The House of Peoples’ Representatives (HPR) blessed new ministers into PM Abiy Ahmed’s cabinet for the new under-formation government after Prosperity Party won June’s elections. The PM reshuffled the executive body with three ministers appointed from opposition parties.
Signs bearing a flower and the words “New Beginnings” were seen across the capital ahead of Monday’s ceremony.
“I, Abiy Ahmed Ali, today in the House of People’s Representatives, accept the appointment as prime minister as I pledge to undertake responsibly and with faith to the constitution the responsibility placed upon me by the people,” he said while being sworn in by Supreme Court Chief Justice Meaza Ashenafi.
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Irreecha, is a thanksgiving holiday celebrated at the end of the rainy season and beginning of sunny days. The Oromo people in Ethiopia celebrate Irreecha to thank the almighty Waaqa for the blessings and mercies they have received throughout the previous year. Beautified with special outfits and chants, the Oromo people head to nearby rivers in formation, holding flowers and grass. Oromo women, who have special power in the culture, lead the way to the rivers. Irreecha is celebrated all over Oromia. However, the biggest Irreecha celebration takes place in Bishoftu town about 44km outside of Addis Ababa. Addis Ababa, celebrated Irrecha for the third year today, after 150 years.
Photo Credit: Samuel Habtab
Photo Credit: Samuel Habtab
Polling stations across Addis Ababa has seen full swing turnout for Ethiopia’s 2021 election. Ethiopians are voting to renew their social contract. Close to 38 million voters were registered, except Tigray, west Oromia, Benishangul, Somali and other areas where 69 election districts are postponed.
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