Ethiopia’s Remarkable Dev’t Strides Vital for Regional Growth: President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud

Addis Ababa, January 31, 2026 (ENA) —The impressive development milestones achieved by the people and government of Ethiopia play a pivotal role in the economic advancement of the Horn of Africa, President of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud stated.

The President shared these remarks during the inauguration of the Aysha-2 Wind Power Project; an event presided over by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.

Located in the Somali Regional State, the Aysha-II project possesses a total generation capacity of 120 MW.

The first phase, capable of producing 80 MW, officially commenced operations today.

Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, President Mohamud extended his congratulations to the Ethiopian people and government for their successes across various development sectors.

He noted that Ethiopia continues to register extraordinary achievements through the implementation of massive infrastructure projects.

"The time is now for us to work together to accelerate regional growth," the President remarked, emphasizing that sustainable peace and infrastructural integration are essential pillars for the prosperity of the region.

The President further commended the committed leadership of PM Abiy Ahmed, noting that his dedication to accelerating Ethiopia's progress is ensuring the nation's natural resources are effectively utilized for the benefit of its citizens.

He highlighted that Ethiopia's success in generating renewable electricity from water and other green energy sources plays a significant role in building a climate-resilient environment.

In conclusion, President Mohamud reaffirmed that the government and people of Somalia remain dedicated to strengthening cooperation and sharing in the fruits of Ethiopia’s development journey for the mutual benefit of both nations.

The impressive development milestones achieved by the people and government of Ethiopia play a pivotal role in the economic advancement of the Horn of Africa, President of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud stated.

The President shared these remarks during the inauguration of the Aysha-2 Wind Power Project; an event presided over by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.

Located in the Somali Regional State, the Aysha-II project possesses a total generation capacity of 120 MW.

The first phase, capable of producing 80 MW, officially commenced operations today.

Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, President Mohamud extended his congratulations to the Ethiopian people and government for their successes across various development sectors.

He noted that Ethiopia continues to register extraordinary achievements through the implementation of massive infrastructure projects.

"The time is now for us to work together to accelerate regional growth," the President remarked, emphasizing that sustainable peace and infrastructural integration are essential pillars for the prosperity of the region.

The President further commended the committed leadership of PM Abiy Ahmed, noting that his dedication to accelerating Ethiopia's progress is ensuring the nation's natural resources are effectively utilized for the benefit of its citizens.

He highlighted that Ethiopia's success in generating renewable electricity from water and other green energy sources plays a significant role in building a climate-resilient environment.

In conclusion, President Mohamud reaffirmed that the government and people of Somalia remain dedicated to strengthening cooperation and sharing in the fruits of Ethiopia’s development journey for the mutual benefit of both nations.