What is at stake in Ethiopia’s elections?

Ethiopia is preparing for general elections on June 1 as millions of citizens head to the polls. The ruling party led by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, who has been in power since 2018, is optimistic about securing another victory despite ongoing ethnic tensions and violence that have hampered opposition participation. Critics argue that the elections may not represent a true democratic process due to these divisions and the exclusion of some opposition parties.

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