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Statement by Acting Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Ramesh Rajasingham, on Tigray

June 23, 2021June 24, 2021User2

I am deeply disturbed by reports of bombing yesterday that killed and wounded civilians in a market in Togoga, Tigray. I am equally alarmed by reports of armed forces blocking roads and preventing ambulances from evacuating the wounded for medical treatment. I extend my sincere condolences to the victims’ families and community. All parties to […]

PM Abiy Congratulates Ethiopians Over Peaceful Conduct of Election

June 22, 2021June 23, 2021User2

(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 […]

PM Abiy Lauds Voters commitment to Peace, Democratic Process

June 22, 2021June 23, 2021User2

(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

June 22, 2021June 23, 2021User2

(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

June 22, 2021June 23, 2021User2

(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

June 22, 2021June 23, 2021User2

(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. […]