Bunna Bank Share Company is a major private financial institution in Ethiopia. Established in 2009 under license from the National Bank of Ethiopia, it operates as a public-based private bank with a broad ownership structure comprising more than 14,000 shareholders. The bank delivers individual, commercial, and digital banking solutions to a growing national client base.
Financial Highlights and Operational Scale
The institution has experienced rapid capital accumulation and network expansion over its 16+ years of continuous operation, characterized by the following structural metrics:
| Financial & Operational Indicator | Current Baseline / Magnitude |
|---|---|
| Paid-Up Capital | 5.1 Billion+ Birr |
| Total Capital | 7.07 Billion Birr |
| Total Asset Value | 78.3 Billion Birr |
| Physical Branch Network | 449 branches across Ethiopia |
| Full-Time Workforce | 3,968+ employees |
| Shareholder Base | 14,000+ public investors |
Strategic Intent and Principles
Vision
To Be One of the Top Three Financial Services Providers in Ethiopia by the year 2030.
Mission
To deliver platform-based financial services by collaborating with partners, elevating the value for key stakeholders, and earning public trust. This is achieved through a renowned brand, a team of skilled professionals with digital expertise, and cutting-edge technology.
Core Values
The bank’s corporate governance, workforce culture, and service delivery are guided by five fundamental pillars:
- Winning: Outperforming banking competition in an ethical manner, striving for excellence, and maintaining a high level of professionalism.
- Respect: Valuing institutional differences and individual contributions across teams, customers, shareholders, vendors, and local communities.
- Responsibility: Acting transparently and responsibly to balance the commercial and social interests of all stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Prioritizing internal support, mutual care, and collaborative partnerships when interfacing with consumers, regulators, and society.
- Innovation: Relentlessly pursuing groundbreaking ideas and modern technological implementations to shape future financial landscapes.
Product Lines and Service Portfolio
Bunna Bank provides a diverse suite of specialized banking segments managed by its senior executive leadership team:
- Retail Banking: Standard individual deposit accounts, savings products, and consumer services tailored for personal financial management.
- Business Banking: Commercial credit lines, corporate accounts, and customized working capital financing to empower enterprise success.
- Interest-Free Banking: Sharia-compliant financial solutions and specialized banking products for clients seeking alternative, faith-based options.
- International Banking: A dedicated global trade wing managing international remittance networks, correspondence banking relations, and import/export trade services.
- Digital Channels: Comprehensive alternative service networks including secure internet banking platforms, 24/7 contact centers (via code 8501), and national ID integrations (FAYDA account linking).