Enat Bank Hosts GABV Africa Regional Meeting in Ethiopia for the First Time

Enat Bank has officially launched the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV) Africa Regional Meeting at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Addis Ababa, marking the first time Ethiopia has hosted the event. Running through October 22, 2026, the historic summit brings together regional and international value-based banking leaders under the theme of transforming banking through environmental, social, governance (ESG) standards and financial technology. Aster Solomon, Board Chairperson of Enat Bank, highlighted the bank's core mission of economically empowering women and families, announcing that preparations are complete to launch a historic Gender Bond. She also noted Enat Bank's recognition as a 'Transformational Bank' on the Gender Scorecard and its status as a market leader in expanding financial access for women. GABV CEO Martin Rohner commended Enat Bank for hosting the event and leading in sustainable finance, emphasizing that the conference facilitates knowledge sharing and innovation. Additionally, Frezer Yalew, Banking Supervision Director at the National Bank of Ethiopia, stressed that the local banking sector's shift toward digital services and inclusive finance is driving growth, with insights from the summit expected to strengthen domestic financial institutions.