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Africa Has Never Seen a Project Like This Before. It's Set to Amaze the World.

Construction has begun in Ethiopia on one of the largest infrastructure projects in African history, the Bishoftu International Airport (BIA). The investment is estimated to cost approximately $12.5 billion and its scale could dwarf even the ambitious hubs in Dubai or Beijing.Bishoftu · Bishoftu Read Article

From Runways to Lounges: Inside the Architectural Vision of Bishoftu Airport

On January 10, 2026, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali laid the cornerstone for what will become Africa’s largest aviation infrastructure project. The Bishoftu International Airport, rising approximately 40 kilometers south of Addis Ababa, represents far more than concrete and steel—it embodies a continental vision carved from the very earth that inspired its design. A […] The post From Runways to Lounges: Inside the Architectural Vision o…Bishoftu · Bishoftu Read Article

The 6th National High School Human Rights Moot Court Competition Officially Launched - Ethiopian Human Rights Commission

The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) held a launch ceremony and discussion with regional and city administration education bureau coordinators for the 6th National Human Rights Moot Court Competition in Bishoftu city on December 21, 2018. Moot court competition coordinators from all regions and city administrations, as well as curriculum directors, participated in the program. Organized annually by EHRC, this competition aims to enhance…Bishoftu · Bishoftu Read Article

National Workshop on Mainstreaming Human Rights Education - Ethiopian Human Rights Commission

The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) organized a national workshop on human rights education from December 29 – 30, 2025 in Bishoftu. The workshop brought together representatives from the Ministry of Education, regional education bureaus, law schools, human rights centers, and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs). Participants of the workshop The workshop aimed to foster a common understanding of human rights education and current trends…Bishoftu · Bishoftu Read Article

Construction begins on Ethiopia's $12.5bn Bishoftu airport

Ethiopian Airlines (ET, Addis Ababa International) has announced the official commencement of construction on the country’s new USD12.5 billion Bishoftu International hub following a January 10 groundbreaking ceremony attended by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. The airline unveiled the four-runway-airport’s design and confirmed the completion of community resettlement efforts. Group CEO Mesfin Tasew said that the project, located 45km southeast of Ad…Ethiopian Airlines · Bishoftu See the Story

Facts about the new Bishoftu Airport set to become Africa’s biggest aviation hub

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The project was expected to cost $10 billion but was later revised to $12.5 billion due to inflation and other modifications.Ethiopian Airlines · Bishoftu See the Story

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

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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.Abiy Ahmed · Bishoftu See the Story

Ethiopian railway academy to support African integration

ETHIOPIA: Ethiopian Railways Corp has launched construction of the Bishoftu Railway Academy.Bishoftu · Bishoftu Read Article

በጋዜጠኞች፣ በመገናኛ ብዙኃን እና በሲቪል ማኅበረሰብ ድርጅቶች ነጻነት ላይ ከባለደርሻ አካላት ጋር የተካሄደ ውይይት - Ethiopian Human Rights Commission

The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is an independent federal state body established by Parliament as the national human rights institution with the mandate for the promotion and protection of human rights.Bishoftu · Bishoftu Read Article

Projects that will soon transform Ethiopia

Projects that will soon transform Ethiopia  -Nuclear power program and new oil refinery/gas facilities to boost energy independence and industry. -Development of a new, massive international airport near Bishoftu and ongoing railway network expansion. -A commitment to build 1.5 million new housing units. -A major fertilizer factory, including an agreement with Aliko Dangote. -Focus […] The post Projects that will soon transform Ethiopia first …Bishoftu · Bishoftu Read Article

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Africa Has Never Seen a Project Like This Before. It's Set to Amaze the World.

From Runways to Lounges: Inside the Architectural Vision of Bishoftu Airport

The 6th National High School Human Rights Moot Court Competition Officially Launched - Ethiopian Human Rights Commission

National Workshop on Mainstreaming Human Rights Education - Ethiopian Human Rights Commission

Construction begins on Ethiopia's $12.5bn Bishoftu airport

Facts about the new Bishoftu Airport set to become Africa’s biggest aviation hub

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

Ethiopian railway academy to support African integration

በጋዜጠኞች፣ በመገናኛ ብዙኃን እና በሲቪል ማኅበረሰብ ድርጅቶች ነጻነት ላይ ከባለደርሻ አካላት ጋር የተካሄደ ውይይት - Ethiopian Human Rights Commission

Projects that will soon transform Ethiopia

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Africa Has Never Seen a Project Like This Before. It's Set to Amaze the World.

From Runways to Lounges: Inside the Architectural Vision of Bishoftu Airport

The 6th National High School Human Rights Moot Court Competition Officially Launched - Ethiopian Human Rights Commission

National Workshop on Mainstreaming Human Rights Education - Ethiopian Human Rights Commission

Construction begins on Ethiopia's $12.5bn Bishoftu airport

Facts about the new Bishoftu Airport set to become Africa’s biggest aviation hub

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

Ethiopian railway academy to support African integration

በጋዜጠኞች፣ በመገናኛ ብዙኃን እና በሲቪል ማኅበረሰብ ድርጅቶች ነጻነት ላይ ከባለደርሻ አካላት ጋር የተካሄደ ውይይት - Ethiopian Human Rights Commission

Projects that will soon transform Ethiopia

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