Ethiopia has received a record $5.1 billion in remittances in the first nine months of the current fiscal year, according to the Ethiopian Diaspora Service (EDS) — a milestone that underscores the vital role the Ethiopian diaspora continues to play in supporting the country’s economy amidst ongoing reforms. The announcement was made by Wondwosen Terefe,
The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has issued a revised policy concerning the treatment of foreign exchange (FX) trading spreads and related fees. This update, effective as of October 16, 2024, introduces changes to how banks manage and disclose the differences between FX buying and selling rates, as well as the fees and commissions associated
The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has announced the commencement of accepting applications for Independent Foreign Exchange Bureaus. This move follows the recent approval of the Foreign Exchange Directive (FXD/01/2024), which took effect on July 29, 2024. Independent Forex Bureaus are authorized to engage exclusively in the buying and selling of foreign currency cash notes,
National Bank of Ethiopia Concludes Special FX Auction with a Weighted Average Rate of Birr 107.9 per USD The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) announced the results of the Special Foreign Exchange Auction held today, revealing a weighted average rate of Birr 107.9 per US Dollar. The auction saw participation from 27 banks, and the
The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has announced a special foreign exchange auction set for August 7, 2024. This move is a part of the central bank’s broader strategy to manage the country’s foreign exchange market. The auction, which will be conducted between 10 AM and 12 Noon, invites bids from interested banks through the