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ECMA Registers 12.211M Shares of Addis Intl Convention Center

Jan 31, 2026
ECMA Registers 12.211M Shares of Addis Intl Convention Center

The Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) has registered 12,211,586 existing shares of Addis International Convention Center S.C., ensuring compliance with the Public Offer and Trading of Securities Directive No. 1030/2024. This step aligns the company’s securities with Ethiopia’s emerging capital market regulatory framework and supports stock market development. 

Key Takeaways:

  • 12,211,586 existing shares of Addis International Convention Center were registered for compliance. 

  • Registration fulfills requirements under Public Offer and Trading of Securities Directive No. 1030/2024. 

  • ECMA clarified the notice is informational, not an endorsement or solicitation to buy or sell. 


Why It Matters:

Registering pre-existing shares under the new capital markets directive strengthens the legal and regulatory foundation of Ethiopia’s securities ecosystem. For investors and market participants, it enhances clarity and compliance, which are essential for confidence and participation in the country’s nascent stock market.