On 15 February 1996, ninety years to the day following the establishment of the first Bank of Abyssinia, a new privately-owned bank with this historic name, but otherwise not connected with the older bank, came into existence.As “Abyssinia” is the ancient name of our great nation and that of the pioneer bank of the land, Bank of Abyssinia’s vision is to live up to this legacy through continuous innovation and provision of world -class banking services.The mission of Bank of Abyssinia is to provide full fledged domestic and international banking services through qualified and motivated employees, utilization of modern technology, and through socially and ecologically responsible practice, as well as ensuring profitability and growth.