Dashen Bank Hosts Grand Iftar to Celebrate Ramadan.
Dashen Bank Hosts Grand Iftar to Celebrate Ramadan
– Launches “Be Sharik for a Social Cause” Initiative
Addis Ababa, March 11, 2025 –
Dashen Bank hosted a special Iftar program today at the Sheraton Addis Hotel, bringing together esteemed customers, partners, and stakeholders in celebration of the holy month of Ramadan. This event reflects the Bank’s deep commitment to fostering community engagement and strengthening relationships with its valued customers.
The event was graced by remarks from Dashen Bank’s CEO, Ato Asfaw Alemu, who extended heartfelt Ramadan greetings to the Bank’s customers and the broader Islamic community. He emphasized Dashen Bank’s dedication to providing Shari’ah-compliant banking solutions that align with customers’ values and financial needs.
Another key highlight of the evening was the launch of the “Be Sharik for a Social Cause” initiative, announced by the Chief Interest-Free Banking Officer. This impactful program aims to support charitable organizations and social causes by linking Dashen Bank customers’ interactions—such as account openings, deposit volumes, and POS transactions—to a structured contribution model. The initiative will run from February 2025 to June 2025, reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to financial inclusion and social responsibility.
As one of the leading interest-free banking service provider in Ethiopia, Dashen Bank recently celebrated the 7th anniversary of its Sharik Interest-Free Banking service. In line with its commitment to corporate social responsibility, the Bank allocated over 22 million birr from customer trust contributions to 31 charitable organizations across Ethiopia, demonstrating the transformative power of ethical banking.
With over 1.3 million customers benefitting from its interest-free banking services, Dashen Bank continues to uphold the values of unity, generosity, and inclusivity. The Bank remains steadfast in its mission to provide Shari’ah-compliant, customer-centric financial solutions while making a meaningful impact on communities nationwide.
