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Ethiopian Airlines CEO receives leadership award at African prosperity event
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Ethiopian Airlines has announced that its Group CEO, Mr. Mesfin Tasew, received the "Leadership in Connecting Africa through Transport Award" at the Africa Prosperity Champions Awards. The award was presented during a gala dinner on February 1, 2025, at the Kempinski Gold Coast Hotel in Accra, Ghana.

Mr. Mesfin Tasew expressed his appreciation for the honor by stating, “I am deeply honored to receive this award on behalf of the current and previous visionary leaders of Ethiopian Airlines. It is also a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire Ethiopian Airlines team. Our mission has always been to connect Africa and facilitate economic growth through seamless air transport. This award motivates us to continue our efforts in enhancing connectivity and supporting the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).”

The award recognizes significant contributions to improving transport infrastructure and connectivity across Africa. Ethiopian Airlines has expanded its network to over 65 destinations within Africa, modernized its fleet, and invested in advanced cargo facilities.

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Ethiopian Airlines continues its mission of connecting Africa with the world, promoting economic integration, and supporting aviation industry development on the continent. The airline plays a crucial role in facilitating trade, tourism, and business opportunities across Africa.

This year's theme for the Africa Prosperity Dialogues was “Delivering Africa’s Single Market Through Infrastructure: Invest, Connect, and Integrate.” It aligns with Ethiopian Airlines’ goal of creating connections that support a single African market.

Ethiopian Airlines is recognized as one of the fastest-growing airlines globally and holds a leading position among African carriers. It operates a young fleet serving more than 150 destinations worldwide. The airline follows a multi-hub strategy with hubs in Lomé (Togo), Lilongwe (Malawi), and Lusaka (Zambia).

Having achieved its Vision 2025 strategic plan ahead of schedule, Ethiopian is now implementing Vision 2035 with aims to be among the top 20 competitive aviation groups globally. The airline has won numerous awards including Skytrax’s ‘Best Airline in Africa Award’ for seven consecutive years.

For more information visit www.ethiopianairlines.com

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