DFC considers support for Samuel Tafese’s upcoming Ethiopian Marriott
The multimillionaire businessman is currently building the brand’s second property in the capital.
24/10/2020 at 11h40, by Africa Business+
Those behind the future Marriott can expect to receive significant financing from US investors. In recent months, the Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has been considering a $50m contribution to Ethiopian businessman Samuel Tafese’s Sunshine Construction, the project operator.
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