The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) has signed a $400,000 grant agreement with the African Development Bank.
The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) has signed a $400,000 grant agreement with the African Development Bank. This partnership marks a milestone in building a vibrant, resilient, and diversified Ethiopian Capital Market. Read more here
A Reminder !
ECMA Briefs Equity Bank on Ethiopia’s Capital Market
The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) held a meeting with Equity Bank, one of the largest banks in sub-Saharan Africa. During the meeting, the Group CEO of Equity Bank expressed the bank’s intention to enter the Ethiopian market and underscored the relevance of the capital market in shaping this decision. Ms. Hana Tehelku, Director General […]
ECMA and InfraCredit Sign MoU to Support the Development of Credit Guarantee Facility in Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, September 8, 2025 Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) and Infrastructure Credit Guarantee Company Limited (InfraCredit) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the establishment of a Credit Guarantee Facility in Ethiopia. Under the agreement, InfraCredit will provide technical expertise to prepare a concept paper on the feasibility of such a facility, […]
Attention
It is to be recalled that the public consultation on the Draft Directive on Collective Investment Schemes (CIS) will be held on September 16, 2025, at Addis Ababa University, Commerce Campus Hall, from 08:30 AM to 03:30 PM. Those interested in attending are kindly requested to fill the following registration form until September 14, 2025.
ECMA and Ethiopian Mediation and Arbitration Center (EMAC) discuss to Forge Partnerships to Strengthen Capital Market Dispute Resolution
Addis Ababa, July, 2025 – ECMA The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) held a productive discussion with the Ethiopian Mediation and Arbitration Center (EMAC) to explore ways of cooperation in enhancing dispute resolution mechanisms within the capital market. The meeting, led by ECMA Director General Hana Tehelku, was attended by senior management from the Ethiopian […]
Historic Launch: Ethiopia’s Capital Market Officially Opens Trading on the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX)
Ethiopia launches the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX), marking the first regulated trading of government and equity securities—an economic milestone led by ECMA under the Homegrown Reform Agenda.
ECMA, Ethiopian AI Institute, and PMO Advisor Discuss Support for Startups and SMEs
ECMA, the Ethiopian AI Institute, and the PMO Advisor held a meeting to support startups and SMEs by developing regulatory frameworks, financial tools, and tech collaborations that foster innovation and growth.
AfDB Approves $400,000 Grant to Boost Ethiopia’s Capital Market Development
We’re excited to announce that the African Development Bank Group has approved a $400,000 grant to support capital market development in Ethiopia!
The funding will strengthen ECMA’s infrastructure, support the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) in diversifying its offerings, and help build a transparent, resilient, and investor-ready market.
A heartfelt thank you to the African Development Bank for its continued partnership and support.
ECMA Hosts Stakeholder Session on Draft AML/CFT KYC Guidelines
The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) recently convened a stakeholder engagement session to discuss the draft Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Know Your Customer (KYC) Guidelines. The session brought together a broad spectrum of participants, including licensed capital market service providers, license applicants, and representatives from market infrastructure institutions. Notably, the […]