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Ethiopian Airlines officially started a $12.5 billion construction project for what officials say will be Africa's biggest airport when completed in 2030 in the Ethiopian town of Bishoftu

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#Update: Ethiopia Unveils a $12.5 Billion Mega Airport Set to Become Africa’s Largest Aviation Hub. Ethiopia has officially launched the construction of what is described as Africa’s largest airport, with Abiy Ahmed presiding over the groundbreaking ceremony in Bishoftu, southeast of Addis Ababa. The multi-billion-dollar project, estimated at around $12.5 billion, is designed to ease congestion at Bole International Airport and cement Ethiopia’s position as a leading aviation hub on the continent. Once completed, the new Bishoftu International Airport is expected to handle up to 110 million passengers annually, making it one of the largest airports in the world. Ethiopian officials have framed the project as a cornerstone of the country’s long-term economic and transport strategy, with construction expected to run into the next decade. daniel berhane @AbelAbateD @TewodrosTsegay yonasbiru hermela aregawi Zemedeneh Negatu Hannaa Abdisa Tarekegn Bululta Godana Somalilanders African Index Conflict Zone Rashid Abdi Tseday #HornOfAfrica #RedSea #Geopolitics #Somaliland #Israel #Ethiopia
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#Update: Ethiopia Unveils a $12.5 Billion Mega Airport Set to Become Africa’s Largest Aviation Hub. Ethiopia has officially launched the construction of what is described as Africa’s largest airport, with Abiy Ahmed presiding over the groundbreaking ceremony in Bishoftu, southeast of Addis Ababa. The multi-billion-dollar project, estimated at around $12.5 billion, is designed to ease congestion at Bole International Airport and cement Ethiopia’s position as a leading aviation hub on the continent. Once completed, the new Bishoftu International Airport is expected to handle up to 110 million passengers annually, making it one of the largest airports in the world. Ethiopian officials have framed the project as a cornerstone of the country’s long-term economic and transport strategy, with construction expected to run into the next decade. daniel berhane @AbelAbateD @TewodrosTsegay yonasbiru hermela aregawi Zemedeneh Negatu Hannaa Abdisa Tarekegn Bululta Godana Somalilanders African Index Conflict Zone Rashid Abdi Tseday #HornOfAfrica #RedSea #Geopolitics #Somaliland #Israel #Ethiopia

Inside Africa

112,055 views • 7 months ago

Construction is going on 24/7 at the Bishoftu International Airport, whose first phase is scheduled to be completed in 2030, with an annual passenger capacity of 60 million. ✈️
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Construction is going on 24/7 at the Bishoftu International Airport, whose first phase is scheduled to be completed in 2030, with an annual passenger capacity of 60 million. ✈️

Oliver Liu 中国记者在非洲

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Bishoftu International Airport, the largest aviation infrastructure project in Africa's history, is being built day and night with unyielding determination ready to welcome 110 million passengers annually when completed, placing Ethiopia among the world’s top aviation hubs!
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Bishoftu International Airport, the largest aviation infrastructure project in Africa's history, is being built day and night with unyielding determination ready to welcome 110 million passengers annually when completed, placing Ethiopia among the world’s top aviation hubs!

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As Ethiopia builds Africa's largest airport, the US expresses interest in joining the $12.5 billion project, which has attracted so much global attention. Here's why.
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As Ethiopia builds Africa's largest airport, the US expresses interest in joining the $12.5 billion project, which has attracted so much global attention. Here's why.

TRT Afrika

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah welcomed the all-female crew of Ethiopian Airlines on International Women’s Day as Namibia joined in commemorating the airline’s 80th Anniversary at Hosea Kutako International Airport. Marking the occasion, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah performed the ceremonial cake-cutting during the joint celebration of Ethiopian Airlines’ 80th Anniversary and International Women’s Day, highlighting the growing role of women in aviation and leadership. The occasion highlighted both Ethiopian Airlines’ eight decades of connecting Africa to the world and the growing role of women in the aviation industry.

