(ENA) Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed congratulated all Ethiopians over the peaceful conduct of the 6th general election held in Ethiopia on Monday. In his message, the PM stated that Ethiopians have demonstrated to the whole world that democracy for Ethiopians is not only a wish but also part and parcel of their history. “This day […]
Day: June 22, 2021
PM Abiy Lauds Voters commitment to Peace, Democratic Process
(ENA) Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed commended Ethiopians for their commitment to peace and the democratic process they have demonstrated during the election on Monday. “June 21, 2021 is a historic day for Ethiopia,” the Prime Minister stated. The premiers further said that all sections of society have gone out to cast their voice in the […]
Demeke Pays Working Visit to UAE, Leaves For Russia
(ENA) Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Demeke Mekonnen has paid a working visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). During his two-day visit, Demeke discussed with senior government officials of the UAE on various issues. The Deputy Prime Minister has also exchanged views with government officials on ways to further strengthen bilateral […]
Polling Stations across Nation Posting Preliminary Vote Results
(ENA) Ballot counts have been concluded in most of polling stations in Ethiopia and preliminary results are being posted on Tuesday. Polling stations visited by ENA reporters have been posting preliminary results based on counts of the ballots of the specific polling stations. Polling stations in Addis Ababa, Debre Berhan, Sululta, Adama, Jimma, Bale Robe, Bahir […]
Police Investigating Death of American Election Observer
(ENA) Police is investigating the cause of the death of the foreign election observer that was reportedly found dead in his room at Radisson Blu Hotel. Addis Ababa Police Commission Public Relations, Music, Theater and Sport Director, Commander Fasika Fanta said a cleaner found him dead when she entered the room and informed the police. […]
Individuals in Afar Region Sentenced, Fined for Attempting to Disrupt Election
(ENA) Three individuals were sentenced and fined for allegedly trying to disrupt the voting in Ewa Woreda of Fiti-Resu Zone in Afar Region, according to police. Otherwise, the 6th General Election concluded peacefully in the region, it was learned. Afar Region Police Commissioner General, Alidini Alesa told ENA that the individuals attempted to incite riots by […]