PM Abiy Says Bahir Dar Int’l Stadium Undergoing Significant Upgrades to Meet CAF Standards

Addis Ababa, November 8, 2025 (ENA) – The Bahir Dar International Stadium is undergoing significant upgrades to meet the standards set by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said.

In his social media post, Abiy said the stadium, which will have a capacity of 52,000 spectators, has completed its seating installation and turf works.

In addition, essential infrastructure inside the stadium — including the lighting system — is being rapidly developed, it was learnt.

“Furthermore, we visited the Fellege Ghion Resort, which is being constructed on the shore of Bahir Dar city based on the model of the Gorgora Eco Resort,’’ the Prime Minister said.

Abiy added that once completed, this resort is expected not only to boost the city’s tourism sector but also to create numerous employment opportunities for young people.

On another front, the Ethiopian Maritime Transport and Logistics Company is constructing the Ethio-Ferries branch office in Bahir Dar, along the shore of Lake Tana, he said, adding ‘’This project, along with other ongoing development works, will play a major role in ushering Bahir Dar into a new chapter of urban growth and modernization.”