The Ethiopian Digital Financial Service Providers Association (EDFSPA) has elected Yoseph Kibret as Chairman following its formal launch after six years of collaboration among fintech companies, banks, payment service providers, technology firms, and other industry stakeholders. He was the chief executive officer (CEO) of Premium Switch Solution (PSS) and is now the CEO of PSS Trading Plc. He draws technology expertise from his time at Dashen Bank to Bank of Abyssinia. Created as a unified platform for the digital finance industry, the association aims to strengthen cooperation, encourage innovation and promote responsible practices. It also plans to reduce barriers to digital payments and expand access to financial services for underserved communities. EDFSPA intends to bring together fintech firms, financial institutions, regulators and technology providers to build a secure, inclusive and competitive digital finance ecosystem. Its broader agenda is to support Ethiopia’s digital transformation, sustainable economic growth and wider participation in the digital economy.

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