Coop Bank’s ‘Project 20 for 20’ Mobilizes Thousands for Community Change

As part of its 20th-anniversary celebrations, the Cooperative Bank of Oromia has launched “Project 20 for 20”, a 20-day initiative focused on making a tangible impact in communities across Ethiopia. The campaign has already mobilized 4,000 employees from the bank’s headquarters, districts, and branches to take part in various social and environmental activities.

One of the key highlights was a grand environmental clean-up near the Rwandan Embassy in Addis Ababa, underscoring the bank’s commitment to sustainability. Deribie Asfaw, CEO of the Cooperative Bank of Oromia, emphasized the significance of the initiative, stating: “As a bank rooted in community empowerment, we are proud to support national efforts that drive sustainable development. We have been donating blood at branches across the country because blood is the most valuable gift we can give. Today, we are gathered in front of the corridor development project to beautify our surroundings, and this effort will continue in the coming days nationwide.”

Beyond environmental efforts, Project 20 for 20 includes a series of corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities such as blood donation drives, support for charitable institutions, and Ramadan events for customers in various cities.