Addis Ababa, November 1, 2025 (FMC) – The Office of the Prime Minister (PMO) reported that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s activities in October 2025 highlighted Ethiopia’s accelerating drive toward industrial self-reliance, rural transformation, digital governance, and regional cooperation.
The month saw the launch and inspection of multiple strategic projects spanning energy, agriculture, urban development, and tourism.
A cornerstone of the government’s industrial push was the foundation-laying ceremony for Ethiopia’s urea fertilizer plant, developed in partnership with the Dangote Group. The facility, which will produce three million tons annually, will utilize natural gas from the Calub fields transported via a 108-kilometer pipeline. Officials said the plant is central to Ethiopia’s goal of fertilizer self-sufficiency and boosting agricultural productivity.
In the Somali Region, the Prime Minister inaugurated the Gode Oil Refinery, capable of processing 3.5 million tons of crude oil and condensate per year from the Hilala oil field. The first phase of the Ogaden Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Project in Calub was also opened, producing 111 million liters annually and generating 1,000 megawatts of energy, supporting both fertilizer production and industrial electricity needs.
During a visit to Jigjiga, Abiy observed rapid urban transformation, including thousands of new housing units and corridor development projects improving public infrastructure. The near-completion of the Dine for Generations Project was highlighted for its potential to boost tourism and stimulate regional economic growth.
In Addis Ababa, the Prime Minister toured the Sar Bet–German Square corridor development project, spanning 589 hectares and including 16.5 kilometers of asphalt roads, 33 kilometers of pedestrian walkways, plazas, recreational facilities, riverbank enhancements, and more than 1,100 commercial shops. Officials said the project reflects Ethiopia’s broader urban modernization strategy.
Rural development was also advanced in October. The Prime Minister presided over the handover of model villages constructed under the Rainy Season Voluntary Scheme in the Halaba, Kembatta, Hadiya, and Silte zones. Each home features solar power, biogas systems, sanitation facilities, and animal shelters, improving hygiene, comfort, and productivity for rural families. Officials said the program aims to expand nationwide, with a target of 100 new houses per zone next year.
In East Shewa Zone of Oromia Region, Abiy reviewed the rainy season wheat harvest, launched summer wheat production, and assessed mechanized farming clusters for bananas, papayas, and fish. He also inaugurated the Welmel River Irrigation Project in Delo-Mena Woreda, Bale Zone, which will irrigate 9,687 hectares and benefit 20,000 farming households, enhancing drought resilience, food security, and rural employment.
At the Koysha Project site, the Prime Minister convened a strategic review with the Council of Ministers to assess macroeconomic performance for the first 100 days of the 2018 Ethiopian Fiscal Year. The review highlighted a 9.2 percent GDP growth rate for the 2017 fiscal year and noted the nation’s resilience amid global economic uncertainty.
Building on the Digital 2025 Strategy, Abiy announced the forthcoming Digital 2030 Strategy to further enhance automation and public service delivery. He commended the Federal Supreme Court for implementing a Smart Court System with automated transcription, virtual hearings, and an Integrated Case Management System covering 24 federal branches. Officials said the system improves transparency and accessibility in the judicial process.
The Prime Minister also attended the launch of Pulse of Africa, a pan-African media platform aimed at amplifying African perspectives and promoting continental unity. He toured key tourism projects in Bale Zone, including Bale Mountains National Park, Dinsho Lodge, Sof Omer Luxury Lodge, and the Rira Eco Lodge, which integrate natural heritage with economic development. Infrastructure upgrades, such as the Robe–Goro–Sof Omer–GinirJunction dual asphalt road with five bridges and the Weib River Flood Control Project, aim to enhance mobility, protect ecosystems, and expand sustainable tourism opportunities.
In Parliament, Abiy highlighted Ethiopia’s progress in economic reform, diversification, and infrastructure development. He cited agricultural expansion, record-high export revenues, growing foreign reserves, and emphasized debt management, targeted subsidies, youth training, digitalization, and modernized service delivery. He reaffirmed Ethiopia’s commitment to national unity, peaceful political transition, and democratic consolidation. On foreign policy, he stressed Ethiopia’s equitable use of Nile waters and pursuit of historical maritime access through dialogue, linking domestic growth with regional prosperity.
On the international front, Abiy led Ethiopia’s delegation to the 24th COMESA Summit in Nairobi under the theme “Leveraging Digitalization to Deepen Regional Value Chains for Sustainable and Inclusive Growth.” He also held bilateral meetings with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Cyprus Foreign Minister Dr. Constantinos Kombos to strengthen political and economic cooperation.
At the 7th Annual Loyal Taxpayers Recognition Ceremony, the Prime Minister celebrated citizens and businesses for their contributions to national development, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and the importance of tax revenues in funding public infrastructure and services.
Through October 2025, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s multi-sectoral engagements reflected Ethiopia’s ongoing commitment to industrial growth, rural development, digital governance, and regional cooperation, signaling a sustained push toward inclusive and sustainable national progress.