Ethiopia, Jan. 16 -- Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed gave certificate of appreciation to Africa's longest serving diplomat, ambassador Konjit Sine-Giorgis, in recognition of her distinguished contributions in the diplomatic arena.

Ambassador Konit started her career in 1962, a year before the establishment of the Organization of the African Unity (OAU).

After joining the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, she has held numerous positions both in Addis Ababa and overseas for 52 years.

In the early days of her career, Ambassador Konjit served as an officer in charge of decolonization Affairs in the Ethiopian Permanent Mission to the UN in New York.

She had played a significant role in strengthening the AU while holding positions in the AU, UN, s...