HAPPY AFRICA DAY TO ALL OUR AFRICAN BROTHERS AND SISTERS!
63 years ago, our forefathers gathered right here in Addis Ababa and dared to dream of a free, united Africa, and that dream still burns bright.
Today, as the proud home of the African Union, Ethiopia stands shoulder to shoulder with every African nation in that same spirit of unity.The work is far from over. Let us move from words to action, from promises to progress.
Africa's greatest resource has always been her people, and together, WE RISE!
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Extracts from the 100 Days Reporting and 9-Month Performance of these six flagship initiatives under the Homegrown Economic Reform Agenda are delivering visible progress across the nation.
• Green Legacy: Forest coverage has reached 23.6%. Farmers’ incomes are rising, green jobs are being created, soil and water are conserved, and ecosystems are healthier than ever.
• National Wheat Development: Ethiopia is achieving food security and sovereignty. New farming knowledge is spreading, raw materials now supply local industries, costly imports are being replaced, jobs are growing, and farmers’ incomes are increasing.
• Bounty of the Basket: Agricultural inputs are increasing, and productivity is rising. Nutritious food is now more accessible and affordable, small-scale trade is thriving, and the environment is better protected.
• Digital Ethiopia: Legal, finance, and ID systems are going digital. Internet access and online services are expanding, mobile payments are booming, and e-commerce is saving citizens time and money.
• Urban and Rural Corridors: Urban infrastructure is being upgraded with green transport. Quality of life is improving, local trade is awakening, and stronger links are connecting cities and rural areas.
• Made in Ethiopia: Manufacturing capacity is improving, and value addition is increasing. Imports are being substituted, foreign exchange earnings are growing, input supplies are stronger, and new jobs are being created.
These highlight how each pillar is turning challenges into opportunities and building a stronger, self-reliant Ethiopia.
This morning, we begin the third 100-day review of government performance for the past year alongside a comprehensive assessment of the past nine months.
We have moved away from an economy once characterized by a weak institutional and political framework that was not conducive to growth, limited private sector participation, and an ineffective regulatory environment. The private sector itself faced low competitiveness, while numerous state-owned enterprises operated inefficiently, burdened by high levels of debt. Productivity remained low, and the economy was highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.
In response, we have adopted a new, pragmatic political economy approach. This shift has enabled the achievement of strong, double-digit growth momentum. Currently, the economy is growing at 9.2%, and we expect this to rise to 10.2% in the coming year. Sectorally, we are advancing targeted growth objectives: 7.9% in agriculture, 13.2% in industry, and 9.3% in services. These efforts reflect our commitment to building a more resilient, competitive, and inclusive economy.
Day one in the Bale Zone has shown us the powerful nexus between natural wonders and development progress. The Bale Mountains National Park, with its remarkable diversity, continues to be one of the cornerstones of our tourism pillar. This potential will soon be strengthened by the completion of the Dinsho Lodge, located at the heart of the park. While nearby, the Sof Omer Luxury Lodge, now nearing completion, is designed to advance Ethiopia’s Ten-Year Strategic Plan by positioning tourism as a key driver of economic growth. The lodge will elevate visitors’ experiences at the Sof Omer Cave, offering premium accommodation and leisure facilities and is complemented by the Sof Omer Cave Development Project.
In the realm of road infrastructure, the Robe–Goro–Sof Omer–Ginir Junction Road Upgrading Project plays a vital role in linking the highly productive agricultural zones of East Bale and Bale with central Ethiopia. This connection not only improves accessibility and economic integration but also facilitates travel between major attractions such as the Sof Omer Cave and Bale Mountains National Park. Built to high standards with dual asphalt concrete layers, the project covers 29 kilometers of urban and rural roads and includes five bridges ranging from 12 to 140 meters in length.
We concluded the day with a review of the Weib River Flood Control Project, which aims to regulate water flow inside the Sof Omer Cave, ensuring year-round accessibility and safeguarding the cave’s ecosystem. Together, these initiatives reflect our unwavering commitment to sustainable development.
Congratulations to the awardees of the 7th Annual Loyal Taxpayers Recognition Ceremony!
Last year, we promised that your tax contributions would be invested in vital public goods and national projects essential for our collective progress. Today, the transformation visible across our city’s corridors stands as living testimony to that promise. Remember, your efforts today are shaping a better future for the next generation. As we continue to strengthen systems to eliminate corruption, I urge all taxpayers to reject anyone engaged in such harmful practices. Together, we can build a transparent, accountable, and prosperous nation.
In Calub, Somali Region, we inaugurate the first phase of the Ogaden Liquified Natural Gas Project, with an annual production capacity of 111 million liters. At the same time, we launch the second phase, which will add a capacity of 1.33 billion liters per year. Beyond liquified natural gas, this facility also contributes significantly to energy generation, with a production capacity of 1,000 megawatts.
Importantly, the plant is not just a gas facility. It serves as a cornerstone of our food sovereignty efforts by providing essential input for fertilizer production. It also supplies critical resources for our energy and crypto-mining initiatives. Without a doubt, all the mega projects we inaugurated today in the Somali Region, collectively valued at USD 10 billion including associated infrastructure, will be carried through to completion, as we have always been committed to finishing what we start.
The Jigjiga we have seen today is markedly different from the one we visited just last January. Across the city, thousands of new housing units are being built to meet the pressing needs of citizens, while corridor development projects are visibly enhancing wellbeing in every area where they have begun. As we modernize our urban centers, we must remain mindful that we are not only building for today, but also laying the foundation for tomorrow. We must remember that our vision must be rooted in what is essential for us as Africans and Ethiopians.
In this spirit, the Somali Region is unlocking new opportunities through tourism, with the Dine project, near completion, bringing fresh value to the eastern part of our country. Overall, the progress we have witnessed, speaks to an awakening that is now taking hold in Jigjiga and across the region.
Today marks a historic occasion for all Ethiopians as we lay the foundation stone for two transformative projects: the urea fertilizer plant, to be developed by Ethiopian Investment Holdings in partnership with the Dangote Group, and the Gode Oil Refinery, to be constructed by Golden Concord Group Limited (GCL).
The Gode Oil Refinery will have a production capacity of 3.5 million tons per year, utilizing crude oil and condensate from the Hilala oil field. Meanwhile, the fertilizer plant, with a capacity of 3 million tons annually, will rely on natural gas from the Calub gas fields, delivered through a 108 km pipeline.
These projects represent more than industrial progress. They embody our shared responsibility to harness opportunities, strengthen cooperation, and promote peace. Hence I call upon all Ethiopians to continue mobilizing in unity for progress. By doing so, we elevate Ethiopia’s presence on the global stage in a way that honors the true spirit of our Ethiopian identity.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and First Lady Zinash Tayachew, together with Deputy Prime Ministers Temesgen Tiruneh and Adam Farah, arrived in Jigjiga City accompanied by a high-level delegation. During their visit, they will review and assess various development projects currently underway in the region.
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For over a decade, we have led Africa in green energy, with the Renaissance Dam as our enduring symbol of progress. Now we reach higher embracing nuclear technology, to power innovation, secure food, heal, and shape the future.
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