Central Bank Lifts Credit Cap—But Only for Interest-Free Banks
The move affects only Shariah-compliant lenders, allowing them to expand financing while conventional banks remain under the previous credit restrictions. After years of lobbying, Ethiopia’s interest-free banks have secured a major policy victory. The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has lifted the credit cap—a restriction executives say long constrained their growth and left them at […]
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Birrmetrics Magazine- Vol.1- Edition 11
In this edition, we trace the ripple effects of global economic shifts all the way to Ethiopia’s doorstep. We begin with a deep dive into how former U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs and the resulting trade wars have shaped the international market—and how Ethiopia, often left out of the conversation, has been quietly affected in significant ways.
Shifting from global headlines to homegrown stories, we feature a candid conversation with one of Ethiopia’s leading coffee producers. In a wide-ranging interview, they open up about the realities of doing business in today’s landscape—from export hurdles to the untapped potential still waiting to be brewed. Edition 11 brings together global context and local insight, packed with thoughtful analysis, expert commentary, and voices that shape the conversation. Read the full issue here.
