ECC Participates in FACIM 2025
Date: Aug 28, 2025
The Rwanda Branch Office of the Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation (ECC) is taking part in the 60th Maputo International Trade Fair (FACIM) 2025.
At the trade fair, ECC showcases the multifaceted construction endeavors, real estate development activities, input manufacturing industries, project management services, the digitalization reform program as well as joint ventures of the corporation.
The trade fair, which commenced at Ricatla Exhibition Ground, Mozambique on 25 Aug. 2025, will remain open until 31 Aug 2025. It brought about over 3,000 exhibitors from 27 countries worldwide.
Corporation Reports Outstanding Performance in the Budget Year
Date: Aug 28, 2025
The Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation (ECWC) has announced that it achieved higher than expected performance during the 2017 Ethiopian fiscal year, surpassing both previous years’ results and its planned targets. This was disclosed during the annual performance review meeting presented to Ethiopian Investment Holdings.
During the review, Mr. Habtamu Hailemichael, Deputy CEO for Portfolio Management at Ethiopian Investment Holdings, stated that the Corporation is currently rated at a “green level” overall.
He further explained that, despite significant achievements including the completion of 34 out of 71 ongoing projects worth 65.4 billion birr and the securing of 28 new projects the Corporation must continue to work diligently to realize its vision of becoming one of the top three construction companies in Africa.
The Corporation's Feeding Center Recognized
Date: Aug 28, 2025
The "Tesfa Berhan Feeding Center," established by the Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation in line with its social responsibility, has been recognized by the Addis Ababa City Administration Feeding Agency.
The food service center, established by the corporation in Addis Ababa, Yeka Sub-city Woreda 9, where it is located, is providing food assistance to 200 vulnerable people.
The corporation's leaders and employees have been providing food service to the vulnerable people since June 2021 through contributions from their salaries, in addition to providing financial gifts during holidays.
CRB Board Members Visit ECC
Date: Aug 23, 2025
A delegation from the Contractors Registration Board (CRB) of the United Republic of Tanzania has visited the Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation (ECC).
During their visit, the delegates toured the Construction Professionals Development Institute, the Project Management Center of Excellence, and various construction manufacturing facilities.
The visitors expressed their appreciation for the warm welcome and the valuable experience-sharing sessions provided by ECC
ECC Graduates Second Cohort of Future Project Managers
Date: Aug 4, 2025
The Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation (ECC) has successfully graduated 26 future project managers as part of its effort to overcome shortages of construction project management professionals.
This program is a key element of the Corporation’s ongoing efforts to strengthen project execution through professional development.
During the graduation ceremony, Her Excellency Engineer Aisha Mohammed, chairperson of the Corporation’s Board of Management and Minister of Defense delivered a keynote address.
She emphasized that ECC’s establishment of a dedicated project management training center and its commitment to nurturing skilled professionals represents a strategic move toward enhancing project quality and efficiency. More importantly, she noted, it sets the foundation for Ethiopia to become globally competitive in the construction sector.
Engineer Yonas Ayalew, CEO of ECC, highlighted that the 26 graduates were carefully selected following their successful completion of a six-month blended training program. The program, conducted by the Corporation’s Construction Professionals Development Institute, included both academic and field-based components. The training was divided into 27 modules, with 30 percent focused on theoretical instruction and 70 percent on hands-on, practical experience.
According to the CEO, these graduates are now prepared to take on active roles in the management of various construction projects within the Corporation. Their contributions are expected to directly support ECC’s global competitiveness and performance excellence.
The graduation event was attended by members of ECC’s Board of Management, government officials, leaders of ECC, representatives from the Corporation’s Basic Trade Union, and the families of the graduates.
The presence of these stakeholders underscored the importance of the program in developing the next generation of construction project leaders in Ethiopia.
This milestone reflects ECC’s broader vision of equipping professionals with the skills and experience necessary to transform Ethiopia’s construction industry and compete effectively on the international stage.
Field Marshal Birhanu Jula Plants Saplings in National Green Legacy Campaign at Corporation Project Site
Date: Aug 4, 2025
The Chief of General Staff of the Ethiopian National Defense Force (ENDF), Field Marshal Birhanu Jula, planted saplings at the headquarters of the Special Operations Command Head Quarter under the motto “Renewal through planting” as part of the 7th round of the national Green Legacy campaign, which aims to plant 700 million seedlings across the country in a single day. The site, currently under construction, is being constructed by the Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation (ECWC).
Lieutenant General Shuma Abdeta, Commander of the Special Operations Command, praised the corporation for its exemplary contributions to the construction sector and highlighted its commitment to green construction practices.
Engineer Yonas Ayalew, Chief Executive Officer of the Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation, noted that the corporation strictly adheres to green construction principles from design to execution in its projects and industrial operations.