Current Situation About Bitcoin Mining in Ethiopia
Dear Epic Miner,
On this page we want to share transparently the update with you regarding the current power situation at the Ethiopian mining facilities.
Below you will find all te original message of the Ethiopian government regarding the current curtailments due to "dry season" in the updates below:
Update 29-07-2026
Subject: Ethiopia update: It looks like our rain dance worked
Dear Epic Miners,
Have you checked the weather forecast in Ethiopia lately?
Rain is expected over the coming days, so it looks like our rain dance may finally have paid off.
This is encouraging news, and we all hope the rainfall will help the water levels in the hydroelectric reservoirs recover as quickly as possible.
In case you missed our live Q&A about the situation in Ethiopia, you can watch the replay here:
During the presentation, we explained what is currently happening in Ethiopia, the different scenarios we are preparing for, the next steps we are taking, and what you can expect from us throughout the process.
During the live Q&A, Mitchell also introduced Scenario D.
Because he wants to support the clients affected by the situation in Ethiopia and give them the option to start mining at another location, Mitchell has made part of his personal inventory of Bitcoin mining machines at other locations available under special conditions.
Many clients have already taken advantage of this option and have either started mining at another location or are currently preparing to do so.
We want to emphasize that this option is 100% optional. You do not need to take any action, and you are free to wait for the situation in Ethiopia to improve.
We expect that the rain wil fill up the water reservoir and that we will gradually go back to our normal energy capacity.
However, for clients who prefer not to wait for rainfall to replenish the reservoirs and would rather take action now, this may be a very interesting option to explore.
You can schedule a call below to learn how it works and discuss the available locations and conditions.
International clients:
Dutch and Belgian clients:
>> Schedule a call with a Dutch-speaking colleague
We will continue working on the situation in Ethiopia and will keep you informed of any meaningful developments.
Epic Mining
Update 27-07-2026
- The current electricity restrictions were imposed by Ethiopian Electric Power and are affecting mining operators across the country.
- BWP issued a force majeure notice because these restrictions materially affect its ability to provide the contracted services.
- The 60-day period is intended for review and mitigation. It is not a guarantee that the situation will be fully resolved within that timeframe.
- Our team continues to work with local partners, authorities, advisers, and other mining operators while evaluating the available scenarios.
- The scenarios discussed during the webinar remain under review and should not be interpreted as confirmed outcomes or commitments.
During the webinar, Mitchell also shared that he is willing to make part of his personal inventory of machines available to affected clients under special conditions.
These are machines he originally acquired for himself and intended to use in his own mining operations during the next bull market. He has chosen to make part of this inventory available because he wants affected clients to feel looked after and to have an optional route to continue mining at another location.
Would you like to explore this option?
Schedule a call with our team to discuss the available options.
International clients:
https://start.epicmining.io/ethiopia-call-eng
Dutch /Belgian clients:
https://start.epicmining.io/ethiopia-call-nl
This is 100% optional.
We assure you that throughout the 60-day review period, we will continue evaluating all potential scenarios discussed during the live Q&A session.
We will also communicate any material developments as soon as more information becomes available.
Thank you for your patience and trust while we work through this situation.
Update 22-07-2026
- No energy hosting for periods when power is unavailable.
- Automatic extension of your hosting agreement by the duration of the outage.
- Continued evaluation of migration options to alternative hosting locations where feasible.
- Official Communication Letter from BWP Data Center and Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) (attached to this email).
- Water level monitoring of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD): https://dahiti.dgfi.tum.de/en/27208/water-level-altimetry/
Update 16-07-2026
Subject: We Are Actively Protecting Your Interests
Dear Epic Miner,
We want to reassure you that our priority remains protecting your mining operations and your long-term interests. Since the announcement of the temporary power restrictions, our management team has been working on multiple fronts to seek the restoration of our contracted electricity allocation.
In Ethiopia, there is a Bitcoin Mining Council, a lobby group comprising 24 bitcoin mining companies that maintains direct communication with both the Ethiopian government and Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP). We are actively engaging through these established channels to ensure that the concerns of our customers are heard and to advocate for the restoration of the power allocations that were contractually agreed.
These channels of communication have produced positive outcomes for the industry in the past, and we are doing everything we can to positively influence the current situation.
In parallel, the Bitcoin Mining Council is pursuing a formal legal appeal against both EEP and the relevant government authorities. Our position is straightforward: Epic Mining is not being allocated the electrical capacity to which it is contractually entitled, and we are taking the appropriate legal steps to protect our contractual rights and the interests of our customers.
