Welcome to Addis Fortune's digest on critical developments impacting Ethiopia’s business and economic spheres. The Addis Abeba Chamber of Commerce & Sectoral Associations (AACCSA) is facing a leadership dispute that has stalled its operations. Meanwhile, a proposed ban on single-use plastic bags is generating heated debate between the government and the plastics industry. In the financial sector, Sunpay Solutions is facing a lawsuit from an alleged shareholder demanding its dissolution, while Hijra Bank reports a fourfold increase in net profit despite regulatory constraints. Finally, we look into the issue of widespread contraband trade which continues to threaten major industries, accounting for a substantial portion of the country’s GDP.