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F<\/strong>ounded on September 7, 2017 \u2014 Moving Ethiopia Toward Financial Safety. <\/strong>CAFS \u2014 Centre for Advancement of Financial Safety \u2014 was established on <\/span>07 September 2017<\/strong> with a clear purpose: to strengthen financial protection, support digital security, and promote fair access to financial services for all Ethiopians.<\/span><\/p>\n

Over the years, we have: <\/span><\/p>\n

Assisted communities in understanding financial risks and digital fraud Conducted awareness campaigns on safe mobile payments and consumer rights Supported vulnerable groups affected by financial scams<\/span><\/p>\n

Collaborated with local institutions to improve transparency and accountability<\/span><\/p>\n

Helped citizens navigate issues related to digital wallets and financial service providers<\/span><\/p>\n

Built a platform for education, advocacy, and community protection<\/span><\/p>\n

From day one, our commitment has remained the same \u2014 <\/span>to create a safer, more transparent, and more responsible financial environment in Ethiopia.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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1. Strengthen Financial Rights Protection<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ensure citizens are protected from fraud, abuse, and unfair financial practices by promoting awareness, legal support, and responsible financial behavior.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Advance Digital Safety & Cyber Awareness<\/strong><\/p>\n

Support the public in understanding digital risks, secure mobile payments, and safe use of financial technologies, reducing vulnerability to scams and cyber-threats.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Promote Transparency & Accountability in Financial Services<\/strong><\/p>\n

Work with institutions, regulators, and communities to improve fairness, openness, and trust within Ethiopia\u2019s financial ecosystem.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Why CAFS Matters \u2014 Protecting Ethiopia\u2019s Financial Future<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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In today\u2019s fast-growing digital economy, millions of Ethiopians rely on mobile payments, online banking, and digital financial services. With opportunity comes risk \u2014 fraud, scams, data misuse, and a lack of awareness often leave citizens unprotected.<\/span><\/p>\n

CAFS (Centre for Advancement of Financial Safety) was created to address these challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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