Opening Session

The welcoming speech was delivered by Gemechu Waktola (PhD), CEO of the i-Capital Africa Institute. Introductory Remarks were given by representatives of the summit co-organizers; Kenenisa Lemi, Jimma University; Yared Molla, Association of Ethiopian Insurers and Yodit Kassa, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). The summit was, then, officially opened by H.E. Ahmed Shide, Ministry of Finance.

Session One
Presentation

The first session focused on policy, regulation and governance of the Finance Sector. Presentations were made by actors and experts; Adrak Mustafina, Yared Hailemeskel, Richard Ketley, Fikru Tsegaye and Neteru Wondwosen.

The panel discussion of the first session also discussed policy, regulation and governance of the Finance Sector. The discussion was moderated by Zemedeneh Nigatu; the panelists were Belay Tulu, Yared Mola, Frezer Ayalew, Melaku Kebede and Zafu Eyesuswork

Session Two
Presentation

The Banks, MFI, Fintech, Telco Track of the second session focused on Digitization, Inclusion, Innovation, and Access to Finance. Presentations were made by actors and experts; Jackson Nthiga, Abrhame Endrias, Munir Duri, Yodahe Zemichael and Sintayehu Zekarias.

The panel discussion also addressed the topic of Digitization, Inclusion, Innovation, and Access to Finance. The discussion was moderated by Munir Duri; the panelists were Melika Bedri, Abdu Seid (PhD), Bewketu Tafere, Taye Girma (PhD) and Zemedeneh Nigatu.

Session Two
Presentation

The Insurance and InsurTech Track of the second session focused on Digitization, Inclusion, Innovation, and Access to Finance. Presentations were made by actors and experts; Yinebeb Derseh, Yared Mola, Solomon Zegeye and Hirut Tequame.

The panel discussion also addressed the topic of Digitization, Inclusion, Innovation, and Access to Finance. The discussion was moderated by Meseret Bezabih; the panelists were Dagnachew Mehari, Tewodros Tilahun, Tsegaye Kemsi, and Zafu Eyesuswork.