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Ethiopia's election results will likely confirm status quo

Ethiopia's election results will likely confirm status quo June 7, 2026The June 1 parliamentary election in Ethiopia has been described as a success despite the exclusion of parts of the country for what officials said were security reasons. Nearly 50 million people registered to vote in the election in Ethiopia, Africa's second-most-populous country. However, citing insecurity, officials suspended voting in at least 140 constituencies in two of the most populous regions: Amhara and Oromia.

Ethiopia: An election without real challenge?

Ethiopia: An election without real challenge? June 5, 2026Ethiopia's recently held parliamentary elections have been described as 'generally peaceful' despite the exclusion of parts of the country due to insecurity. Ethiopia is Africa's second most populous country, and nearly 50 million people registered to vote in the June 1 election.

As Ethiopia votes, its deepening human rights crisis must be addressed

As Ethiopia votes, its deepening human rights crisis must be addressed Continuing internal conflicts and deepening repression are casting a long shadow over the general election. Ethiopia will hold its seventh national election on June 1. The National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) gave a green light for the vote to proceed despite continuing internal conflicts and human rights abuses.

Ethiopia: An election without a real challenge?

Ethiopia: An election without a real challenge? June 5, 2026The recently held parliamentary election in Ethiopia has been described as "generally peaceful," despite the exclusion of parts of the country due to insecurity. Ethiopia is Africa's second-most populous country, and nearly 50 million people registered to vote in the June 1 election.

Ethiopia votes as ruling party eyes landslide win

Ethiopia votes as ruling party eyes landslide win June 1, 2026Polls opened in Ethiopia on Monday for elections that are widely expected to see Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party (PP) extend its rule. Voting began at 6 a.m. local time (0300 GMT) with citizens forming long queues to make their voices heard at the ballot. In the national capital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopians voted amid a heavy military presence.

Ethiopia’s election: Parties, coalitions and candidates explained

Ethiopia’s election: Parties, coalitions and candidates explained Over 50 million Ethiopians are registered to vote, with youth and women forming a significant share of the electorate. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Ethiopians vote on Monday in a general election to choose members of parliament, who will in turn select the next prime minister. The National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) said 47 political parties and more than 10,900 candidates are in the race, including 2,198 for the federal...

These are all the countries currently on the Foreign Office ‘do not travel’ list

These are all the countries currently on the Foreign Office ‘do not travel’ list Warnings against travel abroad from the UK have been issued for countries including Iran, Syria and Russia - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments When planning a holiday, it’s wise to check these three things before you leave for the airport: your passport is in date, travel insurance is still valid and you’re travelling to somewhere safe according to the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)....

Ethiopia holds elections with PM Abiy’s party expected to dominate

Ethiopia holds elections with PM Abiy’s party expected to dominate Voting will not take place in northern Tigray region and some parts of the Amhara region amid insecurity. Ethiopians have begun voting in parliamentary and regional elections, with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s party projected to win by a landslide, despite significant unrest in much of the country. More than 50 million people are registered to vote on Monday.

A visual guide to Ethiopia’s ethnic groups and conflict areas