The Ethiopian Airlines-DHL and the African Electronic Trade Group (AeTrade Group) unveiled their partnership to transport historical parcels, initiating trading operations within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
Its first batch of shipment arrived at the Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with a ceremony held on January 1st, 2021, was graced by industry leaders and dignitaries from the African Union Commission, DHL, and Ethiopian Airlines Group.
According to Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam, Group CEO Ethiopian Airlines, “The link between an integrated African marketplace, free movement of persons and the single air market in Africa cannot be underestimated as it serves as a catalyst for unlocking immense opportunities in Africa for the benefit of Africans and all stakeholders… I believe that the partnership with The African Electronic Trade Group and DHL is crucial, as Ethiopia is a key player in African cargo and passenger transportation.
While fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, we need to work to boost intra African trade to pave the way for a brighter future.”