Press Release
ABH Partners Appointed as Super-Agent for Ethiopia’s Fayda National ID Program to Accelerate Digital Transformation
"Identity is the New Collateral."
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – August 04, 2026 - ABH Partners has been selected as a Super-Agent for the Fayda National ID Program (NIDP) through a rigorous international bidding process. The company will now lead the delivery of secure, high-quality, citizen-centered digital identity registration services, characterized by integrity, professional expertise, and operational excellence. This strategic partnership with the NIDP will strengthen Ethiopia's national digital identity drive, delivering a unique and trusted digital identity to every citizen.
ABH Partners aims to register millions of Ethiopian citizens during the project period, marking a critical step in the country's broader digital transformation and inclusive development agenda. The registration program will be implemented across the following regions.
- Addis Ababa and Dire Dawa City Administrations
- Oromia Regional State in Sheger City Administration, East and West Hararghe Zones
- Harari, Somali, Gambella and Benishangul-Gumuz Regional States
By facilitating secure and accessible registration, ABH Partners is directly contributing to the government’s goal of streamlining access to essential public and private services for millions of citizens.
About ABH Partners
ABH Partners is one of the leading private firms with nearly 2 decades of expertise in research and consultancy, workforce development and management, specialized capacity building programs and the supply of medical equipment and pharmaceuticals. As a diversified actor in the sector, ABH champions sustainable development, expands healthcare access, and fosters economic empowerment to build a healthier and more equitable world.
NID Project Media Contact
Name: Dr. Amare Deribew
Position: Director of NID Project & Senior Director of Alliance Consulting at ABH Partners
Mobile: +251 970 626565
Email: amare@abhpartners.com