U.S. Embassy Addis

Official account of U.S. Embassy Addis Ababa. Celebrating 121 years of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Ethiopia. Terms of use:

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We wish a joyful Meskel to all who are celebrating.

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U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin J. Massinga’s Statement on Recent Developments in Tigray and Afar: “I am disappointed to see the leadership of the TPLF, that the United States sanctioned earlier this year, make the poor decision to launch a large-scale offensive today. Rejecting dialogue sponsored by the AU under President Obasanjo and engaging in an unwinnable fight does nothing for the people. Other armed groups would be wise to avoid this. While the U.S. has tools to sanction additional leaders who try to push Ethiopia down the wrong path, I still believe a reasonable political dialogue is the right way to go.”
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We are now accepting applications to the 2027 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. Ethiopian young leaders ages 25–35 can explore three institute tracks: Business and Trade, Emerging Technologies, and Governance and Security.
Choose the track that best matches your experience and goals and submit your application today. The application will remain open through Tuesday, October 13.
Learn more and apply: https://t.co/jd5CNTDGcM
#MandelaWashingtonFellowship #YALI #MWF2027

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Life-saving, U.S.-funded humanitarian aid must reach IDPs in the Tigray Region and throughout Ethiopia. Climatic conditions threaten even more vulnerable populations, making our assistance, coupled with assistance provided by the Ethiopian government, essential in the coming months. All parties must commit to that principle.

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The U.S. Government condemns the recent drone strike on a @CatholicRelief humanitarian assistance convoy in Tigray. We urge authorities to conduct a full investigation and share findings to prevent any such incidents occurring again. Parties should immediately engage in dialogue to resolve political differences peacefully.

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Food on sticks. Butter sculptures. Competitive quilting. State fairs are uniquely American, bringing people together to celebrate local music, food, culture, and art. For America’s 250th birthday, all 50 states are coming together for the Great American State Fair: a coast-to-coast celebration of state pride. Learn more about American State fairs: https://t.co/L3kIgcQwlo

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Two days, 120 alumni, one clear message: Ethiopia's exchange alumni are ready to do business. The Freedom 250 Alumni Summit closed today in Addis Ababa with concrete 90-day action plans across agribusiness, technology, higher education, and digital health — built under the guidance of facilitator Dr. Walter McCollum.

Chargé d'Affaires Catherine Rodriguez capped the Summit by presenting the inaugural Alumni Impact Award to three recipients honored for engaging the alumni network, driving lasting impact from their exchange programs, and growing local businesses that strengthen commercial ties to the United States.

"As alumni, you bring deep knowledge of the Ethiopian market, trusted professional networks, and the ability to connect local opportunities with American businesses and institutions," Rodriguez said. "Now comes the most important part: implementation."
Regional alumni chapters will hold monthly check-ins over the next three months to keep these plans on track.

Thank you to our @USalumnieth, U.S. companies, @AmChamEthiopia, @EthioInvestment, the Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce, and @ESXEthiopia for two days that turned connections into commitments. https://t.co/alWJ4t3U0J

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#Freedom250 #USinEthiopia #ExchangeAlumni #Fulbright #MandelaWashingtonFellowship #IVLP #HumphreyAlumni

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Ethiopia and the United States mean business. On September 15, the U.S. Embassy convened 120 Ethiopian alumni of U.S. exchange programs alongside @AmChamEthiopia, @EthioInvestment, and U.S. company leaders for Day One of the #Freedom250 Alumni Summit. The focus of the summit, “Connecting Alumni, Growing U.S. Business Partnerships,” signaled a direct push to empower exchange alumni as commercial bridges between Ethiopia and the United States.
State Department’s Assistant Secretary @ECA_AS headlined Day One with a video message affirming President Trump’s support for the efforts of the 6,000+ member alumni network to advance U.S.-Ethiopia commercial ties.
The opening panel didn't hold back. Habtamu Belay (Ethiopian Investment Commission), Bernadette Stewart (U.S. Commercial Service), and Berhane Demissie (AmCham Ethiopia) tackled the real barriers to U.S.-Ethiopia trade, with one panelist naming the "unpriceable" cost of policy unpredictability as the single biggest obstacle facing investors today. Wintana Kidane of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange added her voice to the day's keynotes.
Alumni also heard from KassahunMamo (Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce), @SolomonMKassa, Omer Bomba Mohammed, and Theo Theoharis, with Dr. Walter McCollum facilitating the day's discussions on positioning alumni as trusted advisors to U.S. companies.
Opening the Summit, Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Adrienne Nutzman put it plainly: "Our exchange alumni are more than program graduates. You are leaders, entrepreneurs, and trusted voices who understand both the Ethiopian market and the United States. And you are uniquely positioned to connect the two." @USalumnieth @StateIVLP
#Freedom250 #USinEthiopia #ExchangeAlumni #Fulbright #MandelaWashingtonFellowship #IVLP #HumphreyAlumni

