Prime Minister Abiy Arrives in Dire Dawa, Receives Warm Welcome

Addis Ababa, March 8, 2026 (ENA)—Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and First Lady Zinash Tayachew arrived in Dire Dawa this afternoon, greeted with a ceremonial reception at the airport.

Known as the “Queen of the Desert,” Dire Dawa welcomed the Premier in a reception organized by local officials, highlighting the city’s rich history and cultural significance.

According to Office of the Prime Minister: “Welcomes for Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and First Lady Zinash Tayachew at Dire Dawa airport as they arrive in the city known as the ‘Queen of the Desert’.”