PM Abiy Ahmed Arrives in Harar, Visits Community Built Model Village

Addis Ababa, March 9, 2026 (ENA)—Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed arrived in Harar today for a working visit following the conclusion of his engagements in Dire Dawa.

According to a social media update from the Office of the Prime Minister, the historic city, widely known as the “City of Love,” welcomed the prime minister and First Lady Zinash Tayachew upon their arrival in the Harari Region.

The visit forms part of the prime minister’s broader engagements in eastern Ethiopia.

The Prime Minister visited a rural corridor development project in Burqa Kebele of Sofi Woreda in the Harari Region.

The site is a model village developed through strong community participation and the use of locally available materials.

Constructed with active involvement from local residents, the village reflects a practical approach to rural development that combines traditional building techniques with organized planning.

The model settlement demonstrates the region’s commitment to structured and sustainable rural development.

The premier praised residents for their collective effort in building a modern living environment that blends traditional Harari architectural styles with essential infrastructure.

The initiative shows how community led efforts and the use of local resources can contribute to sustainable rural development while improving the living conditions of residents.