ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia —(Horn post) The Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, has entered the final phase of preparations ahead of the African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government Summit, which is set to officially open in the coming days at the AU headquarters.
Security across the city has been heightened, with Ethiopian federal authorities deploying additional police units and strengthening access control around key venues, hotels, and major transport corridors. Roads surrounding the African Union complex have undergone temporary traffic adjustments to facilitate the movement of delegations.
According to organizers, logistical arrangements are nearing completion, including accommodation for heads of state, senior officials, and diplomatic delegations arriving from across the continent. Conference halls, media centers, and protocol facilities have been upgraded to meet international standards.
The summit is expected to focus on peace and security in Africa, economic integration, institutional reforms of the African Union, and responses to humanitarian and climate-related challenges affecting several regions of the continent. Regional conflicts and political transitions are also expected to feature prominently on the agenda.
Diplomatic sources indicate that bilateral and multilateral meetings will take place on the sidelines of the summit, providing an opportunity for African leaders to discuss cooperation, mediation efforts, and development partnerships.
Addis Ababa, which hosts the African Union’s permanent headquarters, regularly serves as a diplomatic hub during AU summits, attracting extensive international media coverage and high-level participation.
Horn post staff reporter
Hargeisa Somaliland.
