PM Abiy Inaugurates 351-Hectare Riverside Development in Addis Ababa

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has inaugurated a 351-hectare, 10-kilometer riverside development project in Addis Ababa. The project is designed to integrate modern urban infrastructure with environmental restoration, public recreation, and expanded economic opportunities. It features pedestrian walkways, cycling lanes, children’s playgrounds, amphitheaters, and sports facilities, alongside eight fountains and water features.

The development also includes parking facilities and eight electric vehicle charging stations capable of servicing over 100 vehicles simultaneously. To support local livelihoods, the project incorporates a dedicated market center for residents to sell handicrafts and an agricultural produce mall to connect farmers directly with markets. The Prime Minister emphasized that the initiative reflects a vision for a greener, more accessible, and inclusive city for current and future generations.