Ethiopia to vote on June 1 as Abiy’s ruling party eyes landslide victory

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Ethiopia will hold general elections on June 1, 2026, with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s governing Prosperity Party (PP) widely expected to secure a decisive victory.

A fragmented opposition and violence in parts of the country could keep millions from voting.

In the capital, Addis Ababa, the ruling party has closed maj...