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Sunday, 11 October 2026
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30 Rabi' Al-Thani 1448 AH
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has unveiled a new 23-member cabinet, seeking to project an image of unity and competence following his reappointment. The move comes as the nation grapples with deep-seated ethnic divisions and the lingering aftermath of devastating internal conflict.
Ethiopia's House of Peoples' Representatives, the lower chamber of the parliament, has unanimously approved a new 23-member cabinet proposed by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. This comes swiftly after Abiy's own reappointment as Prime Minister, signaling a move to consolidate his administration following the recent general elections. The announced criteria for ministerial selection emphasized educational background, professional experience, execution capacity, and a commitment to fighting corruption and delivering high-quality public service. Notably, the cabinet includes nine women, and key positions like Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh and Foreign Affairs Minister Gedion Timothewos have been reappointed, alongside opposition party member Berhanu Nega as Education Minister. Abiy framed the appointments as a step towards realizing his
Source referenced: CGTN
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