Bethesda American Medical Plaza Poised to Boost Addis Ababa's Medical Tourism, Mayor Adanech Abiebie Says

Addis Ababa, June 15, 2025 (ENA) --- Mayor Adanech Abiebie today announced that the upcoming Bethesda American Medical Plaza is set to play a pivotal role in establishing the Ethiopian capital as a growing medical tourism destination.

Mayor Adanech Abiebie officially inaugurated the 3.6 billion Birr Bethesda American Medical Plaza today. 

 

During the ceremony, the Mayor noted ongoing infrastructure development projects across Addis Ababa, aimed at improving the city for residents and boosting its international appeal.

Mayor Adanech highlighted ongoing developments in Addis Ababa's tourism, health, and road infrastructure, emphasizing the leverage of technology to provide advanced services.

Affirming the vision to transform the city into a medical tourism hub, she stressed that private sector participation is crucial for its realization.

The Mayor expressed her delight at the rapid completion and inauguration of the Bethesda American Medical Plaza.

 

Furthermore, the plaza houses Ethiopia's first bone density scanning equipment and will provide advanced medical services within the country.

This is expected to significantly reduce foreign currency outflow currently spent on medical treatments abroad, making it a key contributor to medical tourism.

Mayor Adanech affirmed the government's commitment to continuous support for investors in the medical sector, pledging to "meet halfway" with interested developers.

She also pledged necessary support for the construction of Bethesda American Medical Plaza Phase Two, underscoring Addis Ababa's rapid development.

 

Ayele Teshome, CEO of Bethesda American Medical Plaza, stated that the hospital is equipped to provide medical services that meet global standards.

He also noted that the facility will provide modern, measurable medical care in Ethiopia through telemedicine, artificial intelligence, and remote healthcare.

Ayele emphasized that the plaza will support Ethiopia's healthcare system and expand medical tourism, ultimately reducing the hardships and expenses Ethiopians face when seeking treatment abroad.