Addis Ababa, February 15, 2026 (FMC) – The 39th African Union (AU) Assembly of Heads of State and Government concluded this afternoon with a unified call for peace, security, and continental unity.

Leaders emphasized strategic priorities, highlighting Africa’s shared responsibility to tackle conflict, advance development, and strengthen continental governance.

Under the AU’s 2026 theme, “Assuring Sustainable Water Availability and Safe Sanitation Systems to Achieve the Goals of Agenda 2063,” African heads of state reaffirmed their commitment to long-term development and regional integration.

The summit brought together African leaders, foreign ministers, diplomats, heads of continental institutions, and representatives from global organizations, including António Guterres, United Nations Secretary-General.

Addis Ababa, February 15, 2026 (FMC) – Renowned American economist and public policy analyst Jeffrey Sachs has hailed Ethiopia as one of the world’s most dynamic and forward-looking economies, attributing its rapid progress to visionary leadership, large-scale infrastructure investment, and bold macroeconomic reforms.

In an exclusive interview with local media on the sidelines of the African Union Summit, Sachs emphasized that Ethiopia is pursuing development with a long-term strategic outlook.

“Ethiopia is operating with a vision for the future, looking ahead 10 to 20 years,” he said, highlighting that sustained development requires deliberate planning and structural transformation.

Sachs, a professor at Columbia University and a leading advocate for sustainable development, described Ethiopia as one of the world’s most vibrant and rapidly evolving economies. He praised the country’s expansive investments in transport, energy, digital connectivity, and agriculture, noting that these sectors . . . 

Addis Ababa, February 15, 2026 (FMC) – On the second day of the 39th African Union Summit, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met with President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations between Ethiopia and South Africa.

The discussion focused on enhancing political, economic, and regional cooperation, reflecting the leaders’ commitment to closer ties and collaborative engagement on continental issues.

Addis Ababa, February 15, 2026 (FMC) — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed held a discussion today with President Salva Kiir Mayardit of South Sudan on the sidelines of the 39th African Union Summit here in Addis Ababa.

The discussions between onthe two leaders focused on regional peace and security issues, the Ethiopian Prime Minister said in a social media post after the meeting.

The 39th African Union Summit is on its second day and is expected to conclude this afternoon.

Addis Ababa, February 12, 2026 (FMC) – Ethiopia will co-host the Second Italy-Africa Summit in Addis Ababa on February 13, 2026, in partnership with the Government of the Italian Republic, the Office of the Prime Minister has announced.

The summit is expected to bring together leaders and high-level representatives from Africa and Italy to strengthen political and economic relations and advance cooperation in areas including trade, innovation, and investment.

According to the Office of the Prime Minister, the summit reflects Ethiopia’s commitment to fostering dialogue and partnership between Africa and Europe, with Addis Ababa serving as a platform for advancing shared development priorities.

Delegates arriving in the Ethiopian capital are set to participate in discussions aimed at deepening collaboration and promoting mutually beneficial engagement between Italy and African countries.

Addis Ababa, February 15, 2026 (FMC) – Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, held a series of bilateral meetings with African leaders on the sidelines of the second and closing day of the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa.

The meetings focused on strengthening bilateral relations, advancing continental cooperation, and exchanging views on shared regional and development priorities.

During the engagements, Prime Minister Abiy met with Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, to exchange views on continental matters and explore areas of cooperation between Ethiopia and Namibia.

Addis Ababa, February 15, 2026 (FMC) – On the margins of the ongoing 39th African Union Summit, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed personally congratulated President Évariste Ndayishimiye of Burundi on assuming the Chairpersonship of the African Union for 2026.

During their bilateral meeting, the leaders discussed a range of key issues and opportunities for enhanced cooperation and regional engagement, reflecting shared priorities for advancing peace, stability, and development across the continent.

This engagement forms part of Prime Minister Abiy’s series of bilateral engagements with fellow African leaders at the Summit, which continues this afternoon in Addis Ababa.

Addis Ababa, February 14, 2026 (FMC) — Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed, has extended his congratulations to the incumbent Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Mottley, on her election victory, which secured her third consecutive term in office.

In a message shared on his official social media platforms today, Prime Minister Abiy commended the people of Barbados for their democratic exercise and conveyed his best wishes to the incumbent Barbadian Prime Minister as she continues her leadership in advancing the prosperity and well‑being of the Barbadian people.

He also reaffirmed Ethiopia’s readiness to further strengthen bilateral relations and cooperation with Barbados.