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Electoral Board of Ethiopia Announces Unconfirmed Schedule for Election 2020

The National Electoral Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) on Wednesday proposed August 16 for the general election. Stakeholders of the election discussed on the draft schedule presented by Birtukan Midekssa, the chair of the electoral board.   Election 2020 is one of the most debated issues in Ethiopia. Some politicians and parties had been proposing to

January 15, 2020 • By Addis Insight

Opinion

Ethiopian 50% Female Cabinet: Neither Authoritarianism Nor Tokenism

Ethiopia is at a watershed moment. Its survival as a peaceful and prosperous nation depends on its willingness and ability to adopt fundamental reforms in many areas. One such area is reining in the patrimonial culture and empowering women. This is critical particularly in a period of conflict because women are favorably predisposed toward compromise

December 2, 2018 • By Koki Abesolome

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Birtukan Mideksa Likely to Become The Next Electoral Board Director

Breaking  Birtukan Mideksa becomes the electoral board chair after the house of people representatives approved her nomination. She was sworn in by the newly elected Supreme Court President Meaza Ashenafi. While introducing his nominee PM Abiy Ahmed was also asked several questions ranging from Birtukan citizenship to her political affiliation. In his response, the Prime

November 21, 2018 • By Addis Insight

PM Dr. Abiy Ahmed

Ethiopia’s Freedom Icon Birtukan Mideksa to Return to Ethiopia

Following an invitation extended by PM Dr. Abiy’s Administration, former federal judge, activist and politician Birtukan Mideksa is to arrive in Addis Ababa next week. Birtukan Mideksa was among the founders and chairwomen of Andinet Party (CUD). Birtukan first entry to politics began right after her decision as a court judge was violated by security

November 3, 2018 • By Addis Insight