Ethiopia’s Bishoftu International Airport — described as the largest aviation infrastructure project in Africa’s history — carries a $12.5bn price tag and is under construction 40km south of Addis Ababa. Initial capacity 60-80 million passengers per year, expandable to 120 million. It will become Ethiopian Airlines’ primary hub.
Project Details
Key Issues / Risks
$12.5bn exceeds Ethiopia's entire annual budget. Full financing package not publicly confirmed. Ethiopian macro environment (post-civil war, debt restructuring) adds risk.
Latest Development (Detail)
Described as Africa's largest aviation infrastructure project in May 2026. Construction underway as of mid-2026.
What Happens Next
Construction milestone announcements and financing confirmations.
Commercial Opportunity
Africa's largest planned airport — procurement covers terminal, airfield civil works, navigation systems, cargo, MRO.