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The Ethiopian Air Force celebrated its 90th anniversary with an aerial exhibition titled 'The Lions of the Ethiopian Sky' in Bishoftu on January 23, 2026, attended by air force commanders and delegations from 35 African countries. The event highlighted the importance of continental defense leadership and technological advancement, coinciding with the third African Air Force Forum aimed at enhancing regional cooperation. Minister of Defense Ayisha Mohammed emphasized the Air Force's vital role in Ethiopia's development, with festivities culminating in a major aviation expo and aerial show featuring over 50 aircraft.