While we cannot guarantee the outcome or the timeline of these efforts, please know that we are not simply waiting for the situation to resolve itself. We are actively engaging with the relevant stakeholders, advocating for our customers, and pursuing all available avenues to achieve the best possible outcome.
We understand the uncertainty and frustration this situation creates, and we sincerely appreciate your continued patience and trust. We will continue to provide updates as soon as there are any meaningful developments.
Update 13-07-2026
Subject: Additional Update on Ethiopia Power Restrictions
We know many of you are frustrated by the recent power restrictions, and we completely understand. We want to provide some additional context on why this is happening and what it may mean going forward.
Ethiopia relies primarily on hydroelectric power, so electricity production depends heavily on water levels in its reservoirs. Under normal conditions, the June–September rainy season replenishes these reservoirs, providing enough stored water for electricity generation throughout the rest of the year.
This year, however, the ongoing El Niño weather pattern has resulted in below-normal rainfall in many parts of the country. While the reservoirs are still receiving water, they are not expected to refill to their usual levels. As a result, Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) has reduced electricity allocations to large industrial users, including all Bitcoin mining data centers, to help maintain the stability of the national power grid.
Based on the information currently available, these restrictions could remain in place for several months, although no official timeline has been provided by EEP. The restrictions will likely remain until reservoir levels and the national power supply have recovered sufficiently.
We understand this is not the update anyone was hoping for. Please know that the situation is affecting all mining operators in Ethiopia, and our team is doing everything possible to maximize uptime with the power available while continuing to engage with EEP regarding the restoration of capacity.
We truly appreciate your patience and support during this challenging period. We will continue to share updates as soon as we receive new information.
Update 10-07-2026
Subject: Notice Regarding Temporary Reduction of Electricity Allocation by Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP)
Dear Valued Client,
We wish to inform you that Ethiopian Electric Power ("EEP") has officially notified Epic Mining, on or about July 10, 2026, along with other data mining customers, that due to the current hydrological conditions and reduced water levels affecting electricity generation, the power available to the entire data mining sector in Ethiopia will be significantly reduced.
According to EEP, the available electrical capacity allocated to data mining customers is expected to be temporarily reduced to approximately 23% of the contracted load until further notice. EEP has indicated that this measure is necessary to address the current shortage of electricity generation resulting from prevailing weather conditions and reduced hydroelectric production.
As a direct consequence of this decision, Epic Mining will be required to temporarily reorganize the allocation of available electrical capacity across its facilities. This process may include the redistribution of equipment between facilities, optimization of energized equipment, temporary suspension of certain units, and other operational measures designed to maximize the utilization of the available power.
At present, EEP has not communicated the expected duration of these measures or a timetable for the restoration of the contracted power allocation. Accordingly, customers should expect temporary operational disruptions, including possible interruptions to the operation of certain equipment while these adjustments are being implemented.
Our technical team is working diligently to minimize the impact of these measures and to maintain the highest possible level of operational continuity under the circumstances.
Epic Mining has already commenced discussions with EEP and continues to actively engage with the relevant authorities to seek restoration of the contracted electrical capacity as soon as practicable. We remain committed to protecting our customers' interests and to pursuing all appropriate commercial and legal avenues available to Epic Mining.
Please be assured that these circumstances arise from EEP's directive and are outside Epic Mining's reasonable control. Nevertheless, we are taking all reasonable steps to mitigate their impact to the greatest extent possible.
We will continue to closely monitor developments and will promptly notify you of any material changes, including any increase in the available electrical capacity or any further guidance received from EEP.
Should you have any questions regarding your equipment or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact your account manager.
For transparency and your reference, we have attached the official communication issued by Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) to data center operators in Ethiopia, which forms the basis for the operational measures described in this notice.
Kind regards,
Epic Mining Management
Epic Mining
Exhibit A
(Email from Ethiopian Electric Power – Notice Attached)
From: Mikias Wondimu
Date: Fri, July 10, 2026 at 11:58
Subject: Data Center Load Reduction Directive – Effective July 10, 2026
Dear All Data Center Companies,
As communicated by our senior management during our previous meeting, the prevailing El Niño conditions have resulted in a continued decline in reservoir levels at nearly all major hydropower plants. This has significantly reduced the availability of water for power generation, making it necessary to implement load reduction measures to help ensure the stability and reliability of the power supply throughout the Ethiopian 2019 fiscal year.
