Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed today welcomed Nigerian billionaire and industrialist Aliko Dangote for discussions on strategic investment opportunities in Ethiopia. The meeting focused on areas aimed at addressing the nation's critical development needs.
"I had the pleasure of welcoming my brother, Aliko Dangote, today," Prime Minister Abiy tweeted following their meeting. "We held in-depth discussions on strategic investment areas aimed at addressing Ethiopia’s pressing needs. I look forward to our continued and strengthened cooperation."
Dangote Cement, a subsidiary of the Dangote Group, already operates a significant cement plant in Ethiopia, making it one of the largest foreign investments in the country's manufacturing sector. Today's talks signal a potential expansion of their collaborative efforts.