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Ethiopia and the AU marked the 130th anniversary of the 1896 Battle of Adwa, a victory over Italian forces that preserved independence and symbolized African unity.
On March 2, 2026, Ethiopia and the African Union commemorated the 130th anniversary of the 1896 Battle of Adwa, where Ethiopian forces defeated Italian colonial troops, preserving the nation’s independence.
AU Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf hailed the victory as a defining moment for African sovereignty and unity, linking it to the continent’s ongoing goals under Agenda 2063.
Ethiopian leaders, including President Taye Atske Selassie and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, emphasized Adwa’s legacy as a symbol of resistance, national pride, and the pursuit of maritime access.
The commemoration, marked by ceremonies, cultural events, and regional participation, highlighted unity and resilience amid ongoing tensions with Eritrea over Red Sea access and broader regional instability.
Etiopía y la UA conmemoraron el 130o aniversario de la Batalla de Adwa de 1896, una victoria sobre las fuerzas italianas que preservaron la independencia y simbolizaron la unidad africana.