Ethiopia’s Biggest Private Insurer Integrates MPESA

Awash Insurance customers will now be able to make premium payments, and other insurance-related transactions directly via M-PESA.

Is Electronic Waste Quietly Poisoning Ethiopia?

One in three children in Ethiopia is exposed to lead poisoning. The country generated nearly 88 million kilograms of E-waste in 2022, which was the highest in East Africa.

Wegagen Bank Drops HelloCash in Favor of E-Birr

​Belcash Technology Solutions had been the technology partner of Wegagen's mobile money platform since 2018.

Why Fair Competition is Crucial for Ethiopia's Financial Inclusion Crusade

The common notion that "competition fosters quality" holds particularly true in the digital financial services (DFS) landscape.

Our Favorite Stories from 2024

In celebration of the new year, Shega Media’s editorial team reflects on some of our favorite stories from the past year.

The Fiscal Administration of a City: The Case of Addis Ababa with Intra-Continental Insights

The 33 billion birr invested in corridor development last year, a figure that could potentially double this year, was fully funded by the City Administration.

Reimagining Interoperability for Inclusive Payment Systems

EthSwitch is increasingly being assigned major responsibilities by the central bank to realize financial inclusivity targets.

High-Level Starbucks Delegation Visits Ethiopia Under the Radar

Brazil, Starbucks' largest coffee supplier, is experiencing severe droughts that are affecting production. This global disruption could present a favorable opportunity for Ethiopia.