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Why Understanding Digital Public Infrastructures Matters for Ethiopia’s DFS Evolution

Ethiopia’s digital future depends on building strong digital public infrastructures now.

Rethinking ‘Small’ to Onboard MSMEs into Ethiopia’s Digital Finance

Defining MSMEs has been nearly as challenging as supporting them ever since the acronym became popular in the 90s.

Regulation on Digital Lending Long overdue in Ethiopia

Educating the public about digital lending procedures and safe borrowing should not be the responsibility of loan defaulters.

Redesigning Payment Confirmation for Ethiopia's Unique Needs

The ease, convenience, and speed with which transactions are confirmed play a major role in driving the adoption of digital financial services in Ethiopia.

The Numbers Don’t Lie: Ethiopia’s Gender Gap in Digital Financial Services Runs Deep

Cultural norms that prioritize men’s access to resources and decision-making further marginalize women in the digital and financial spheres.

What Ethiopian Banks Can Do to Increase Digital Financial Adoption

Commercial banks have significant opportunities to drive DFS adoption from within.

Financial Inclusion Goes Beyond Just Opening New Accounts

A bank account opened by physically visiting a branch and later linked to a phone is not the end goal of financial inclusion.

The Promise, Peril of Equb in Ethiopia’s Financial Ecosystem

Viewing Equb through a different lens could transform the traditional practice into an alternative to conventional lending, merging tradition with innovation to empower financial inclusion.