Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Plan your visit to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for CPHIA 2026 – International Conference on Public Health in Africa.
Addis Ababa Convention Centre
Join the 5th International Conference on Public Health in Africa in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Co-hosted by the Government of Ethiopia and Africa CDC.
Location
Addis Ababa Convention Centre, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
About Addis Ababa
Discover Ethiopia's vibrant capital city
Mild and pleasant in November with temperatures between 10-25°C (50-77°F). Light layers recommended.
East Africa Time (EAT), UTC+3. Ethiopia uses a unique calendar 7-8 years behind the Gregorian calendar.
Ethiopian Birr (ETB). Major credit cards accepted at hotels and larger establishments. ATMs widely available.
Amharic is the official language. English is widely spoken in business and tourism sectors.
Travel Information
Everything you need to know about getting to CPHIA 2026
By Air
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is a major hub with direct flights from major cities worldwide. Ethiopian Airlines serves over 125 destinations.
Airport to venue: ~15 km, 30-45 minutes by car
Accommodation
Official conference hotels will appear here once added in the event workspace (Event Operations → Hotels).
Local Transport
Shuttle services will be provided between official hotels and the venue. Ride-hailing apps (Ride, ZayRide) are also available.
Light Rail Transit connects major areas of the city
Visa Information
Ethiopia offers e-Visa services for citizens of most countries. CPHIA delegates may also be eligible for visa-on-arrival facilitation through official conference channels.
