled machines; heat is not the problem here — power availability is.
Key risks
- Live rationing: supply was cut to 23% of contract in September 2026 and EEP has threatened outright termination if drought worsens.
- Contracts carry no supply guarantee or penalty for climate-related interruptions.
- The tariff steps up each year to 2028, so today's economics won't hold for a multi-year term.
Machines we recommend for Ethiopia
| Model | Hashrate | Power | Price | Why |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bitmain Antminer S21 XP (270Th) | 270Th/s | 3,645 W | $2,907.00 | Air-cooled, 13.5 J/TH — suits the cool highland climate |
| Canaan Avalon A16XP-300T (300 Th) | 300Th/s | 3,850 W | $3,570.00 | 12.8 J/TH air-cooled alternative |
Estimate profit at Ethiopia rates with the mining calculator or compare all models on profitability.
Mining hosting in Ethiopia — questions
Is Ethiopia still good for Bitcoin mining in 2026?
The power is cheap and green, but supply is the issue. A weak 2026 rainy season led EEP to ration miners to 23% of contracted power on 15 September 2026, and it stopped signing new mining contracts in August 2025. Price looks great; uptime currently does not.
What does electricity cost for miners in Ethiopia?
EEP's time-of-use tariff for miners started at a 4 US¢/kWh base in December 2025 and steps up to 5¢ and then 6.5¢ by 2027–28, with reductions if availability falls below 70%. Hosting rates include the host's own costs on top.
Why does rain affect mining in Ethiopia?
Over 90% of Ethiopia's electricity depends on river inflows to hydro dams. When the June–September Kiremt rains fail, reservoir levels fall and miners — last in line — are curtailed first.
Can I move my miner out of Ethiopia later?
Yes — you own the hardware. Contact support for a relocation quote to another Bull Miners site; logistics and customs from Ethiopia take longer than from most locations.