Visa Empowers Ethiopian Financial Institutions with Risk Management Training to Strengthen Digital Payment Ecosystem

Visa, a global digital payments platform, successfully concluded a comprehensive one-day training event in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, aimed at strengthening risk management capabilities and enhancing operational excellence among its partners in the region.

The session brought together professionals from leading financial institutions, fintechs, and digital banking teams across the country. The training was designed to address the evolving challenges and opportunities in the digital payments ecosystem.

Yared Endale, Country Manager for Visa Ethiopia, highlighted the strategic importance of the initiative; “This training reflects Visa’s unwavering commitment to supporting Ethiopia’s financial ecosystem. By equipping our partners with the knowledge and tools to manage risk effectively, we are laying the groundwork for a more secure, resilient, and inclusive digital economy. As Ethiopia continues to embrace digital transformation, Visa remains committed to supporting the country’s financial institutions with secure, innovative, and forward-thinking solutions that drive sustainable growth.

The event was tailored specifically for digital banking professionals, particularly those working in risk, compliance, and operations. It also served as a platform for peer-to-peer learning, industry networking, and the exchange of best practices in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.

Basil Kithinji, Director of Risk for Visa East Africa, emphasized the broader impact of the session: “Risk management is not just a back-office function—it’s a strategic enabler of trust and growth in digital finance. Today’s training empowered our clients with practical insights and fostered collaboration across the ecosystem. We’re proud to be a trusted partner in their journey.”

Participants praised the session for its relevance, depth, and practical value, noting that the training provided actionable strategies they could immediately apply within their organizations.