CBB has embarked on aggressive branch expansion activities since recently with the objective of increasing its market share and to stand strong in the industry’s stiff competition. To this end during 2000 EFY the Bank has opened and made operational three full fledged branches in selected parts of Addis Ababa. These include Gofa, Bethel and Kaliti areas. In addition to these, preparation is under way to open one full-fledged branch office at Alemgena area.