The National Bank of Ethiopia said Gov. Eyob Tekalign met British International Investment Chief Executive Leslie Maasdorp for a high-level discussion on Ethiopia's economic transformation and investment opportunities, with a particular focus on financial sector reform. The meeting centered on the trajectory of banking and financial sector changes, including measures the release linked to price stability, financial deepening, foreign exchange liberalization and greater competition in the banking sector. BII outlined priority areas in Ethiopia under its new strategy, covering financial services, financial inclusion, sustainable financing and infrastructure, particularly energy. Gov. Eyob said those areas align with Ethiopia's national economic reform agenda, welcomed BII's increased investment allocations to its Ethiopia portfolio and encouraged further engagement.
National Bank of Ethiopia2026-04-30
National Bank of Ethiopia discusses banking reforms and investment priorities with British International Investment
The National Bank of Ethiopia said Gov. Eyob Tekalign met British International Investment CEO Leslie Maasdorp to discuss Ethiopia's economic reforms and investment opportunities, focusing on banking and financial sector changes. The release linked those reforms to price stability, foreign exchange liberalization and greater banking competition. BII also identified financial services, inclusion, sustainable financing and energy infrastructure as priority sectors in Ethiopia.