Ethiopia: Addis Launches Building of 'Africa's Largest Airport'

Ethiopia: Addis Launches Building of 'Africa's Largest Airport'

Addis Abeba -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Saturday laid the foundation stone for the Bishoftu International Airport, poised to become Africa's largest aviation hub, while the Oromo Liberation Front (OLF) condemned the project as involving "forced displacement," alleging that thousands of residents are being uprooted and demanding ownership stakes for affected farmers.

Bishoftu International Airport project redefines African aviation - TravelBiz Monitor: India travel news, travel trends, tourism

Construction of Bishoftu International Airport officially began on January 10, 2026, marking a major milestone in the expansion of Africa’s aviation infrastructure. The groundbreaking ceremony was held in Bishoftu and formally launched the development of what is expected to become a transformative aviation hub for the continent. The historic event was attended by Ethiopia’s Prime Minister, His Excellency Abiy Ahmed, along with senior ministers, …

Massive Build Starts: Ethiopia Launches Construction of Africa’s Largest Airport

Ethiopia’s New Mega Airport Project The project is being built near Bishoftu, roughly a short drive southeast of Addis Ababa, in a corridor already linked with industry, transport, and expanding towns. The site choice signals a shift away from squeezing more capacity out of the existing airport footprint. It is a clean-slate build, and that […]

Ethiopian Airlines marks groundbreaking of Bishoftu International Airport Construction

Ethiopian Airlines Group has announced the official construction commencement of Bishoftu International Airport. Construction began on January 10, 2026, following an official groundbreaking ceremony. The historic event was graced by His Excellency Dr. Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic…

Ethiopia Breaks Ground on Africa's Largest Airport Project

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ethiopia-breaks-ground-on-africas-largest-airport-project/Ethiopian Airlines has launched construction of Bishoftu International Airport, a $12.5 billion project that officials describe as the largest aviation infrastructure development in African history. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Ethiopian Airlines Group chief executive officer (CEO) Mesfin …