Addis Ababa gets a facelift: Ethiopian capital undergoes forced modernisation
Summary
Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed launched a project called the "corridor project" in 2024 to modernize Addis Ababa and other cities. This project has caused the forced eviction of more than 10,000 people in the capital. The country is also preparing for general elections, with Abiy Ahmed’s Prosperity Party expected to win.Key Facts
- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has been in power since 2018.
- Abiy Ahmed’s government faces criticism for authoritarian behavior and cracking down on opposition.
- The "corridor project" aims to modernize Addis Ababa and other cities in Ethiopia.
- More than 10,000 people have been forcibly evicted from their homes in Addis Ababa due to this project.
- Ethiopia is holding general elections soon, with the Prosperity Party expected to secure a victory.
- The modernisation efforts are government-driven and have sparked concern over residents’ rights.
- Human Rights Watch has reported on persecution issues related to conflicts in Ethiopia.
- The development project is part of broader urban planning and national reforms.
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