CLEAN : Ethiopian election 'peaceful and credible' say African Union observers

The video discusses the context and challenges faced during the recent elections, including logistical and security issues. It highlights the orderly conduct of the pre-election and Election Day processes, despite some challenges. The mission's assessment indicates no significant impact on the election results. Concerns raised by stakeholders, particularly regarding the withdrawal of the Oromo Federalist Congress, are noted. Security issues in certain regions made it impossible to conduct elections there.

What was the main topic of inquiry at the beginning of the transcript?

• The age of Rachel

• The number of events yesterday

• The outcome of the elections

• The role of the Department of Security

What were some of the challenges faced by the mission?

• Operational, logistical, COVID-19, security, and political challenges

• Technological and educational challenges

• Economic and social challenges

• Environmental and health challenges

How were the pre-election and Election Day processes described?

• Delayed and problematic

• Innovative and modern

• Chaotic and disorganized

• Orderly and uncritical

What was a significant concern raised by stakeholders?

• The withdrawal of the Oromo Federalist Congress

• The high voter turnout

• The introduction of new voting technology

• The increase in election funding

Which regions faced security issues that affected the election process?

• Oromia and Somali

• Addis Ababa and Dire Dawa

• Tigray and other parts of the country

• Amhara and Tigray