Ethiopia formally concluded another chapter in its democratic process with general elections held on June 1, as the country awaits the announcement of official results.

The UNECA Africa Development Impact Forum has opened in Addis Ababa, with a focus on bridging the gap between policy and implementation for development across the continent.

Ethiopia's ruling Prosperity Party is expected to secure a decisive win in the upcoming election results, an election characterized by security issues, a fragmented opposition, and the exclusion of several regions from voting.

In the Ethiopian city of Harar, hyenas are reportedly consuming thousands of tonnes of urban waste, providing an unexpected and natural solution to the city's sanitation challenges.

As Ethiopians head to the polls, political analysts are questioning the democratic nature of the elections, highlighting the exclusion of significant portions of the country, including Tigray, Amhara, Oromia, and 147 alleged constituencies.

Ethiopia's Election Board announced that 143 polling stations failed to open due to security problems. Voting was also interrupted in certain areas of the Oromia and Amhara regions.

Addis Standard has issued a response to its readers who inquired about the lack of election day reporting. The publication addressed the reasons behind its decision regarding coverage of the elections.

Olympic and world medalist runner Tsegay has been banned for four months in a season-ending doping case. This suspension will impact her participation in upcoming competitions.

MIDROC Ethiopia has partnered with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) on an $80 million project aimed at developing new hotel facilities.

United Capital has secured investment banking licenses in Ethiopia and Rwanda, marking its expansion into East Africa and becoming the first foreign institution to obtain such a license in Ethiopia.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has stated that he has the leaders of the Tigray region in his sights, indicating continued military pressure or pursuit.

As Ethiopia counts election votes, a broader trend of changing attitudes towards democracy is observed across Africa, with leaders like Burkina Faso's junta head advising citizens to 'forget' democracy.

Ethiopians head to polls as millions excluded from elections.

Security concerns have led to the closure of 143 polling stations in Ethiopia. The closures highlight ongoing challenges to electoral processes in certain regions.

Polls have opened in Ethiopia for an election where Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's party is expected to dominate, though conflicts overshadow the vote.

Augustine Passilly, a 30-year-old French journalist who had been a correspondent for 'La Croix' in Ethiopia since 2023, was expelled from the country this week, with authorities providing no clear reason for the action.

Hardliners within the TPLF, supported by Eritrea, are reportedly threatening to drag Ethiopia back into a war that its people have already rejected.

Ethiopian Airlines is expected to decide within the next three months on an order for 25 smaller commercial jets to expand its local network, according to its CEO.

Ethiopia's ruling Prosperity Party is expected to secure a decisive victory in the recent elections, despite facing security challenges, a fragmented opposition, and some regions not participating in the vote.

Ethiopia has seen a significant increase in electric vehicle adoption following a world-first ban on importing fossil fuel-powered vehicles. This policy shift has rapidly transformed the country's automotive landscape.

Dr. Douglas Yates, an Africa Specialist, discusses Ethiopia's rapidly growing economy, severe wealth distribution issues, and the prospects for 'free and fair' elections amidst ongoing conflict.

Opposition candidates and party leaders have described Ethiopia’s 7th Parliamentary and Regional Council Elections as peaceful, free, and democratic as voting continues across the country.

Polls have opened in Ethiopia for an election widely expected to be won by the ruling party.