23rd Edition Connected Banking Summit Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025 – Ethiopia

The 23rd Edition Connected Banking Summit Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025 is set to take place on August 13, 2025, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, bringing together key stakeholders from the banking, financial services, and insurance sectors to explore the future of digital banking in Ethiopia.

As Ethiopia advances toward its Digital Ethiopia 2025 vision, this summit serves as a premier platform to drive dialogue, partnerships, and strategies that foster financial inclusion and digital transformation.

This year’s theme, “Innovating Financial Services for a Digitally Inclusive Ethiopia,” emphasizes how the country’s financial institutions, fintech companies, and regulators are harnessing innovation to overcome infrastructure barriers, expand access, and deliver inclusive digital services at scale.

Recognizing Innovation: The Awards Spotlight

A key feature of this year’s Connected Banking Summit Ethiopia is the highly anticipated Innovation & Excellence Awards, which celebrate the organizations and individuals driving Ethiopia’s digital financial transformation. These prestigious awards shine a spotlight on those leading the charge in innovation, security, financial inclusion, and customer experience.

Join us to witness the recognition of industry pioneers shaping the future of banking and financial services in Ethiopia.

Proudly Sponsored By: We are honored to have Kaspersky as the Lead Sponsor, lending its global cybersecurity leadership to support resilient and secure digital financial systems in Ethiopia. We also welcome Backbase as the Associate Sponsor, a key player empowering banks to create seamless, digital-first customer journeys across Africa.

Why Attend?

This landmark event promises:

• Pioneering insights into digital transformation strategies tailored to Ethiopia’s unique landscape.
• In-depth discussions on the rise of mobile banking and digital payments for financial inclusion.
• Strategies to build secure and resilient digital infrastructures.
• Opportunities for collaboration between banks, fintechs, and industry leaders to accelerate innovation.

Key Topics Include:

• Mobile Banking for Financial Inclusion
• Cyber Resilience Strategies
• AI and Chatbots in Customer Service
• The Digital Payments Revolution
• Open Banking and Fintech Collaborations

Event Highlights:

• Networking Opportunities: Engage with C-suite executives, decision-makers, and BFSI leaders.
• Panel Discussions & Keynotes: Gain exclusive insights from industry experts.
• Showcasing Solutions: Explore the latest in banking technologies and digital tools.
• Awards Ceremony: Celebrate trailblazers and digital banking excellence.

Be part of the conversations shaping the future of Ethiopia’s financial sector.

For More Information and Registration

Visit the Connected Banking Summit website to register and learn more.

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Contact Us for Queries

• Mohammed Thoufiq
• Email: info@intercsa.com
• Phone: +44 20 3808 8625