Welcome to the gateway of innovation in Ethiopia’s capital market. The Ethiopian Capital Market Regulatory Sandbox, a pioneering initiative by the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA), in collaboration with the Innovative Finance Lab (IFL), offers a dynamic platform for both emerging and established firms to test groundbreaking capital market products, services and business models.
Here, innovation meets opportunity in a controlled environment, designed to balance bold new ideas with meticulous regulatory oversight.
Whether you’re a startup aiming to disrupt traditional financial market paradigms or an existing institution seeking to pioneer new technologies in capital market service provision, the sandbox provides the tools and guidance necessary to refine your innovations safely and efficiently.
Navigate the complexities of capital market regulations with direct support from the ECMA
Test your innovations in a secure setting without the immediate pressures of full-scale market deployment.
Accelerate your path from concept to market with tailored advice and reduced bureaucratic hurdles.
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 register below.
Be part of a groundbreaking event where industry leaders and experts will gather to explore the future of capital markets. Don’t miss your chance to connect, learn, and engage with key players in the industry. Reserve your spot now!