President John Mahama has commissioned a newly constructed chancery for Ghana’s Embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
The announcement was made in a Facebook post by Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who characterised the edifice as far more than a mere administrative building.
President Mahama described the facility as a demonstration of Ghana’s commitment to multilateralism and African unity.
The newly completed building, which will serve as the diplomatic hub for Ghana in Ethiopia, is expected to strengthen bilateral relations between Ghana and Ethiopia while reinforcing Ghana’s active engagement within the African Union (AU), headquartered in Addis Ababa.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, President Mahama said the edifice represents more than physical infrastructure, noting that it symbolises Ghana’s firm belief in the AU vision and its resolve to deepen cooperation with Ethiopia and other African states.
The commissioning, according to President Mahama, also signals Ghana’s readiness to assume the chairmanship of the African Union next year.
The chancery project has a decade-long history, dating back to 2016 when funding was secured under the SG-SSB facility.
Although construction later stalled due to economic challenges, work resumed after the government settled outstanding Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs) last year.
At the ceremony, appreciation was extended to Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister, Gedion Timothewos, who attended as a special guest.
The President also commended officials at Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, embassy staff, the Ethiopian contractor, and the Ghanaian consultant for their roles in completing the project.
The new chancery is expected to enhance Ghana’s diplomatic operations in Addis Ababa and strengthen its presence at the continental level.
