Month: March 2026
Score a Trip of a Lifetime: Fly to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with Coop VISA Cards
The world’s biggest football stage is calling, and Coopbank is ready to take you there. In partnership with Visa Inc., we are offering an exclusive opportunity for our cardholders to win a fully sponsored trip to experience the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live in North America.
Your everyday purchases are now your ticket to the North America stadium.
Eligible Cards
- VISA Classic Debit (Conventional and IFB)
- VISA Classic Prepaid (For abroad travelers)
- VISA Platinum Prepaid (For Platinum Customers)
How to Enter
Participation is simple and automatic. No registration is required.
-Transact & Qualify: Use your Coop VISA Card at any POS terminal and pay a minimum of 200 ETB locally or 20 USD internationally, or deposit cash starting from ETB 1,000 via our modern ATMs
-Earn: Each qualifying transaction automatically generates a lottery ticket in your name
Strategic Ways to Win
-The more you use your Coop VISA Cards, the higher your chances of winning.
- Every qualifying transaction counts as an entry
-Earn up to 5 tickets per day, per card
-Get a maximum of 2 tickets per POS location daily
Use your card for shopping, dining, and everyday spending. Each swipe brings you closer to the biggest stage in football.
The Grand Prize: A VIP Experience
Lucky winners will enjoy a once in a lifetime journey to North America, including
- Round trip international airfare
- Luxury accommodation
- Official match tickets to experience the electrifying atmosphere of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live
This is more than a campaign. It is your chance to be part of football history.
Start transacting. Start winning. The world is waiting!
Coopbank Officially Launches VISA Card Services and “Travel to FIFA World Cup 2026™” Campaign
Coopbank has announced a major milestone in its digital transformation journey with the official launch of its International Card Services in partnership with Visa. This initiative marks a significant step toward expanding modern, secure, and globally accepted payment solutions for its customers.
As part of the launch, the Bank has introduced a suite of VISA card products tailored to different customer segments. These include the VISA Classic Debit Card (available in both Conventional and Interest-Free versions), the VISA Classic Prepaid Card designed for international travelers, and the VISA Platinum Prepaid Card, which offers enhanced services for high-value customers.
To commemorate this milestone, Coopbank has also unveiled the “Travel to FIFA World Cup 2026™” campaign, offering customers a unique opportunity to attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
Through this campaign, two lucky customers, each accompanied by one guest, will win a fully sponsored travel package. The package includes round-trip airfare, accommodation, meals, match tickets, and other related expenses, enabling winners to experience one of the world’s most prestigious sporting events live.
The campaign is designed to encourage customers to adopt digital payment solutions and actively use their Coopbank VISA cards for both domestic and international transactions. By doing so, customers not only benefit from secure and convenient banking services but also stand a chance to win this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Coopbank remains committed to delivering innovative financial solutions that enhance customer experience while connecting them to global opportunities.
Customers are encouraged to start using their VISA cards today and take part in this exciting journey to the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
Coopbank Celebrates 21 Years of Excellence
Coopbank celebrated its 21st Anniversary with a series of events held at the Head Office, District, and Branch levels across the country. The celebrations brought together the Bank’s leadership and employees to commemorate more than two decades of growth, innovation, and steadfast commitment to its purpose of “Empowering Communities and Transforming Lives.”
Over the past two decades, Coopbank has grown into one of the leading banks in Ethiopia, driven by its strong focus on financial inclusion, digital transformation, and customer-centric services. The Bank continues to empower entrepreneurs and small businesses through uncollateralized digital loans provided via its Michu platforms, while facilitating seamless transactions through Coopay E-birr, its digital payment ecosystem. Coopbank also remains committed to supporting cooperatives and farmers through tailored financial solutions that enhance productivity and promote sustainable economic development.
As it marks this significant milestone, Coopbank reaffirms its commitment to innovation, customer-centric service, and expanding inclusive financial opportunities for communities across the country
Coopbank Celebrates International Women’s Day 2026
Coopbank, renowned for its commitment to empowering women for a brighter future, proudly celebrated International Women’s Day 2026. The occasion was marked by a vibrant gathering at the Bank’s Head Office, bringing together senior leaders and outstanding women professionals who are making remarkable contributions in leadership and frontline roles across the institution.
The celebration highlighted the Bank’s continued dedication to promoting gender equality and recognizing the vital role of women in driving innovation, strengthening communities, and shaping a more inclusive future. Through its inclusive workplace culture and targeted financial solutions, Coopbank remains steadfast in its mission to empower women and support their journey toward economic independence and leadership.
