Addis ababa: The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has praised the Government and people of Ethiopia for the successful conduct of the 7th General Elections held on 1 June 2026. He extended his congratulations to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and the Prosperity Party for their victory in securing the majority, as announced by the National Election Board of Ethiopia.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, the Chairperson highlighted that the election process showcased the dedication of Ethiopians to strengthen democracy as a foundation for socio-economic development. He also acknowledged the efforts of the National Election Board of Ethiopia for their professionalism and commitment to ensuring a smooth electoral process.
The AUC Chairperson reaffirmed the AU Commission’s dedication to supporting democratic governance in AU Member States through credible, peaceful, and transparent electoral processes.