🛫 Big moves in African aviation! Ethiopia has kicked off construction of a brand-new mega hub next to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, which is bursting at its 25 million passengers/year limit. 🌍🚀
On Saturday, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced on X that Bishoftu International Airport (BIA) — about 40 km southeast of the capital — will become the continent's largest aviation infrastructure project ever. Imagine a sprawling complex with multiple runways and terminals built to ease congestion and handle millions more flyers.
For South and Southeast Asians who often connect through Addis Ababa on routes to Europe or the Americas, this means smoother layovers, more flight options, and possibly lower fares down the road. Think of it as a future “Changi-level” hub rising in the Horn of Africa! 🇪🇹✈️
Construction is set to roll throughout 2026, with planners aiming for phased openings in the coming years. As the world’s skies get busier, Ethiopia is betting on BIA to put itself on the global travel map and boost trade, tourism, and jobs.
Stay tuned to see how this mega airport takes shape! 📲✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
