Women Who Move Markets: Advancing Women’s Participation in Ethiopia’s Capital Market

The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Women and Social Affairs (MoWSA) and FSD Ethiopia, is convening the “Women Who Move Markets” Symposium. The symposium brings together women leaders from across the business and financial sectors, including Women CEOs, Managing Directors and Founders of Share Companies, PLCs and commercial enterprises; […]
Advancing Issuers’ Understanding of Post-Registration Obligations

The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) conducted a training session for issuers on Post-Registration Obligations, focusing on the key regulatory requirements that apply after securities registration. The session covered ongoing information disclosure, periodic reporting, key post-registration regulatory areas, and other important compliance requirements. The training aims to strengthen issuers’ awareness and understanding of the Public […]
ECMA Reviews Capital Market Progress with Market Participants

The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) held its annual review meeting with licensed investment banks and securities dealers to assess progress made over the past year and strengthen collaboration in advancing Ethiopia’s capital market. Representatives of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) also participated in the meeting. The meeting featured presentations on key developments in licensing, […]
ECMA Celebrates 2026 Summer Camp and Investor Education Participants

The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) held a closing ceremony for participants of the 2026 Summer Camp and Online Investor Education Program, marking the completion of two important learning initiatives. Over two weeks, Summer Camp participants explored key areas of the capital market ecosystem, while the Online Investor Education Program provided a 12-week learning journey […]
Ethiopian Capital Market Authority leaves Its Green Legacy

Under the national national slogan, “Together, Let Us Plant Hope,” the management and staff of the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) proudly participated in the historic Green Legacy Initiative. The tree-planting campaign was further enriched by the enthusiastic participation of ECMA Summer Camp trainees, reflecting a shared commitment to building a greener and more sustainable […]
Bank of Abyssinia Joins ESX

The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority is pleased to welcome Bank of Abyssinia listing on the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) and takes pride in having contributed to the success of this key achievement.
Ethiopian Capital Market Authority Launches Second Summer Camp Program

The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) has launched its second Summer Camp Program for high-achieving final-year university students and recent graduates. The initiative is designed to enhance young people’s understanding of Ethiopia’s capital market and support the development of a new generation of informed and skilled market participants. Organized by the Authority, the two-week program […]
ECMA Reviews Performance and Sets Future Directions

The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) held a performance review and plan implementation meeting to assess its achievements during the 2018 Ethiopian fiscal year and discuss priorities for the 2019 Ethiopian fiscal year. The meeting brought together all ECMA staff to reflect on key accomplishments, review challenges, and align on strategic priorities to further strengthen […]
Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) Grants Licenses to Three New Capital Market Service Providers

The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) is proud to announce the granting of licenses to three (3) new capital market service providers (CMSPs) after a rigorous license application review process. In addition, the ECMA has approved the licensing of ten (10) Appointed Representatives and the appointment of fifteen (15) board directors of the three newly […]
Ethiopian Capital Market Investors Expo Successfully Concluded

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbQBCdNJMFY&t=52sThe Ethiopian Capital Market Authority successfully concluded the two-day Investors Expo held from June 19–20, 2026 with strong public participation and a significant number of visitors attending to learn more about investment opportunities in the capital market. We sincerely thank all stakeholders, exhibitors, and participants whose contributions helped make the Expo a meaningful and successful event. ECMA […]