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Ethiopian Airlines Launches $12.5B Bishoftu Airport Project

January 11, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Ethiopian Airlines starts construction on Bishoftu International Airport.
The $12.5 billion project will be Africa's largest aviation hub.
First phase completion expected by 2030.
Airport designed to handle 110 million passengers annually.

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Strategic Implications

This development may signal a significant shift in Africa's aviation landscape, potentially narrowing the continent's infrastructure gap. The large-scale investment could strengthen Ethiopian Airlines' competitive position and may set a precedent for future airport developments in the region.

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What Happened

Africa's Largest Aviation Hub Takes Shape Near Bishoftu City

Ethiopian Airlines has launched the construction of Bishoftu International Airport, a $12.5 billion infrastructure project aimed at becoming Africa’s largest aviation hub. The airport, located near Bishoftu city in Ethiopia’s Oromia region, will feature four runways and capacity for up to 270 aircraft. Once fully operational, it is expected to handle approximately 110 million passengers annually, relieving pressure on Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. The project is expected to create employment opportunities for over 26,000 aviation professionals and is positioned as a strategic logistics and connectivity hub. This development was first reported by AeroTime.

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