Few political reversals in recent African history have been as stark as Ethiopia’s descent from a celebrated model of press reform into one of the continent’s most hostile environments for independent journalism. At the center of this reversal stands Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, a leader who once earned global admiration […]
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Ethiopia’s 2026 Election: A Scripted Outcome or Genuine Democracy?
As Ethiopia inches closer to its June 2026 national elections, a growing chorus of analysts, journalists, and opposition voices are raising serious doubts about whether the upcoming vote will represent genuine democratic participation, or a carefully orchestrated performance designed to preserve Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali’s grip on power. A […]