April 19, 2018 The African Union’s recent appointment of the Prime Minister as Champion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Health increases to a stand of prestigious honors, including the FAO Agricola Medal, the Outstanding African Leadership Award, and recognition as IGAD Tourism Champion. These awards underscore Ethiopia’s rising influence across technology, environment, agriculture and…
April 18, 2018 Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated four major factories at Hawassa Industrial Park, marking a decisive progress in Ethiopia’s renewable energy and industrial development drive. The newly opened Toyo Phase 2, Origin, and Lumintech Solar Factories, alongside the HZ Gas facility, represent a combined investment exceeding $176 million and position Ethiopia as a…
President Salva Kiir and I held a bilateral discussion this evening on the issues shaping our region and shared future. We prioritized economic cooperation, exploring ways to boost investment and expand opportunities through stronger partnerships and also exchanged updates on our countries’ progress.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed receives H.E. Salva Kiir Mayardit, President of the Republic of South Sudan, at the National Palace this afternoon. The meeting takes place as part of President Kiir’s two-day official visit to Ethiopia. Discussions are expected to focus on bilateral relations and advancing areas of mutual cooperation. #PMOEthiopia
April 16, 2018 Ethiopia’s tourism sector has emerged as a central pillar of economic growth within the framework of Indigenous Economic Reform. Through the Dine for Generations program, development initiatives are reshaping Ethiopia’s image by harmonizing natural resources with modern technology. These projects safeguard historical values, transmit them to future generations, and strengthen community benefits by positioning Ethiopia as…
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has been appointed as the African Union Champion for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Health by the African Union. The announcement recognises his leadership and Ethiopia’s growing role in advancing artificial intelligence and innovation across the continent. The appointment letter noted: “Your Excellency’s leadership in promoting digital transformation and emerging technologies has…
April 15, 2018 The three‑year Statistics Development Program marked a historic milestone in Ethiopia’s pursuit of data sovereignty. For the first time, a census of 2.6 million economic entities was successfully conducted, alongside a national agricultural census carried out with modern technology after a 23‑year gap. These achievements freed the country from reliance on foreign…
The newly launched MESOB Mobile Bus Service represents a major step toward bringing essential public services directly to communities. Designed as a fully equipped, self-contained service hub, the bus integrates modern technologies and efficient systems to ensure smooth and reliable operations. It features a queue management system to organize service flow and is supported by…
Ethiopia continues to advance its climate-resilient development journey with confidence, backed by tangible results. This journey is built on an integrated approach that harmonizes development actions across the spectrum from mitigation to adaptation. To mitigate climate impact, the nation has significantly increased its green cover by controlling carbon emissions, preventing deforestation, and planting 48 billion…
This morning, I received the European Union Commissioner for International Partnerships, Mr. Josef Šíkela, with whom I discussed our longstanding cooperation with the European Union.
