JIMMA, Ethiopia — Jimma University and Boeing [NYSE: BA] have launched a long‑term partnership to enhance aviation sciences and aerospace engineering education and prepare the next generation of skilled professionals for the growing aviation sector in Ethiopia and throughout Africa. In 2026, Jimma University and Boeing will focus on classroom modernization, faculty training, workshops and student initiatives such as the Aerospace Innovation Challenge. Our partnership with Jimma University will ensure talent keeps pace with that growth, and we are proud to shape the future of next generation of aviation professionals together”. About Jimma UniversityJimma university (JU) is a public university widely recognized for its leadership in education, research excellence and its strong commitment to community-based education. In line with this legacy, JU has identified aviation and aerospace as priority sectors to drive national development and established Aviation Sciences and Aerospace Engineering Academy (ASASE).

Source: Ethiopian News March 05, 2026 13:10 UTC