Ghana opened a new $9.8 million embassy in Addis Ababa, completing a long-delayed project and boosting its diplomatic presence ahead of its African Union leadership.

On February 16, 2026, President John Dramani Mahama commissioned a new four-storey embassy chancery in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, completing a project initially launched in 2016. The facility, delayed by economic challenges and funding issues, was revived after the current administration settled outstanding payments, costing $9.8 million. The chancery, which will serve as Ghana’s mission to Ethiopia and its permanent mission to the African Union, aims to enhance diplomatic operations and symbolize Ghana’s commitment to multilateralism ahead of its upcoming AU chairmanship. Officials from Ghana and Ethiopia, including Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos, were recognized for their roles in the project’s completion.