Ethiopia’s election: Parties, coalitions and candidates explained
Summary
Ethiopia is holding a general election to choose members of parliament, who will then select the next prime minister. Over 47 political parties and more than 10,900 candidates are competing for seats at the federal and regional levels, with more than 50 million registered voters, including many young people.Key Facts
- The election is for Ethiopia’s federal parliament and regional councils.
- There are 47 political parties and over 10,900 candidates in the race.
- More than 50 million voters are registered, with about half being women.
- Young people have a large role, as the median age in Ethiopia is around 19 years.
- The ruling party is the Prosperity Party, led by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, focusing on unity and economic reform.
- The National Movement of Amhara operates mainly in the Amhara region, focusing on regional rights and security.
- Ethiopian Citizens for Social Justice is a national party promoting liberal democracy and rule of law.
- The Peace for Ethiopia coalition includes smaller regional parties aiming to represent diverse regional interests.
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