Turin University Proposes Additional 4 Million Euros for Genete Leul Palace

The Polytechnic University of Turin in Italy has proposed an additional 4 million euros for the restoration of the historic Genete Leul Palace in Addis Ababa. This funding proposal aims to double the project's original budget, bringing the total cost to 8 million euros. If approved, the additional resources will extend the project's anticipated completion timeline from 2027 to 2030. Dr. Yohannes Adgeh, executive director of the Institute of Ethiopian Studies, is leading the coordination efforts for this restoration project. The initiative seeks to preserve the palace's architectural and historical significance.