Construction of Tallest Building in Sub-Saharan Africa Restarted

Ethiopia restarted construction plans for what will become the tallest building in sub-Saharan Africa, the US$445-million, 62-story skyscraper for Ethiopian Electric Power, Shore Africa reports. The skyscraper, which is set to be constructed as a landmark of Addis Ababa’s financial district, will surpass the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia Headquarters that currently holds the record. The tower is planned to rise 327.5 m above Addis Ababa’s Kirkos District near Mexico Square. Initially unveiled in 2023, the project was delayed due to funding and logistical roadblocks. It has now been relaunched with a global tender for qualified contractors. The structure will include premium commercial space, 55 floors of office space, three basement levels for parking and utilities and a rooftop sky garden and restaurant.