Tsehay Bank S.C. is a private share company officially inaugurated on July 23, 2022, having secured its business license in accordance with Banking Business Proclamation No. 592/2008. The Bank was established following its Shareholders' General Assembly on February 18, 2021, with its commencement of operations marked in the presence of His Excellency Dr. Yinager Dessie, Former Governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia.
The Bank was founded to fill financial service gaps and actively contribute to the development of the country. The term “Tsehay” is an Amharic word meaning “The Sun,” which directly reflects the Bank's objective of financial inclusion: to serve everyone equitably, just as the sun shines on all.
Financial Standing & Ownership
- Authorized Capital (at start): Birr 2.8 Billion
- Subscribed Capital (current): Raised to Birr 5 Billion
- Paid-up Capital: Commenced with Birr 734.7 Million and has successfully reached Birr 1.16 Billion
- Shareholder Base: Established by 373 shareholders, representing the fewest shareholders among private banks in the Ethiopian banking industry.
- Institutional Ownership: Institutional shareholders account for 35% of the total share value. These shareholders possess deep expertise across agriculture, manufacturing, domestic trade, import, export, and other service sectors.
Vision, Mission, and Motto
Tagline & Motto
Tsehay Bank, For All!
(Denoting our commitment to comprehensive financial inclusion)
Vision
To become one of the top ten private Commercial Banks in East Africa by the year 2040
Mission
We are dedicated to deliver sustainable value to our stakeholders by efficiently providing Banking service that ensures best customer Experience using qualified employees and cutting-edge technology
Branch Network & Reach
Tsehay Bank has rapidly expanded its physical footprint to satisfy the ever-diversifying needs of its customers:
- Initial Launch: Commenced operations with 30 branches located in Addis Ababa and other major cities and towns.
- Current Standing: The branch network has successfully grown to 91+ branches across the country.