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Ethiopian Fintechs Brace for Impact with EthSwitch’s National Payment Gateway

Earlier this week, Ethiopia’s national switch operator, EthSwitch, officially introduced its National Payment Gateway, a product meant to serve as the bedrock of online payments in Ethiopia. The event, held at the Skylight Hotel, saw the launch of an interoperable payment gateway service that aims to simplify and make online payments more affordable.

“The National Payment Gateway is here to empower Ethiopia’s e-commerce and merchants. We will enable merchants to get paid from any financial institution,” stated Yilebes Addis, CEO of EthSwitch, during the ceremony.

The gateway enables customers to make fast, secure, and convenient online payments using various channels and payment methods, such as debit cards, bank accounts, wallets, QR codes, and aliases (phone numbers).

As EthSwitch is the national switch operator, no financial player is excluded. Its ownership is shared among the National Bank of Ethiopia, all banks, microfinance institutions, mobile money…

Edtech Mondays to Discuss the Impact of Digital Tools in Ethiopia’s Education System

EdTech Mondays, the monthly radio program produced by the Mastercard Foundation and Shega Media & Technology Plc, is set to explore the transformative potential of digital tools tailored for the Ethiopian educational landscape.

Scheduled to air on Monday, October 30, 2023, at 8:10 p.m. EAT via Fana FM 98.1 and 10 other affiliated FM radio stations across the country, the episode promises an in-depth conversation on how technology can bridge educational gaps, empower teachers, and create a vibrant learning ecosystem.

Integrating technology into classrooms can bridge gaps in access to quality education, especially in remote areas. Customized educational software and applications can cater to the diverse learning needs and languages prevalent in Ethiopia, fostering inclusivity and engagement. Empowering teachers with digital resources enhances their teaching methods, enabling personalized learning experiences and promoting critical thinking among students.

Shortlist Launches Africa Climate Careers Network to Connect African Talent, Impact Organizations

Shortlist, a talent advisory firm bridging the gap between African talent and startups, social ventures, and mission-driven organizations, announced the launch of the Africa Climate Careers Network (ACCN), a resource to mobilize talent for the green economy and help professionals launch climate careers.

Shortlist states ACCN currently has over 1,000 job openings from over 100 companies across the continent and applicants can create an account and view curated jobs for free, with features such as training resources, mentorship programs, and virtual networking. Climate and clean energy organizations seeking talent will be able to work with Shortlist to pinpoint candidates with specific skills, locations, and experience for their hiring needs.

“The ACCN is a big step forward in growing the talent pipeline for a critical African sector: climate. Shortlist Futures is committed to ensuring that African talent can find jobs that lead to meaningful careers and access re…

Edtech Mondays Upcoming Show to Spotlight the Impact of Digital Literacy on Ethiopia’s Education System

EdTech Mondays, the monthly radio show produced by the Mastercard Foundation in partnership with Shega Media & Technology, is set to unravel the unique opportunities and challenges Ethiopia faces in accelerating digital literacy.

The show, which will air today, September 25, 2023, at 8.10 p.m. via Fana FM 98.1 and 10 other affiliated FM radio stations across the country, will also examine the strategies and initiatives that can be employed to empower educators and students alike with the digital skills required to navigate a rapidly evolving educational landscape.

EdTech Monday’s, which serves as a platform to foster critical conversations on using technology for teaching and learning, shifted its latest focus to digital literacy, recognizing that Ethiopia’s education system, like many others globally, is in a state of transition.

With a growing youth demogra…