Addis Ababa: A Beacon Of Progress, Welcoming The Spirit Of Africa

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Ethiopia is proud to announce that the 39th African Union (AU) Summit will be held in Addis Ababa from 14–15 February 2026. #AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit @realDonaldTrump, @elonmusk, @trevornoah pic.twitter.com/0arjoY22LT Share on X

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A historic gathering of Africa’s leaders, coming together in Addis Ababa that has long been the heart of continental unity. AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit @realDonaldTrump, @elonmusk, @trevornoah, @StateDept, @POTUS, @Reuters, @BBCWorld, @AJEnglish pic.twitter.com/dOzssdplNA Share on X

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Addis Ababa is ready to honor its distinguished guests: Every facility, every upgrade, and every service has been carefully prepared to make them feel at home more than at any time in history. #AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit @CNNi, @AP, @guardian pic.twitter.com/nsLAfZxPe6 Share on X

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Addis Ababa has always been home to our African brothers and sisters. However, today, we are not just hosting; we are excelling. The Capital of Africa finally has the excellent face it deserves. Welcome to a city that matches your greatness. #AfricaMeetsInAddis Share on X

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Africa must unite or perish.— Kwame Nkrumah. Today, Addis Ababa provides the modern infrastructure to make that unity tangible. We are no longer just dreaming of a united Africa; we are building the city where that future lives. #AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit Share on X

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For years, we welcomed our African brothers with open hearts but hidden faces, feeling the weight of the dust and the unfinished paths. Today, we stand tall. The New Addis means we no longer apologize for our streets—only invite you to walk them with pride @#AfricaMeetsInAddis Share on X

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Hosting the AU Summit empowers the city to transform—modern infrastructure, world-class resorts, and vibrant spaces—all crafted to match the respect and stature of its distinguished guests. @#AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit @africanews Share on X

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A true home doesn't close its doors at sunset. With our new Smart City lighting and 24-hour corridor security, Addis is now a city where you can walk freely at 2:00 AM just as easily as 2:00 PM. #AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit @_AfricanUnion pic.twitter.com/SzJPuUbHgT Share on X

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We are building a city where the New African Spirit—one of innovation, mutual economic integration, and digital connectivity—can thrive. Addis is the playground for the next generation of African entrepreneurs to meet, trade, and lead. #AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit Share on X

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We are reclaiming our space. The Adwa Victory Memorial and our new corridors are symbols of an assertive Ethiopia—one that invests in its infrastructure to serve as a beacon for all of Africa. A world-class hub for a world-class continent. @#AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit Share on X

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We are Ethiopians who believe Africa shouldn't have to look elsewhere for excellence. Your brothers, for your enjoyment, right here, build it. @#AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit @africanews or @TheAfricaReport, @MKBHD, @RTErdogan pic.twitter.com/ysdSaNboge Share on X

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True hospitality means giving visitors the freedom to choose their experience — from the calm greenery of Entoto to the vibrant energy of the Bole-Atlas area — creating a city where guests can move freely and discover their African home in their own way. @#AfricaMeetsInAddis Share on X

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Addis is more than a city; it is a living African tapestry—linking culture, museums, and new corridors into a smart, modern space where every African can see their identity reflected. @#AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit #AfricaMeetsInAddis USAmbUN pic.twitter.com/qHcyoDYfuH Share on X

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Whether you seek a midnight coffee or a sunrise stroll, your safety is our silent promise. Enjoy the freedom of a capital that works around the clock for you. #AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit @realDonaldTrump, @elonmusk, @trevornoah, @StateDept pic.twitter.com/nnIdhjSp8v Share on X

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By creating inclusive public spaces and a smart urban framework, we are setting a benchmark for what mutual growth looks like. Let this city be the symbol of our collective rise—a place where every African finds a piece of their own future #AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit Share on X

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We don't just build roads; we pave the way for your comfort. Our teams work through the night not for the praise of the world, but for the smile of an African brother who finally sees a capital that honors him. #AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit pic.twitter.com/VX1FNpogFB Share on X

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Ethiopia invites guests beyond Addis to discover its new face—modern resorts, stunning landscapes, and rich culture, from the calm waters of Wonchi to Gorgora on Lake Tana and Chebera Churchura. #AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit @POTUS, @Reuters pic.twitter.com/HkBhK1LwHM Share on X

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Haile Selassie once said: Africa’s destiny is in the hands of its people. Today, his vision is realized as Addis Ababa welcomes African leaders, offering a city reborn—modern, vibrant, and worthy of the continent’s dreams. #39thAUSummit @USAmbUN pic.twitter.com/L3B00Vgso9 Share on X

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Every upgraded corridor, every new resort, and every modernized facility reflects Ethiopia’s unwavering commitment to making Africa feel at home—more than at any other time in history. #AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit pic.twitter.com/h1Yn4DR8Fw Share on X

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Every corridor upgraded, every resort built and every facility improved reflects not only our current commitment to host African brothers with dignity but also lays the foundation for a city that will continue to grow and improve for the future #AfricaMeetsInAddis #39thAUSummit Share on X