2008
The National Planning Commission is re-established.
Ministry of National Strategy
The federal institution responsible for Ethiopia’s national plan, public investment, and monitoring and evaluation.
MinisterH.E. Bereket FesehatsionWhat the ministry does
The Ministry of National Strategy is the federal institution responsible for national planning, public investment management, and the monitoring and evaluation of development plans, policies, programmes and projects.
Policy analysis and guidance
The Ministry of National Strategy conducts policy analysis and provides guidance on various aspects of development, including economic development, social development, demographic development, spatial development, environmental development, and institutional development. Through comprehensive research and analysis, the ministry formulates policies to promote sustainable and inclusive development.
Evaluation and monitoring
The ministry conducts periodic evaluations and monitoring of development plans to assess their progress and effectiveness. Through rigorous analysis and assessment, the ministry identifies areas of improvement, evaluates the impact of development interventions, and makes recommendations for future planning and implementation.
Project appraisal and selection
The ministry is responsible for appraising, reviewing, selecting, and prioritizing public development projects. It ensures that these projects align with the medium and long-term national development goals and targets. Through a comprehensive evaluation process, the ministry ensures that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively to projects that contribute significantly to social and economic development.
Monitoring and evaluation of projects
The ministry carries out monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of public development projects to ensure their successful implementation. By assessing project performance, identifying challenges, and recommending corrective measures, the ministry aims to enhance project outcomes and maximize their impact on national development.
Stakeholder engagement and coordination
The ministry engages and coordinates with various stakeholders, including government agencies, international organizations, civil society, and the private sector. By fostering partnerships and collaboration, the ministry promotes synergies and coordinated efforts towards achieving national development objectives.
Knowledge sharing and best practices
The ministry organizes and facilitates the sharing of best practices observed in development project implementation. By promoting experience sharing across different sectors, the ministry encourages effective collaboration and learning among stakeholders. This fosters innovation, efficiency, and effectiveness in the planning and execution of development projects.
Vision
Our vision is to make Ethiopia an African beacon of prosperity, where the aspirations and dreams of its people are realized, and every citizen enjoys a high quality of life. Mission
Plan
Preparing medium- and long-term national development plans.
Invest
Appraising, selecting and prioritising policies, programmes and projects.
Measure
Regular monitoring and evaluation of plans, policies, programmes and projects.
Values
History
2021
The Ten-Year Development Plan, 2021–2030, is published by the Planning and Development Commission.
October 2026
Renamed the Ministry of National Strategy (MoNS). H.E. Bereket Fesehatsion is appointed Minister.
Leadership
All leadership
Affiliated institutions
Institutions accountable to the ministry.
