Ethiopia’s Wallet Boom Has Turned Apps into Money

Regulation, often framed as a barrier, is the framework for payments at scale. It defines how value is issued, balances are protected, transactions are settled, and accountability is enforced.

EdTech in Practice: Lessons from a Fellowship Pitch in Addis Ababa

From AI tutoring to SMS-based school platforms, Ethiopia’s EdTech ecosystem is experimenting with different paths to reach displaced and underserved learners.

How Bank of Abyssinia Is Advancing Interest-Free Banking

Interest-free banking in Ethiopia took years to gain traction. Today, BoA’s AbyssiniaAmeen IFB service stands out, mobilizing over 43.4 billion Birr from 2.1 million customers nationwide.

A $5 Million Vote of Confidence in Teff: The Story of Lovegrass Ethiopia

A decade ago, a former investment banker bet on teff, Ethiopia’s ancient grain. Today, a $5 million loan backs that vision, and a business built on origin, not reinvention.

Ethiopia Expands Market-Based FX Policies in Far-Reaching Central Bank Move

Ethiopia’s central bank has unveiled a new FX directive easing remittances, education and medical payments abroad, and introducing forward FX trading.

New Report Charts Future of Africa-India Cooperation Across Tech, Trade and Health

A new report calls a reimagining of Africa-India relations charting a path to deeper cooperation on infrastructure, AI, green energy, and health, with a 50-year strategic vision.