Mudavadi Congratulates New Ethiopian President
Ambassador Selassie replaces H.E. Sahle-Work Zewde, who became the first female president of Ethiopia and served with distinction for a record six years.
President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Taye Atske Selassie.Photo by Musalia Mudavadi.
By Robert Mutasi
Prime Cabinet Secretary and CS for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Musalia Mudavadi, has extended warm felicitations to H.E. Ambassador Taye Atske Selassie on his appointment to the Office of the President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.
Ambassador Selassie replaces H.E. Sahle-Work Zewde, who became the first female president of Ethiopia and served with distinction for a record six years.
“Ambassador Selassie brings to this position experience, exemplary dedication, visionary leadership and a charismatic approach to diplomacy which will undoubtedly serve his country with distinction in this new role,” Mudavadi said in his congratulatory message.
Taye Atske Selassie, who previously served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Ethiopia, was appointed to the presidency by the Ethiopian parliament on October 7, 20241.
He was appointed after serving a long tenure in diplomatic service that includes working with the United Nations and serving as Ambassador for Ethiopia to Egypt.
His diplomatic career has been characterized by building international relations and advancing the interests of Ethiopia in the international arena.
The transition in the presidency is happening at a time when Ethiopia is going through a very critical moment.
Sahle-Work Zewde was the first female head of state in the history of Ethiopia and finished her term as President amid ongoing battles in Oromia and Amhara regions.
Her presidency saw recurrent calls for peace amidst internal strife, but reports said she faced challenges and dissatisfaction on the last days of her term.
The appointment of Ambassador Selassie is considered one of the strategic moves by the Prime Minister, Abiy Ahmed, to retain most of the influential political grip in the country.
Selassie is considered a close ally of the Prime Minister, and his leadership is expected to align closely with the government’s broader strategic goals.
The congratulatory message sent by Musalia Mudavadi signifies the importance of good diplomatic ties between Kenya and Ethiopia.
The two countries enjoyed very good bilateral relations, and Mudavadi said he was optimistic that during the tenure of Ambassador Selassie, these would be further cemented.
“We look forward to continued cooperation and mutual support between our two countries,” Mudavadi added.
With his rich diplomatic background, combined with the qualities of leadership, there was expected a new emphasis on peace, stability, and international cooperation.
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