About Me

Adem Mohammed

Sharia Advisor · Islamic Finance Expert · Researcher · Educator

Bridging Islamic scholarship, finance, technology, and education to empower individuals and institutions across Africa and beyond.

Adem Mohammed
Biography

A Life Devoted to Knowledge & Service

Adem Mohammed is a distinguished Sharia advisor, Islamic finance expert, researcher, educator, and technology entrepreneur based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. With over 15 years of experience, he has dedicated his career to bridging the gap between Islamic scholarship, modern finance, technology, and education.

Positions

Leadership & Impact

Former

Former Sharia Advisor

ZamZam Bank

Provided Sharia compliance advisory and governance framework development.

Current

Founder & Director

Ademina Academy

Leading digital Islamic education platform serving students across Africa.

Current

Founder

Kasma Islamic Organization

Overseeing community development and welfare programs.

Former

Former Sharia Advisor

Tseday Bank

Provided Sharia compliance advisory and governance framework development.

Current

Ambassador of International Union of Muslim Scholars in Ethiopia

International Union of Muslim Scholars

Representing the International Union of Muslim Scholars in Ethiopia, promoting Islamic scholarship and interfaith dialogue.

Current

Partner

AAOIFI

Collaborating with the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions on standards development and certification programs.

Career Journey

Milestones That Define a Legacy

A chronological journey through the key moments that shaped a career dedicated to Islamic scholarship, finance innovation, and educational excellence.

2015

BA in Computer Science

Graduated from Mizan Tepi University with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.

2018

Founded Dana Multimedia

Established the first media outlet in the Wello region, beginning entrepreneurial career.

2020

Earned MBA

Completed Master of Business Administration from Tossa College.

2021

Founded Kasma Islamic Organization

Established Kasma for community development and Islamic heritage initiatives.

2022

AAOIFI CSAA Certified

Achieved Certified Shariah Adviser and Auditor (CSAA) certification from AAOIFI.

2024

Founded Ademina Academy

Launched Islamic finance and banking education platform registered in the UK.

Education

Academic Foundations

A robust academic background combining classical Islamic scholarship with modern financial and technological qualifications.

BA in Computer Science

Mizan Tepi University

Computer Science

2015

BA in Arabic Language and Literature

Wello University

Arabic Language and Literature

2021

MBA

Tossa College

Master of Business Administration

2020

AAOIFI CSAA

AAOIFI

Certified Shariah Adviser and Auditor

2022
Expertise

Areas of Mastery

Backed by over fifteen years of intensive study, practice, and research, these are the core disciplines where deep expertise meets practical impact. Each area represents thousands of hours of scholarly work, professional application, and continuous learning.

Former Sharia Advisor
Founder & Director
Founder
Former Sharia Advisor
Ambassador of International Union of Muslim Scholars in Ethiopia
Partner
Islamic Finance98%
Islamic Banking96%
AAOIFI Standards95%
Sharia Governance97%
Sukuk94%
Takaful93%
Fiqh96%
Aqeedah95%
Arabic Language92%
Research95%
Digital Education90%
LMS Development88%
Technology85%
AI for Education82%
Guiding Principles

Mission, Vision & Values

The foundational principles that guide every endeavor — from Sharia advisory and academic research to community service and technological innovation.

Our Mission

To bridge Islamic scholarship, finance, technology, and education — delivering Sharia-compliant solutions, digital learning experiences, and research that empowers individuals and institutions across Africa and the global Muslim community.

Our Vision

To become the foremost reference for Islamic finance advisory, education, and research in Africa — fostering a generation of professionals equipped with deep Islamic knowledge, modern financial acumen, and technological literacy.

Our Values

Rooted in authentic Islamic principles of integrity, excellence, and service. We uphold transparency in advisory, innovation in education, and compassion in community engagement — guided always by the pursuit of knowledge and the well-being of the Ummah.

Achievements

Impact by the Numbers

Measurable outcomes that reflect a career of dedication, expertise, and service to the global Islamic finance and education community.

15+

Years Experience

Professional experience in Islamic finance

3,000+

Students Trained

Students trained globally

10+

Publications

Published research papers and books

20+

Countries Served

International reach across continents

50+

Consultations

Consultations delivered to institutions

30+

Institutions Advised

Institutions advised on Sharia compliance

Let's Build Something Extraordinary

Whether you need Sharia advisory for your financial institution, a keynote speaker for your conference, a training program for your organization, or a research collaboration — let's connect and create lasting impact.