Azentio Banking Changemakers Forum to Convene Ethiopia’s Financial Leaders for a Strategic Dialogue on Islamic Banking Integration
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | 20 May 2026 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM EAT
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
The Azentio Banking Changemakers Forum, organized in partnership with the International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA), will be hosting an exclusive closed-door executive session in Addis Ababa on 20 May 2026. The event will bring together Ethiopia’s top financial leaders to explore the future of integrated Islamic banking models.
Taking place at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, the forum will convene CEOs, COOs, Heads of Islamic Banking, transformation executives, and regulatory specialists to examine how Ethiopia’s financial institutions can shift from fragmented Islamic windows toward scalable, unified operating models.
A Strategic Dialogue at a Defining Moment
Islamic banking in Ethiopia is moving rapidly from a niche offering to a core strategic pillar. As institutions work to reduce duplication between Islamic and conventional operations, leadership teams are prioritizing governance alignment, modernization of operating models, and technology that supports scale and compliance.
The forum will provide a high-value platform for candid, senior-level discussion on unlocking efficiency, strengthening Shariah governance, and aligning with evolving expectations under Ethiopia’s regulatory landscape.
Key Discussion Themes
• Transitioning from standalone Islamic windows to integrated enterprise models
• Addressing fragmentation in governance, risk, operations, and technology
• Strengthening Shariah governance in line with NBE direction
• Leveraging technology for operational scalability and long-term growth
• Designing future-ready Islamic banking operating frameworks
Agenda Highlights
The session will feature industry deep dives, executive insights, a keynote on Ethiopia’s Islamic banking trajectory, a practical panel on integrated operating model design, and a high-level networking reception.
Who Will Be in the Room
• CEOs & Managing Directors
• COOs & CTOs
• Heads of Islamic Banking
• Chief Strategy & Transformation Officers
• Senior advisors and Shariah governance specialists
• Regulatory and policy observers
Exclusive, By Invitation Only
Participation is restricted to C-level leaders and senior executives driving Islamic banking strategy and transformation. Registrations are subject to qualification.
About Azentio
Azentio delivers intelligence-driven, purpose-built solutions across Banking, Insurance, Capital Markets, and ERP—empowering institutions to enhance operational efficiency and accelerate growth.
About ICSA
The International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) curates high-impact executive forums connecting senior decision-makers across Africa and the Middle East.
Media Contact
International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA)
+44 20 3808 8625
Event Venue
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Airport Rd, Addis Ababa 1755, Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