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The 110 million passengers Bishoftu International Airport in Ethiopia (under construction) will rank amongst the 10 largest airports in the world. Watch my ETV interview (video). The airport is owned by Ethiopian Airlines, amongst the 30 largest airlines in the world and Africa’s largest and most profitable. It’s also by far Boeing’s and the U.S. EXIM bank’s largest customer in Africa. For reference: In 2025 these were the 5 busiest airports in the world, by total passengers handled (millions): 1. Atlanta (ATL) 108.1 2. Dubai (DXB) 92.3 3. Dallas (DFW) 87.8 4. Tokyo (HND) 85.9 5. London (LHR) 83.9 Kenya Nigeria South Africa
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The 110 million passengers Bishoftu International Airport in Ethiopia (under construction) will rank amongst the 10 largest airports in the world. Watch my ETV interview (video). The airport is owned by Ethiopian Airlines, amongst the 30 largest airlines in the world and Africa’s largest and most profitable. It’s also by far Boeing’s and the U.S. EXIM bank’s largest customer in Africa. For reference: In 2025 these were the 5 busiest airports in the world, by total passengers handled (millions): 1. Atlanta (ATL) 108.1 2. Dubai (DXB) 92.3 3. Dallas (DFW) 87.8 4. Tokyo (HND) 85.9 5. London (LHR) 83.9 Kenya Nigeria South Africa

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#Axum: after more than three years of disruptions, Ethiopian Airlines first passenger’s plane for domestic flights landed at the Atse Yohannes IV Airport in the historic city of Axum in the #Tigray regional state today. The airport had been out of service due to damages sustained during the two-year brutal war in the Tigray region. The plane carrying 140 passengers including the CEO of Ethiopian Airlines, Mesfen Tasew, as well as federal and regional officials, was welcomed upon arrival at the airport earlier today, according to the local Tigray TV. The ceremony was attended by various regional officials, including the President of the Tigray Interim Administration, Getachew Reda, and other senior regional government officials. Local community members, including religious leaders were at airport witnessing the landing of the domestic flight, which will be a vital means to revive Axum’s economy mainly from tourism that was shattered by the war. Video credit: Tigrai TV
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#Axum: after more than three years of disruptions, Ethiopian Airlines first passenger’s plane for domestic flights landed at the Atse Yohannes IV Airport in the historic city of Axum in the #Tigray regional state today. The airport had been out of service due to damages sustained during the two-year brutal war in the Tigray region. The plane carrying 140 passengers including the CEO of Ethiopian Airlines, Mesfen Tasew, as well as federal and regional officials, was welcomed upon arrival at the airport earlier today, according to the local Tigray TV. The ceremony was attended by various regional officials, including the President of the Tigray Interim Administration, Getachew Reda, and other senior regional government officials. Local community members, including religious leaders were at airport witnessing the landing of the domestic flight, which will be a vital means to revive Axum’s economy mainly from tourism that was shattered by the war. Video credit: Tigrai TV

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Mogadishu airport got its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner before Hargeisa airport. Don’t forget Ethiopian Airlines had only resumed flights to Somalia in 2018 after 44 years of ban. Hargeisa hosted its first Boeing 737 back in 2013. When will Reer Somaliland wake up about this bulshit and when will we held accountability for those who responsible on these fields???????
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Mogadishu airport got its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner before Hargeisa airport. Don’t forget Ethiopian Airlines had only resumed flights to Somalia in 2018 after 44 years of ban. Hargeisa hosted its first Boeing 737 back in 2013. When will Reer Somaliland wake up about this bulshit and when will we held accountability for those who responsible on these fields???????

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.U.S. Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs: I’m just coming back from Ethiopia … where we talked about our support to the new airport project. And it’s going to be probably the biggest airport in Africa and one of the biggest in the world. It’s a $10 billion project, probably more. Foreign Press Center Remarks:
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.U.S. Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs: I’m just coming back from Ethiopia … where we talked about our support to the new airport project. And it’s going to be probably the biggest airport in Africa and one of the biggest in the world. It’s a $10 billion project, probably more. Foreign Press Center Remarks:

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WHY DOES AIR CONGO BOEING 787 STILL HAVE AN ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES TAIL? The aircraft is operating for Air Congo under a wet-lease from Ethiopian Airlines, but the tail remains in Ethiopian colors because the rudder is a flight-control surface. Repainting or changing decals on the rudder can affect its balance, requiring additional maintenance, inspections, and recertification. Looks like Air Congo wanted it quick. 📹: Skystef

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Kristi Noem: "We've got the wall under construction. We've already contracted out over $13 billion in construction contracts ... it will be completed by January 2028."
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