Chapa Secures Spot in Visa's Africa Fintech Accelerator Program

Fintech startup Chapa has been selected for the second cohort of Visa's Africa Fintech Accelerator program.

https://shega.co/post/chapa-secures-spot-in-visas-africa-fintech-accelerator-program/

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We are thrilled to announce the official launch of our platform, DFS Ethiopia Hub!

The platform, unveiled today, at a launch event at Hyatt Regency, brought together industry leaders and innovators.

We had a fantastic day filled with discussions from keynote speakers in the industry, including Munir Duri, Founder and CEO of Kifiya Financial Technology PLC, and Tewodros Tassew, a consultant specializing in financial services, technology, and innovation, all moderated by Kinfemichel Abraha CDFP, a certified digital finance practitioner.

Visit DFS Ethiopia Hub- https://digitalfinance.shega.co/

Safaricom Ethiopia Receives First Locally Made Network Towers

Safaricom Ethiopia has received its first batch of locally manufactured network towers from Woda Metal Manufacturing.

https://shega.co/post/safaricom-ethiopia-receives-first-locally-made-network-towers/

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Agricultural Education Goes Digital

QesBeQes project, an initiative aimed at modernizing agricultural education, has graduated five startups dedicated to digitizing agricultural training modules.

https://shega.co/post/agricultural-education-goes-digital/

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Hidden Transaction Charges Hamper Ethiopia’s Digital Financial Progress

Confused by hidden fees in your digital transactions? You’re not alone!

Ethiopia’s digital financial services are booming, but many providers aren’t transparent about their fees. This lack of transparency hinders trust, especially in countries like Ethiopia where financial inclusion is a work in progress.

Read the latest from AKOFADA published on the recently launched Ethiopia DFS Hub

https://digitalfinance.shega.co/insights/articles/hidden-transaction-charges-hamper-ethiopia-s-digital-financial-progress

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Can Emerging Technologies Impact Education in Ethiopia?

Tune in! This month's episode of EdTech Monday's radio show, airing later tonight, will focus on how emerging technologies can transform education in Ethiopia. Read our pre-airing article to get a peek at what will be discussed.

https://shega.co/post/can-emerging-technologies-impact-education-in-ethiopia/

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Second Chances On-Demand

Selamawit has gone from staying at home to being a trusted cook on GoodayOn, while Besufikad tripled his income as a ride-hailing driver.

Almost a decade after its emergence in Ethiopia, the gig economy is becoming a momentous force.

https://shega.co/post/second-chances-on-demand/

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WB-funded E-commerce Platform Targets to Reach 300,000 SMEs in Ethiopia

An ambitious project, funded by the World Bank, is developing an e-commerce platform with the goal of reaching 300,000 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the country.

https://shega.co/post/wb-funded-e-commerce-platform-targets-to-reach-300000-smes-in-ethiopia/

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Let's take a look at the evolution of Ethiopia's banking sector, from the initial establishment of modern banking practices in 1906 to its current state as a thriving industry, with commercial bank assets surpassing 3 trillion birr in 2022.

The remarkable growth of the sector reflects the nation's economic trajectory and the increasing significance of financial services in driving inclusive growth.

For valuable data and actionable insights, please visit https://digitalfinance.shega.co/

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How Ethiopia is Positioning Itself as a Competitive BPO Destination

“While McDonald’s doesn’t have a physical presence in Ethiopia, you might be surprised to learn some of their customer service calls are handled by an Ethiopian startup”.

An in-depth look into the emerging Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) sector in Ethiopia and how the country is trying to attract foreign companies seeking to outsource their operations.

https://shega.co/post/how-ethiopia-is-positioning-itself-as-a-competitive-bpo-destination/

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Ethiopia’s Largest Private Mini-Grid Lights up Refugee Camp

Humanitarian Energy (HumEn), a local private business, has inaugurated Ethiopia’s largest private-led mini-grid at the Sheder Refugee Camp in the Somali Regional State.

https://shega.co/post/ethiopias-largest-private-mini-grid-lights-up-refugee-camp/

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Partner Content

Over the past two decades, the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has witnessed a dynamic shift in participation in its Treasury bill auctions.  

While the number of bidders has demonstrably increased compared to earlier years, the data also reveals interesting patterns.  

Bidder participation peaked in 2013, reaching 604 bidders. However, subsequent years witnessed a notable slowdown, with a recovery in participation observed in 2021 at 403 bidders. 

What are your thoughts on this trend? Do recent developments suggest a return to peak participation levels? 

For valuable data and actionable insights, please visit       https://digitalfinance.shega.co/. #DigitalFinance #AKOFADA #FinancialInclusion #Ethiopia

African BPO Giant CCI Global to Resume Operations in Ethiopia

CCI Ethiopia, a local branch of CCI Global, one of the largest business outsourcing (BPO) companies in Africa, is set to resume operations after a temporary shutdown at the end of last year.

https://shega.co/post/african-bpo-gaint-cci-to-resume-operations-in-ethiopia/

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Are you loan-ready? This set of questions will walk you through the Development Bank of Ethiopia (DBE) lending requirements. Take the quiz to test your loan readiness!

Take the quiz and leave your responses below in the comment section.

Quiz 1: Loan Fundamentals (True or False) Test your knowledge of general loan eligibility criteria.
Quiz 2: Project Specifics (Multiple Choice): Dive deeper into project-specific requirements for loans like agro-processing and industrial ventures.

For valuable data and actionable insights on digital finance, please visit https://digitalfinance.shega.co/. #DigitalFinance #AKOFADA #FinancialInclusion #Ethiopia

Addis Ababa’s Startup Ecosystem Climbs to 10th in Africa: StartupBlink

The startup ecosystem in Addis Ababa has grown “considerably”, rising to 10th place in Africa in this year's Global Startup Ecosystem Index by StartupBlink.

https://shega.co/post/addis-ababas-startup-ecosystem-climbs-to-10th-in-africa-startupblink/

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Subscribe! to DFS Ethiopia Hub for real-time news, insightful regulatory analysis, and access to cutting-edge research from leading organizations. 

For valuable data and actionable insights on Digital Finance, please visit https://digitalfinance.shega.co/data-hub/dashboard #DigitalFinance #AKOFADA #FinancialInclusion #Ethiopia

Addis Ababa’s Vital Registration Embraces Telebirr

The Addis Ababa Civil Registration & Residency Service Agency (CRRSA) is transitioning to a cashless system accepting payments only through telebirr starting next year.

https://shega.co/post/addis-ababas-vital-registration-embraces-telebirr/

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In regions hosting refugees, access to traditional banking services can be a challenge. Digital financial services (DFS) are emerging as a potential solution in Ethiopia's Somali region, which is home to a large refugee population exceeding 200,000.

For valuable data and actionable insights on Digital Finance, please visit https://digitalfinance.shega.co/data-hub/dashboard #DigitalFinance #AKOFADA #FinancialInclusion #Ethiopia