The Association is delighted to announce the successful completion of a short Chinese language training program for Ethiopian professional tourist guides. Over the past three weeks, members of our community took part in this specialized training, hosted by the Confucius Institute at Addis Ababa University, aimed at enhancing communication skills and enriching tourism services for Chinese visitors.

This milestone event concluded with a closing ceremony featuring distinguished guests, including Dr. Engidaw Abebe, State Minister of Tourism; Mr. Zhang, Counselor at the Chinese Embassy in Ethiopia; and Dr. Samuel Kifle, President of Addis Ababa University. Certificates of completion were presented to all participants in recognition of their hard work and commitment.

Event Highlights

• Three-week intensive short-term Chinese language training
• Hosted at Addis Ababa University’s Confucius Institute
• Special focus on tourism-related communication and cultural exchange
• Closing ceremony with high-level representatives from the Ministry of Tourism, Chinese Embassy, and Addis Ababa University

Acknowledgements
In appreciation of the collaborative efforts that made this program a success, the Association presented gifts to partners and extended heartfelt thanks to all stakeholders for their invaluable support.

A Platform for the Future
This training is part of our ongoing commitment to improving the skills of Ethiopia’s tourism professionals, strengthening cultural ties, and providing exceptional service to visitors from China and around the world.