Addis Ababa: Addis Ababa City Administration has achieved an average of 93 percent of its nine-month plan for the 2017 Ethiopian fiscal year, Mayor Adanech Abiebie confirmed. Speaking at the conclusion of a two-day nine months’ performance review that assessed the city’s progress across various development sectors, Mayor Adanech highlighted significant achievements not only in corridor development but also in economic and social sectors, project execution, and improvements in service delivery.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, the mayor emphasized that the 93 percent achievement is based on a range of indicators, including corridor development. The administration had an annual target to build eight corridors, doubling the number planned in the previous year. Additionally, significant progress has been made in constructing large plazas, pedestrian walkways, and 1,444 workspaces, which include various sports and entertainment facilities.
A new parking facility with a capacity of 33,000 vehicles has also been constructed. The city is further investing in major infrastructure projects such as hospitals, clinics, schools, marketing centers, industrial clusters, water systems, and housing. Social and economic reforms have been implemented to help regulate the market. To address unemployment, the city administration, in collaboration with private firms, has facilitated regular employment for more than 259,000 people over the past nine months.
The revenue collection has been strengthened, reaching a 98 percent collection rate. The utilization of this revenue demonstrates the administration’s commitment to social development and inclusive public participation. According to senior city leaders who participated in the review, these results were made possible through improved revenue collection, the allocation of 71 percent of the city budget to sustainable development projects, strengthened leadership coordination, and the identification and resolution of public grievances.
Looking ahead, the mayor stated that efforts will focus on better implementing the existing plan by fostering leadership unity and addressing ongoing challenges, particularly in service delivery. The administration is committed to enhancing overall performance by strengthening management cohesion and tackling service-related issues. Key priorities for the remainder of the fiscal year include reducing dependency, creating job opportunities, completing ongoing projects, fostering community engagement, and promoting initiatives through media and communication channels.