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Inaguration of Africa Hall

Haile Selassie I On the occasion of the Summit which brought to the Charter of the Organization of African Unity, in 1963.

“Only a few years ago, meetings to consider African problems were held outside Africa, and the fate of its peoples were decided by non-Africans. Today, … thanks to the conference of Accra and now of Addis Ababa, the peoples of Africa can, at long last, deliberate on their own problems and future"

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Facts and Figures

Operation and Management Structure

12,800 Sq.m

8,300 Square metres of floor area and 4,500 Square metres of landscaped areas

An Iconic Landmark Open to Visitors

200 visitors / day

Africa Hall will have a new visitor’s centre that will welcome the public to learn about Africa's history, the African Union and the United Nations. The visitors center will include a permanent exhibition, temporary exhibits and a cinema room for screenings and public events.

Meeting Today's Statndards

360° upgrade

The renovation will offer a 360° upgrade: from updating conferencing equipment to complying with current fire hazard requirements and building codes. It includes accessibility for people with disabilities, lighting, waterproofing ceilings and restoring original furnishing.

Architectural and Artistic Heritage

150 Sq.m

Africa Hall is known to house emblematic pieces of African art such the 150-square meter stained glass window designed by world famous Maître Afework Tekle from Ethiopia. With the new visitors centre, this and other artworks will be more available to the public.

Finance and Partnership

$56.9 Million

ECA has been requested to explore additional funding sources to contribute to covering the project costs so an effort to secure additional contributions from donor is underway.