Vote count begins as ruling party targets landslide win
Ethiopia has begun counting votes following a parliamentary election that is expected to secure a second term for Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and his Prosperity Party. Despite reports of security-related disruptions and the closure of some polling stations in the Oromia and Amhara regions, the government maintains that the process was largely peaceful.
Why it matters
The election is a critical test for Ethiopia's political stability as the country navigates internal conflicts and seeks to solidify the ruling party's mandate for the next five years.
Vote counting is underway in Ethiopia after millions of citizens cast ballots in a parliamentary election widely expected to hand Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and his ruling Prosperity Party another five-year term, despite security incidents, opposition concerns and ongoing conflicts.
The article reports on the election process and government expectations neutrally, acknowledging both the ruling party's goals and the reported security challenges.
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