CBE Connect

CBE Connect

by Commercial Bank of Ethiopia

113 ratings
49 reviews
Free

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Released
January 6, 2026
Updated
October 19, 2026

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About

A secure digital wallet for cross-border payments, simplifying everyday financial transactions. Manage ETB and USD, send money home, and control your finances with ease. Designed for individuals and diaspora users.

✓Cross-border payments
✓Digital wallet
✓ETB and USD support
✓Money management
✓Secure transactions
✓Diaspora user support
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What's New in CBE Connect

2.0.72

October 19, 2026

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User reviews

No Debit card support

All types of debit cards dont work. I had only one Debit mastercard that worked on this app and even that stopped working after the recent update. It was a great app while it lasted but unfortunately, if it doesn’t take my debit visa or debit mastercard, then I can’t use the app. Credit cards charge us expensive cash advance fees when using apps like CBE Connect, so its not worth it to use credit cards. I will be happy to start using CBE connect again once they include support of debit cards.
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Needs more work

Verification failed without explanation, and a $2 charge was applied; the amount is not excessive, but seeing this kind of fee for the first time is unusual. My suggestion is to simplify the process and avoid unnecessary complexity. This may explain why people continue to use the black market.

Doesn’t Work Most of the Time

Used to work fine but now getting lots of failures on the transaction page where I kept getting “Payment Unsuccessful
Your transaction was unsuccessful. Please check your details and try again.” Please have a look at it.

A Grand Failure from Ethiopia’s Largest Bank

It is embarrassing that the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, the largest bank in the country, cannot deliver a simple, reliable mobile banking app. The app consistently fails to function as it should, making even basic banking transactions unnecessarily frustrating.

Perhaps if CBE invested as much money in technology, infrastructure, and competent software engineers as it does in advertising, customers would have a better experience.

This is a grand failure for an institution of this size. It also raises serious questions about hiring practices and whether technical competence and merit are being prioritized over ethnicity, political affiliation, and personal connections.

Customers deserve a functioning banking app, not endless advertisements promoting a service that fails to deliver. CBE needs to prioritize merit, accountability, and actual technological improvement over publicity.
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Customer service

It’s win win situation for both party but the app doesn’t work as intended to. I have issue deposit money to this application but it failed many times. There no communication with the bank in order to solve issues. I think they do better. If the app properly it’s good for national bank to foreign exchange instead of sending money through black market.

Do better guys!
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FAQ

What currencies does CBE Connect support?

CBE Connect supports both Ethiopian Birr (ETB) and United States Dollar (USD), allowing for seamless management of these two major currencies within the app.

Is CBE Connect secure for financial transactions?

Yes, CBE Connect is designed as a trusted and secure digital wallet, emphasizing the safety of everyday financial transactions for its users.

Who is the target audience for CBE Connect?

The app is designed for individuals and diaspora users who need to manage money and make cross-border payments easily and securely.

What devices is CBE Connect available on?

CBE Connect is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices.

How often is CBE Connect updated?

The app was last updated on April 9, 2026, indicating a recent update. The latest version available is 1.8.0.

What is the age rating for CBE Connect?

CBE Connect has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

Does CBE Connect have ads?

No, CBE Connect does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

What is the user rating for CBE Connect?

CBE Connect has a user rating of 2.1 stars based on 7 ratings, suggesting potential areas for improvement based on user feedback.