The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has taken a significant step toward liberalizing the country's economy by issuing Directive No. FXD/04/2026. This new directive amends the previous FXD/01/2024 to further relax foreign exchange (FX) administration,…
The Bottom Line: The Commercial Code of 2021 marks a paradigm shift in Ethiopia - from "automatic liquidation" to "business rescue." However, the path to Reorganization is narrow. Missing the 45-day filing window or failing the "Clean Hands" test can…
The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has issued Directive No. SBB/95/2025, introducing a fully risk-based capital adequacy framework for Ethiopian banks. This directive marks one of the most significant regulatory shifts in the sector in over a decade…
Overview The Federal Government of Ethiopia has introduced a major reform to its investment incentive framework, marking a decisive policy shift from broad, automatic tax holidays toward a sector-specific, performance-based system. The reform aims to…
Quick Summary Ethiopia has just taken a historic step by opening its banking industry to foreign investors. The new Banking Business Proclamation No. 1360/2025 allows reputable international banks and investors to participate directly in Ethiopia’s f…
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