Ethiopian Airlines’ Group CEO, Mr. Mesfin Tasew, was at the AviaDev Africa 2025 ceremony honoured with the prestigious Ato Girma Wake Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding contribution to route development and African aviation.
The award was presented during the in Zanzibar, which brought together over 500 high-profile delegates from across Africa and beyond.
Mesfin expressed his gratitude, saying, “The joy I feel for receiving the Ato Girma Wake Lifetime Achievement Award is twofold. This award is more than an honour as it is named after Africa’s father of aviation, Ethiopian Airlines’ former CEO and my mentor”, he added.
“This award is a testament to the collaborative effort of the entire Ethiopian Airlines’ team. As a Pan-African airline, we strive to realize a well-connected Africa and such recognitions strengthen our commitment to do more”, he said further.
Under Mesfin’s leadership, Ethiopian Airlines has established itself as a prominent airline group, attaining significant milestones and setting industry standards for excellence. The award recognises individuals who have made a profound and lasting impact on the advancement of aviation across the continent.
The AviaDev event provides a platform for aviation stakeholders to strengthen connections and discuss industry developments. Mesfin’s recognition reaffirms Ethiopian Airlines’ commitment to enhancing the aviation industry in Africa.