Security guard services
Security Guard Services in Ethiopia
Addis Ababa is the country’s main commercial and diplomatic center and is home to the headquarters of the African Union and many international organizations. Corporate offices, banks and hotels are clustered around Bole, Kazanchis and Africa Avenue, while modern shopping centers and restaurants are found in Bole, Sarbet and CMC.
Security Considerations in Ethiopia
A program in Ethiopia mostly covers offices, bank branches, stores inside shopping centers and hotels in Addis Ababa. Many buildings and shopping centers run their own screening at the entrance, so tenant security officers need Post Orders that set out how they coordinate with building security. Amharic is the main working language, and English is needed at international organizations, hotels and stores that serve foreign customers.
Traffic congestion in Addis Ababa affects shift changes and supervisor visits. Holidays such as Meskel, Christmas (Genna), Timkat and the Ethiopian New Year change store hours and the movement of people, and international conferences held in Addis Ababa create additional security demand. Coverage plans should include relief officers, reinforcement for holidays and conferences, and clear procedures for exterior posts during the kiremt rainy season.
- Bole
- Kazanchis
- Africa Avenue
- Bole Medhanealem
- Edna Mall
- Sarbet
- CMC
- Megenagna
- Piassa
- Merkato
How Coverage Works in Ethiopia
McCray designs the program, and officers follow McCray Post Orders.
Private Security Regulation in Ethiopia
In Ethiopia, the licensing and registration requirements for private security companies and security officers are confirmed before work begins.
Cities in Ethiopia
- Addis Ababa
- Adama
- Dire Dawa
- Hawassa
- Bahir Dar
- Gondar
Coverage in other cities, including Bishoftu, Jimma and Lalibela, is arranged on request.
Regions and City Administrations of Ethiopia
- Afar
- Amhara
- Benishangul-Gumuz
- Central Ethiopia
- Gambela
- Harari
- Oromia
- Sidama
- Somali
- South Ethiopia
- South West Ethiopia Peoples
- Tigray
- Addis Ababa (city administration)
- Dire Dawa (city administration)
Frequently Asked Questions
What Languages Do the Officers Speak?
All officers speak Amharic. Officers with working English are assigned to high-end stores, hotels and office reception desks, and the required level is stated in the Post Orders for each site.
See the Africa overview for other countries.
Talk to Us About Coverage in Ethiopia
Call (833) 832-6647 or request a security assessment online.