Based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Teferra Shawl will report to Kuljit Ghata-Aura, President of Boeing Middle East, Türkiye, Africa, and Central Asia (METACA).
Boeing, the global aerospace company, has announced the appointment of Henok Teferra Shawl as the new Managing Director for Boeing Africa. The move is part of Boeing’s strategic efforts to enhance its operations and relationships across the African continent. Based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Teferra Shawl will report to Kuljit Ghata-Aura, President of Boeing Middle East, Türkiye, Africa, and Central Asia (METACA).
Teferra Shawl, an accomplished professional with a notable career in aviation, regulatory affairs, and government relations, is expected to be a key figure in steering Boeing’s continued success in Africa. His previous roles include Vice President of Strategic Planning and Alliances at Ethiopian Airlines, Chief Operating Officer and Board Member of ASKY Airlines, and serving as the Ambassador of Ethiopia to France, Spain, Portugal, Monaco, and the Holy See. Before joining Boeing, Teferra Shawl held the position of Chief External Affairs and Regulatory Officer at Safaricom Telecommunication Ethiopia.
Boeing has expressed its commitment to Africa, where its airplanes have been a cornerstone of the commercial fleet for over 75 years. The company has actively contributed to the growth of Africa’s aerospace industry by investing in talent, fostering innovation, and supporting the development of an industrial and manufacturing base.
“With Boeing airplanes serving as the backbone of Africa’s commercial fleet for over 75 years, Boeing also is playing an active role in enabling the growth of Africa’s aerospace industry by investing in talent, promoting innovation and assisting in the development of an industrial and manufacturing base,” said Kuljit Ghata-Aura, president, Boeing METACA. “We are delighted to have Henok Teferra Shawl join our team. With his exceptional background in aviation and government relations, we are confident in his ability to champion our mission in the African market,” he further added.
This strategic move aligns with Boeing’s plans to establish a physical presence in Ethiopia, with an office in Addis Ababa slated to open early in 2024. The decision to base Teferra Shawl in Ethiopia underscores the country’s significance in Boeing’s regional strategy.
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The new Managing Director’s role is expected to complement the efforts of the Boeing Commercial Airplanes team in Africa, led by Anbessie Yitbarek, Vice President of Boeing Commercial Airplanes Sales and Marketing in Africa. Together, the team aims to serve African customers effectively and expand Boeing’s footprint in the region. Boeing’s continued investment in Africa reaffirms its commitment to being a long-term partner in the region’s aviation growth, and Teferra Shawl’s leadership is anticipated to play a crucial role in advancing these objectives.
