Ethiopia to vote on June 1 as Abiy’s ruling party eyes landslide victory
Ethiopia is set to hold general elections on June 1, 2026, with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party expected to win. However, opposition fragmentation and ongoing violence may hinder voter turnout, particularly in conflict-affected regions. Critics argue that the elections lack genuine competition and legitimacy, especially with Tigray's exclusion from the process.
- ▪Ethiopia's electoral board reports over 50 million registered voters out of a population of at least 130 million.
- ▪The ruling Prosperity Party is anticipated to secure a decisive victory amid a fragmented opposition.
- ▪Many opposition parties claim they face intimidation and restrictions on their ability to campaign.
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NewsEthiopia to vote on June 1 as Abiy’s ruling party eyes landslide victoryOpposition fragmentation and violence in parts of the country could potentially limit voter turnout.ListenListen (6 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoEthiopia’s electoral board says more than 50 million people have registered to vote out of a population of at least 130 million [Yasuyoshi Chiba/AFP]By Al Jazeera staffPublished On 29 May 202629 May 2026Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Ethiopia will hold general elections on June 1, 2026, with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s governing Prosperity Party (PP) widely expected to secure a decisive victory.A fragmented opposition and violence in parts of the country could keep millions from…
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