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Explore the role that faith played in shaping the early ideals and institutions of the United States in this episode of The Story of America: The Faith of Our Founders. Watch the video to dive deeper into this important chapter of American history.
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The EducationUSA Advising Center at the U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa, in collaboration with the International Community School of Addis Ababa (ICS), is hosting over 20 top U.S. colleges and universities at the upcoming U.S. Education Fair. This event offers prospective undergraduate and graduate students a unique opportunity to meet directly with admissions representatives and explore higher education opportunities in the United States. Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the ICS. Please register now to confirm your attendance: https://t.co/mTQiu0hGEM

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The U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa will be closed on September 11, 2026, in observance of the Ethiopian New Year and will resume normal operations on September 14, 2026. The Embassy extends joyful Enkutatash to all who are celebrating.

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Happy Ethiopian New Year!

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On the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, U.S. Embassy Addis Ababa honors and remembers the lives lost, as well as the heroes -- firefighters, police officers, first responders, and many others -- who risked everything to save lives in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

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The EducationUSA Advising Center at the U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa, in collaboration with the International Community School of Addis Ababa (ICS), is hosting over 20 top U.S. colleges and universities at the upcoming U.S. Education Fair. This event offers prospective undergraduate and graduate students a unique opportunity to meet directly with admissions representatives and explore higher education opportunities in the United States. Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the ICS. Please register now to confirm your attendance: https://t.co/mTQiu0hGEM

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In this episode of Limitless Africa, the team explores how African businesses can break into the U.S. market. Whether it’s a homeware brand in Togo, a clean beauty maker in South Africa, or a jewelry manufacturer in Kenya, many entrepreneurs are eager to reach American consumers shopping at places like Target, Etsy, or Bloomingdale’s. And it’s not a one-way street, U.S. retailers are actively seeking high quality, unique African products that will excite their customers. That’s where entrepreneurs like Ella Peinovich come in. As the cofounder of PoweredByPeople, a multichannel distribution platform, she helps independent African brands connect with over 100 million customers across more than 200 global retailers and marketplaces. Through digital innovation and expanded market access, Ella is opening doors for African creators in powerful new ways. Tune in! https://t.co/ha3AUuRALR

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In Shashemene, Assistant Secretary Garcia saw firsthand the strong demand for high-quality John Deere tractors, with hundreds of pre-sold units ready for delivery at the Kegna Agricultural Equipment Manufacturing factory. Accompanied by Oromia Region President Shimelis Abdisa and Shashemene Mayor Adane Tekle Giorgis, Assistant Secretary Garcia also discussed how peace and security are key to unlocking more investment opportunities.

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Assistant Secretary Garcia met with Ethiopian Airlines CEO Mesfin Tasew to deepen commercial aviation ties and the airline’s longstanding relationship with Boeing. The Assistant Secretary is committed to ensuring American investment and technology is the foundation of the Bishoftu International Airport. As part of our commitment to that vision, U.S. Development Finance Corporation aims to deploy a sizable investment to promote lending to small and medium enterprises associated with the airport and its surrounding area to promote growth and spark new development that will provide true non-stop flights between the United States and Ethiopia while creating jobs for the people of both countries.

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During his meeting with Ethiopian Minister of Finance Ahmed Shide, Assistant Secretary Garcia advocated for key U.S. commercial bids for the Bishoftu International Airport and the Kenticha mine. The U.S. welcomes Ethiopia's market liberalization and fiscal reforms to foster sustained economic growth and development.

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Assistant Secretary Frank Garcia met with Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos to discuss a range of issues. Highlighting the direct link between peace and economic growth, Assistant Secretary Garcia urged progress on regional stability and de-escalating conflict in the Horn of Africa.

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Assistant Secretary Garcia heard from U.S. businesses directly at a lunch with the American Chamber of Commerce in Ethiopia @amchamethiopia, where he exchanged ideas with leading businesspeople on improving the environment for American businesses and investors.