Accordingly, effective July 10, 2026, and subject to monthly review based on the assessed water levels of each dam, all data centers are required to limit their total data mining power consumption to 23% of their maximum current load. This directive applies uniformly to all data centers, and no exceptions will be granted.
We kindly request your full cooperation and strict adherence to the approved load allocation to support the effective management of the available power supply during this period.
Please be advised that failure to comply with this directive may result in the affected data center being disconnected from its feeder until compliance is achieved.
We appreciate your understanding, cooperation, and commitment as we work together to safeguard the reliability of the national power system under the current hydrological conditions.
Sincerely,
Mikias Wondimu
Director, National Load Dispatch Center
Tel: +251 912083375
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Update 17-06-2026
Subject: Update Ethiopia Farm
Dear Epic Miner,
We wanted to reach out with a quick update on the situation at our Ethiopian
facility.
We know the past few months have been challenging, and we appreciate your
patience. While there is no major news to share at this point, we want you to
know that we are actively on top of the situation. Every two weeks we have a
direct call with our contact in Ethiopia to stay informed on the latest
developments on the ground.
Our expectation remains that the power situation will improve toward the end
of this summer as the rainy season returns and hydroelectric capacity
recovers. We will keep you informed as soon as there are meaningful updates
to share.
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options, please don't hesitate to reach out. We are here.
Kind regards,
Epic Mining Customer Support
Update 26-05-2026
Subject: New Update about Ethiopian Situation
Dear Epic Mining Customers,
We would like to transparently share the current situation regarding power availability at our Ethiopian mining facilities and explain why temporary downtime is currently occurring.
The current situation is related to nationwide energy management measures during Ethiopia's dry season. During this period, hydroelectric power production is affected due to lower water availability, which results in temporary power curtailments across large energy consumers, including data centers and Bitcoin mining facilities.
Official communication received:
"Dear Valued Data Mining Customers,
Due to current supply-side constraints, all data centers are required to strictly adhere to the approved supply demand balance load shedding plan until further notice. This measure is necessary to ensure grid stability and applies to all facilities, including newly approved connections.
Operational limits:
16:00–22:00 (6h) → max 25% load
05:00–16:00 (11h) → max 50% load
22:00–05:00 (7h) → max 75% load
No exceptions will be granted."
Despite these temporary curtailments, the situation is beginning to show positive signals. Based on our communication with parties connected to the energy sector, expectations are that power availability will gradually improve over the coming months. We have already seen certain improvements compared to earlier periods. According to information shared with us by individuals connected to Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP), the current target is to restore operations back to 90%+ power capacity before the end of the summer season.
These developments are encouraging signals for the long term future of Bitcoin mining in Ethiopia and show that the country continues to actively support the sector while improving oversight and infrastructure stability.
Please note that the positive expectations mentioned above are not based on official public statements from Ethiopian Electric Power or the Ethiopian government. They are based on our own operational observations and information shared with us by individuals connected to these organizations. As such, this should not be interpreted as a guarantee or official promise, but rather as positive indications regarding the direction of the current situation.
As soon as we receive further updates, we will of course continue to share them transparently.
Kind Regards,
Team Epic Mining
Update 22-04-2026
Important Update: Implementation of Load-Shedding Schedule for Data Centers
''Dear Valued Data Mining Customers,
We hope this message finds you well. Due to current supply-side constraints, all data centers are required to strictly adhere to the approved supply–demand balance load-shedding plan until further notice. This measure is necessary to ensure grid stability and applies to all facilities, including newly approved connections.
Please find below the operational limits based on the load-shedding schedule:
· 75% Load Curtailment (16:00–22:00 | 6 hours): Data centers shall operate at a maximum of 25% of their approved maximum load during this period.
· 50% Load Curtailment (05:00–16:00 | 11 hours): Data centers shall operate at a maximum of 50% of their normal load during this period.
· 25% Load Curtailment (22:00–05:00 | 7 hours): Data centers shall operate at a maximum of 75% of their normal load during this period.
Please note that no exceptions will be granted, and all grid-connected data centers must comply with the above loading schedule. In the event of an emergency or system operational requirement, the Load Dispatch Center (LDC) system operator reserves the sole authority to instruct substations to modify the schedule as necessary.
We also wish to emphasize that exceeding the approved load or contravening the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) is strictly prohibited.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we work together to maintain a reliable and balanced power supply.
Best regards,
National Load Dispatch Center
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia