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NBE to open four new regional branches

Feb 10, 2026
NBE to open four new regional branches
  • National Bank of Ethiopia will open four new regional branches.

  • Branches planned in Bahir Dar, Hawassa, Jimma, and Dire Dawa.

  • Project aims to strengthen regional supervision and service delivery.

  • Construction and preparatory works have already started.

  • Implementation has faced delays from material shortages and site issues.

  • National Bank of Ethiopia is coordinating with regional administrations.

Why it matters?
The expansion increases National Bank of Ethiopia’s regional presence, affecting banks, microfinance institutions, and financial supervision across major commercial centers.