Your comprehensive guide to Digital Financial Services terms and concepts in Ethiopia's evolving financial ecosystem
Browse through our comprehensive collection of Digital Financial Services terms and definitions
A licensed institution authorized to create and manage eMoney.
Charges applied for financial services like transfers or withdrawals.
Provision of affordable financial services for underserved populations.
Ability to understand and use financial services effectively.
Companies using technology to deliver or improve financial services.
Dishonest or illegal activity to steal money or personal information.
Credential that identifies a user, such as national ID.
A service that protects users against unexpected events.
Ability of different financial systems to work together.
Process to verify user identity.
Money borrowed that must be paid back with interest.
Financial services for low-income individuals or small businesses.
Ethiopia's digital financial services landscape is rapidly evolving, bringing financial inclusion to millions of previously unbanked individuals. This glossary serves as your comprehensive guide to understanding the key terms, concepts, and innovations shaping the country's financial future.
From traditional banking concepts to cutting-edge fintech innovations, our glossary covers the essential terminology needed to navigate Ethiopia's digital finance ecosystem. Whether you're a financial professional, policymaker, researcher, or simply interested in understanding digital finance, this resource provides clear, accurate definitions of DFS-related terms.
The terms are organized by category to help you quickly find relevant information, and our search functionality allows you to locate specific terms or concepts. Each definition includes practical examples of usage to help you understand how these terms apply in real-world scenarios within Ethiopia's digital financial services landscape.
