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port to a distribution facility in Dewele, Ethiopia, as well as storage capacity of about 400 million litres. It is expected to begin operations within 18 months. Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said the pipeline would reduce the time needed to transport fuel from Djibouti's port to the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, from five days to one. The first phase will transport key petroleum products, including jet fuel, diesel and petrol. Speaking at the ground-breaking ceremony, Dangote, Africa's richest man, said the project would strengthen Ethiopia's energy security and make its fuel supply chain more resilient. Landlocked Ethiopia relies heavily on Djibouti's port for imports, including petroleum products. The new infrastructure is expected to reduce pressure on existing transport systems supporting industries, including transport, aviation, agriculture and construction. Djibouti is also expected to benefit from increased port activity, job creation and higher government revenues. The project is part of Dangote's wider expansion of infrastructure and manufacturing businesses across Africa. 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