Ethiopia and Ghana marked a milestone in their bilateral relations with the commissioning of Ghana’s new Embassy Chancery in Addis Ababa.

President John Dramani Mahama officiated the event, highlighting the strong historical bonds between the two nations and Ghana’s commitment to deepening diplomatic ties.

President Mahama praised Ethiopia’s transformation and lauded Addis Ababa as Africa’s diplomatic capital.

Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos described the chancery as “a physical manifestation of the enduring friendship and shared aspirations between the two nations,” noting its modern design and contribution to the city’s growing diplomatic landscape.

Minister Gedion also referenced the legacy of Kwame Nkrumah, emphasizing that the new mission will advance his vision of Pan-African unity. Ethiopia reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening ties with Ghana and collaborating toward the African Union’s Agenda 2063 for inclusive growth and sustainable development, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Both countries have historically played pivotal roles in Africa’s Pan-African movement. Ethiopia, one of the few African nations to resist colonization, became a symbol of African independence and unity, hosting the founding of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) in Addis Ababa in 1963.

Ghana, under President Nkrumah, was the first sub-Saharan African country to gain independence in 1957.

Nkrumah championed continental unity, inspired liberation movements, and hosted numerous Pan-African conferences.

The inauguration of Ghana’s new chancery in Addis Ababa continues this legacy, serving as a hub for diplomatic cooperation and the promotion of shared Pan-African ideals, including Africa’s political integration and sustainable development under the African Union’s Agenda 2063.