Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — October 30, 2025 — Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline group, and Chapa Financial Technologies S.C., Ethiopia’s leading fintech company, have entered a strategic partnership to enable local card payments for Ethiopian customers purchasing tickets through the airline’s digital platforms.
This collaboration supports Ethiopia’s digital transformation by offering secure, frictionless payments through Ethiopian-issued debit cards. Customers can now complete purchases more easily via Ethiopian Airlines’ online and mobile channels—enhancing convenience, reducing drop-offs, and expanding access to digital services.
While the current focus is local, the partnership aligns with both organizations’ long-term strategies. Ethiopian Airlines’ Vision 2025 and 2035 aim to build the continent’s most competitive and customer-centric aviation group. Chapa’s mission is to empower African businesses to connect with the global economy through seamless, innovative payment solutions.
“This partnership solves an immediate challenge while laying the foundation for regional scalability,” said Nael Hailemariam, CEO of Chapa. “It’s a milestone in our broader goal to integrate African commerce with the global economy.”
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