Ethiopia is planning to invest in infrastructure in its capital

A major programme of infrastructure investment is planned for Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa. The five year plan will see some US$8.17 billion being spent over the next five year period. Road construction has been identified as a top priority by the Ethiopian Government. Investment in roads will increase by 76% over the $1.64 billion spent in the previous five year period.
August 27, 2013 Read time: 1 min
A major programme of infrastructure investment is planned for Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa. The five year plan will see some US$8.17 billion being spent over the next five year period. Road construction has been identified as a top priority by the Ethiopian Government. Investment in roads will increase by 76% over the $1.64 billion spent in the previous five year period.
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