Zemen Bank Partner in Celebrating International Day of Women in Diplomacy.

Zemen Bank proudly partners with Women in Diplomacy Network in Ethiopia (WIDEN) to celebrate International Day of Women in Diplomacy held on 18 June 2026 at the Sheraton Addis Hotel. Organized by (WIDEN) in collaboration with International Gender Champions, the event brought together ambassadors, senior government officials, representatives of international organizations, and leaders from the […]

Strong Organizational Capacity Needed to Successfully Implement Bank Capitalization, Mergers and Acquisitions

“Strong organizational capacity is essential for the successful implementation of bank capitalization, mergers, and acquisitions,” said economics professor Alemayehu Geda. Speaking at a panel discussion organized by Zemen Bank on June 11, 2026, Professor Alemayehu Geda explained that mergers among banks can help increase capital, reduce costs, strengthen technological capabilities and create competitive institutions. He […]

Zemen Bank Extends Congratulations to Ethiopian Airlines on Its 80th Anniversary.

A delegation of senior management members of Zemen Bank, led by Ato Dereje Zebene, Chief Executive Officer, visited Ethiopian Airlines on June 2, 2026 to convey their congratulations on the Airline’s successful achievement of its 80th anniversary. Speaking on the occasion, Ato Dereje Zebene stated that Ethiopian Airlines, a source of pride for the nation, […]

Zemen Bank to Work Closely with the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute to further Modernize Its Operations.

Zemen Bank announced that it will work closely with the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute to further modernize its operations. The announcement was made during a working visit by the bank’s senior executives to the Institute, where both institutions held their first round of discussions on potential collaboration in applying artificial intelligence technologies within the financial […]

Zemen Bank and European Investment Bank Strengthen Climate Finance Collaboration

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Zemen Bank agreed to strengthen their collaboration under the Green Financial Systems Technical Assistance Programme.This collaborative project was officially launched in April 2024 and aims to strengthen the bank’s capacity in climate-related risks and green financing. EIB reaffirmed their continued commitment to supporting Zemen Bank in advancing sustainable finance […]

Zemen Bank Partners with IATA Focus Africa Conference

Zemen Bank demonstrated its strategic partnership with aviation sector through sponsoring regional conference organized by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in Addis Ababa which brought together participants from various international institutions, including Ethiopian Airlines. The conference titled IATA Focus Africa with a theme “Elevating Aviation Safety, Connectivity, and Operational Efficiency in Africa”, was officially […]

“Ethiopia’s Financial Sector Reforms Have Played a Significant Role in Supporting the Aviation Industry” Michael Tsegaye

Zemen Bank Chief Wholesale Banking Officer, Michael Tsegaye, says Ethiopia’s financial sector reform has supported the entire aviation ecosystem. Speaking at the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Focus Africa Conference in Addis Ababa, Michael presented a compelling vision of Ethiopia’s evolving financial landscape and its direct benefits for the Private sector.Citing the country’s sweeping macroeconomic […]

Zemen Bank Recognized as the First Premium MasterCard Provider

Zemen Bank has received recognition from MasterCard for its service as the first issuer of Premium MasterCard in Ethiopia, which it has been offering for the past 5 years. Mr. Shehryar Ali, Vice President and Country Manager of East Africa and Indian Ocean Islands at MasterCard, handed over the award to Ato Dereje Zebene, CEO […]