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Ethiopia's Bishoftu Airport to Become Africa's Aviation Hub

1/22/2026

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Ethiopia Builds Aviation Hub

Bishoftu International Airport (BIA) in Ethiopia is under construction to become Africa's aviation hub, enabling passenger transfers.
The project is designed by Zaha Hadid Architects and reflects Ethiopia's regions and the Great Rift Valley, including an airside hotel.
In Ash Grove, Missouri, voters approved a $7.5 million bond to fund safety and capacity upgrades in schools, including a safe room at Bois D’Arc Elementary after tornado damage, with construction underway.

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Engineers Promote Bamboo

The Institution of Structural Engineers released a manual promoting bamboo for low-carbon construction.
The manual urges architects to become bamboo-ready.
The manual aims to educate future engineers and architects on utilizing bamboo effectively in construction.
The manual cites Kempegowda International Airport in India and Ninghai bamboo tower in China.
David Trujillo of the University of Warwick emphasizes bamboo's potential to reduce carbon emissions and improve soil health.

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Ethiopia Builds Aviation Hub

Bishoftu International Airport (BIA) in Ethiopia is under construction to become Africa's aviation hub, enabling passenger transfers.
The project is designed by Zaha Hadid Architects and reflects Ethiopia's regions and the Great Rift Valley, including an airside hotel.
In Ash Grove, Missouri, voters approved a $7.5 million bond to fund safety and capacity upgrades in schools, including a safe room at Bois D’Arc Elementary after tornado damage, with construction underway.

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