Addis Ababa: Former African footballers, famous artists and fashion designers from the continent have visited the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) today.
The celebrities were briefed about the construction process and the project’s development implication to Ethiopia by Minister of Tourism, Nasise Chali and Minister of Irrigation and Lowlands, Abreham Belay.
The former African footballers, famous artists and fashion designers are in Ethiopia to participate in the ‘Shenen Africa Festival’ which was opened on Friday at the Adwa Victory Museum in the capital.
Former Nigerian national football team striker Nwankwo Kanu and other African former football players as well as celebrated actors, social media influencers, designers, models, technology experts, businesspeople, diplomats and other professionals from Africa are participating at the festival.
Ambassador Nasise underscored in her opening remark yesterday the significance of sports and art to enhance interaction among the people of Africa.
The fest
ival is also believed to provide golden opportunity to promote tourism attractions in Addis Ababa.
Ethiopian coffee varieties, a fashion show, and other activities are scheduled for the festival, which will take place in until coming Sunday.
Source: Ethiopian News Agency