Welcome to Afri Aviation
From Innovative Design to Meticulous Maintenance, We Deliver Exceptional Results Tailored to your vision.
Our Background
Changing Aviation Landscapes with Expertise.
AFRI Aviation was founded by veteran aviation professionals who share a long-term vision and a deep commitment to enhancing the African aviation landscape. Each founding member brings over 25 years of hands-on experience from various reputable airlines and aviation organizations across the continent.
AFRI members have played a role in shaping major African aviation policies, including the liberalization of the sector through the Yamoussoukro Declaration. AFRI Aviation remains actively involved in regional initiatives, such as the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM), and studies initiated by the African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC).
The Goal
Our Vision
To be the preferred aviation consultancy in Africa, playing a strategic role in the development and modernization of the continent’s air transport sector. AFRI also aims to expand its impact by contributing to the growing aviation market in the Middle East and beyond.
Why choose us?
Our proven track record, extensive regional network, and ability to deliver both strategic insight and operational support position us as a trusted partner in aviation consultancy. We combine African expertise with international collaboration—bringing the best of both worlds to every project we undertake.
Members
Meet our Team
Tewodros Tamrat
Tewodros Tamrat is a founding member and Managing Partner of AFRI Aviation Plc., bringing over 25 years of experience in the aviation industry. A seasoned aviation law expert and industry analyst, Tamrat previously served with the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) in Nairobi, Kenya, where he held key positions including Director of Government, Corporate and Industry Affairs, and Acting Secretary General.
Girma Shiferaw
Girma is an accomplished aviation executive and Senior Consultant at AFRI Aviation consultancy, with over 35 years of experience in airline strategy, commercial operations, business development, and international partnerships. He has specialized in designing and executing corporate growth strategies, establishing equity partnerships and joint ventures, and leading regional and global expansions for national and multinational carriers.
Romeo Pietro
Romeo Pietro Regalli is a Human Resources and Management professional with over 40 years of experience across banking, hospitality, oil & gas, and consultancy. He started in banking in 1978 before moving to hospitality, where he became Personnel and Training Manager at Addis Ababa Hilton International.
Daniel Hailu Wedajo
Daniel Hailu Wedajo is a Partner at AFRI Aviation Plc. with over 30 years of international aviation experience. He holds a Master’s in Public Administration from Northeastern University, Boston.
Mekbib Kifle (PHD)
Dr. Mekbib Kifle is a senior management consultant with over 30 years of experience in Strategic Human Resource Management, Planning, Logistics, and Management Information Systems. Since 2022, he has been consulting with AFRI-Consult, leading the development of a Strategic HR Plan for Ethiopia's Civil Aviation Sector. He also has long-standing experience offering training to Ethiopian Airlines and holds deep knowledge of the aviation industry.
Abebe Angessa
Lia B. Cahsai is a versatile executive with over 15 years of leadership experience in Marketing and Human Resources, primarily gained at Ethiopian Airlines, where she held senior roles including Director of In-flight Services, Manager of Assessment and Development in HR, and Director of Marketing and Total Quality Management.
Yissehak Zewoldi
Yissehak Zewoldi Belete is a Partner at AFRI Aviation Plc. with over 40 years of leadership in commercial aviation and strategic planning. A graduate of Addis Ababa University (B.Sc. Economics), he began his career at Ethiopian Airlines in 1971 and rose to Vice President of Alliances & Strategic Planning.
Emebet Tesfayes
Emebet is a Senior Consultant at AFRI Aviation Plc., bringing over 25 years of airline industry experience across Africa and the Middle East. She joined AFRI Aviation in September 2018 and has since contributed her expertise in airline planning, finance, and strategy within multi- national and multicultural environments.
Kidest T. Ketema
Kidest is an aviation and logistics professional with over 25 years of experience. She started her career at Ethiopian Airlines, holding key roles including Manager of Airport Services in Frankfurt and Department Manager of Ground Handling in Addis Ababa. Kidest also worked as Duty Manager at a major ground handling company in London.
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