Addis International Convention Center-Goro-VIP Airport Corridor Completed, Reflecting Transformative Vision of Capital's Ongoing Corridor Development Initiative

Strategic Insights -

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) recently reviewed the newly completed 12.74 km Addis International Convention Center-Goro-VIP Airport corridor, a flagship project under the capital's corridor development initiative. The project incorporates 29 km of pedestrian walkways, 15.27 km of dedicated bicycle lanes, expanded road lanes, a new alternative route linking Goro to Bole International Airport, and extensive riverside development along the corridor. The Premier stated that the project reflects the transformative vision of the city's ongoing corridor approach and highlighted the creation of jobs, enhanced urban accessibility, and strengthened infrastructure.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Addis International Convention Center-Goro-VIP Airport corridor is a 12.74 km stretch that features 29 km of pedestrian walkways, 15.27 km of dedicated bicycle lanes, and expanded road lanes.
  • The corridor also includes a new alternative route linking Goro to Bole International Airport and extensive riverside development along the corridor.
  • The project has created jobs, enhanced urban accessibility, and strengthened the city's infrastructure, according to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
  • The corridor is integrated with seven sports centers, car parks, taxi and bus terminals, cafes, restaurants, public toilets, and other public facilities.
  • The project reflects the transformative vision of the city's ongoing corridor development initiative.
  • The Prime Minister emphasized that Ethiopia's progress remains steady across all sectors and that the country will continue to transform the rest of the city, with half already addressed.

Statistics:

  • The corridor is a 12.74 km stretch.
  • It features 29 km of pedestrian walkways.
  • It features 15.27 km of dedicated bicycle lanes.
  • The corridor is integrated with seven sports centers.
  • The corridor includes expanded road lanes.
  • The project has created jobs and enhanced urban accessibility.
  • Extensive riverside development has been undertaken along the corridor.

Sources:

  • Ethiopian Press Agency
  • Social media post by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD)