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Ethiopian Capital Addis Ababa Undergoes Significant Modernization Efforts

1 Haziran 2026France 24

Ethiopia is preparing for general elections, with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party poised for victory. Since taking office in 2018, Ahmed has faced accusations of authoritarianism and suppression of dissent.
His ambitious 'corridor project' aims to modernize Addis Ababa and other cities, but it has resulted in the forced eviction of over 10,000 residents in the capital alone.
Abiy Ahmed's tenure has been marked by significant political changes, including a peace agreement with Eritrea and attempts at liberalizing the economy. However, his government's approach to dissent and urban development has drawn international criticism.
The juxtaposition of modernization against the backdrop of mass evictions raises critical questions about governance and human rights in Ethiopia. While infrastructure development is often necessary for economic growth, the methods employed by the Ahmed administration reflect a troubling trend towards authoritarianism.

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