PrizeWorth Investment Bank S.C

PrizeWorth Investment Bank S.C. is a newly licensed, non-deposit-taking investment bank established to bridge the gap between ambitious Ethiopian enterprises and the capital markets. Operating under the Capital Markets Proclamation No. 1248/2021, the firm is fully regulated by the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) and is designed to support Ethiopia’s transition toward a market-driven financial system.

Key Details

• Entity Name: PrizeWorth Investment Bank S.C.
• Industry: Investment Banking
• Regulatory Status: Licensed by the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA)
• Headquarters: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Location Detail: Behind Bole Printing Press, Ethiobest Real Estate Building, 3rd Floor
• Contact Phones: +251 11 557 5054 / +251 11 526 8866
• Email: [email protected]

Services Portfolio

PrizeWorth provides a full spectrum of financial services tailored to the emerging needs of the Ethiopian economy:

• Corporate Finance & Advisory: Guiding enterprises through capital-raising, M&A, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Securities & Brokerage: Facilitating trading activity and market participation within the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) framework.
• Project Finance: Providing structural support for large-scale infrastructure and industrial development projects.
• Digital Investment Solutions: Leveraging mobile-first platforms to provide online onboarding and investment portals for both domestic and diaspora investors.

Governance & Strategic Approach

PrizeWorth differentiates itself through a “digital-first” operational model and a commitment to global-standard governance:

• Three-Lines-of-Defense Model: Employs an internal structure comprising operational, oversight, and audit layers to ensure risk management and compliance.
• Chinese Wall Structure: Implements strict separation of functions to ensure data integrity and prevent conflicts of interest.
• Governance Framework: Supported by three specialized board committees (Audit, Risk & Compliance, and Nomination & Remuneration).
• Core Values (A.C.C.E.S.S.): Built on Accountability, Client Partnership, Compliance, Executional Excellence, Solutions/Innovation, and Social Inclusion.

Leadership

• Chairperson: Mrs. Yewbdar Tarrekegn (Non-Executive)
• Vice Chairperson: Mr. Abraham Alaro (Independent)
• Chief Executive Officer: Mr. Gadissa Mamo
• Board Members: Mr. Lemma Alemayehu, Mr. Feyera Jaleta
• Appointed Representatives: Mr. Gemeda Miessa (Chief Compliance Officer)

Corporate Mission To provide world-class investment banking services that empower clients to raise capital, manage risk, and create sustainable value while maintaining transparency, regulatory compliance, and digital accessibility for all investors.