Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines, Mr. Mesfin Tasew, has been presented with the esteemed Ato Girma Wake Lifetime Achievement Award for his exceptional contributions to route development and African aviation.
The prestigious recognition was bestowed upon Mr. Tasew during the grand AviaDev Africa 2025 ceremony, which convened over 500 high-profile delegates from across Africa and beyond in Zanzibar.
The award celebrates Mr. Tasew’s extensive years of impactful contributions and his ongoing influence on the airline’s success.
It also reaffirms his remarkable leadership, which extends its positive effects beyond Ethiopian Airlines.
Expressing his gratitude, Mr. Tasew stated, “The joy I feel for receiving the Ato Girma Wake Lifetime Achievement Award is twofold. This award is more than an honor as it is named after Africa’s father of aviation, Ethiopian Airlines’ former CEO and my mentor.”
He further emphasized, “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 recognition strengthens our commitment to do more. Taking this opportunity, I would like to reaffirm my personal and Ethiopian Airlines’ commitment to the enhancement of the aviation industry in the continent.”
Under Mr. Tasew’s visionary guidance, Ethiopian Airlines has solidified its position as a leading airline group within the aviation sector.
The airline has achieved significant milestones, established industry benchmarks for excellence, and reinforced its dedication to connecting cultures and fostering international collaboration.
Named in honour of Mr. Girma Wake, widely regarded as the father of African aviation, the Ato Girma Wake Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes individuals who have made a profound and lasting impact on the advancement of aviation across the continent.
AviaDev, the premier aviation route development event for Africa, serves as a crucial platform for strengthening connections among aviation stakeholders, bringing together airports, airlines, tourism authorities, governments, and industry suppliers.
