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Ethiopian Banks Rushing for the Capital Market Badge Without a Map

Ethiopia’s banks are racing into capital markets, just as they did with branches, ATMs, and skyscrapers. But without skills, governance, and investor trust, could we be setting the market up to fail?

AI Innovation Takes Centre Stage at Kifiya and Mastercard Foundation’s Third Knowledge Series

Kifiya and Mastercard Foundation's Third Knowledge Series will tackle a crucial financial question: can AI, policy, and market reform bridge the inclusion gap or will innovation keep outpacing access?

Three Ethiopian Green Entrepreneurs Win Awards in UK-Backed Climate Initiative

Through the Green Future Africa program, three youth-led enterprises, making products from invasive plants, banana fibers, and recycled textiles have received funding, training, and market access.

Ethiopian Agri-Startup Guaro Farms Advances as Finalist in GoGettaz 2025 Competition

Ethiopian agribusiness Guaro Farms is a Top 13 finalist in the 2025 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize, recognized for its innovative spice-processing nano-factories aiming to transform farmers’ livelihoods.

Ethiopia’s Sovereign Fund Makes First International Bet on Boutique Scandinavian Gold Miner

Ethiopian Investment Holdings has taken its first step into international markets, acquiring a 7.4% stake in Scandinavian-based Akobo Minerals for $3m.

Merging with Dignity: Lessons for Ethiopia’s Private Banks from Truist

Ethiopia’s private banks were built on trust, not by Wall Street veterans. Now, a 5-billion-birr capital rule, foreign competition, and tight regulations are forcing a shift from legacy to structure.

MinT Launches Tech Addis Expo to Attract Global AI, BPO, and Cloud Investments

The Ministry of Innovation and Technology launches Future Tech Addis, an ambitious 3-year initiative aiming to attract 1,000 global tech companies and boost Ethiopia’s innovation landscape.

Ethiopia’s Green Transport Crusade Spawns Market for Fuel-Saving Technology Company

Stricter vehicle emission rules are coming to Ethiopia. A new fuel enhancer promises to reduce emissions by 80% and improve fuel efficiency by 30%, arming drivers with tools for new laws.