Africa-Press – Ethiopia. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced that Ethiopia’s first-ever Artificial Intelligence (AI) university will become operational next Ethiopian year, a major milestone in the country’s technological and educational development.
Addressing Members of the House of People’s Representatives (HPR) today, the Prime Minister underscored that Ethiopia is fast-tracking the development of artificial intelligence as part of its national reform agenda, expanding investments in technology, digital skills, and innovation to boost the country’s global competitiveness.
“The development of artificial intelligence is among our first priorities,” he said, noting that AI is now embedded at the highest level of government policy.
He added that while artificial intelligence has yet to become a central agenda in many African countries —and even in several governments worldwide, Ethiopia has moved swiftly to institutionalize the sector.
The premier emphasized that preparing today is essential to succeed in tomorrow’s increasingly competitive global environment.
The government is, therefore, prioritizing youth empowerment to ensure long-term national success.
PM Abiy underlined that positioning technology as one of Ethiopia’s five pillars of economic growth represents a strategic investment in future generations.
According to him, Ethiopia is opening a new chapter in its development journey by placing artificial intelligence at the center of national transformation efforts.
Prime Minister Abiy revealed that construction is underway on a large-scale AI university, described as the second largest of its kind in the world, and confirmed that the institution is progressing rapidly toward becoming functional within months.
Drawing a parallel with past national achievements, he stated that just as earlier generations established Ethiopian Airlines and transformed it into a globally recognized carrier, the AI university is expected to usher in a new era of opportunity and innovation for Ethiopia’s children.
He also pointed to the Five Million Coders initiative designed to equip young people with future-oriented skills.
“Our goal is to train five million coders, and we have already reached three million,” he said. “This is about creating a generation that can use technology, develop applications, and drive innovation.”
According to the Prime Minister, these initiatives — combined with investments in education and digital skills, are expected to drive systemic change and strengthen Ethiopia’s position in the global digital economy.
He further noted that this technology-driven investment will enhance Ethiopia’s global competitiveness while serving as a lasting foundation of knowledge, innovation, and wisdom for generations to come.
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