Ethiopian election board details seats for 7th general vote

The Ethiopian National Electoral Board has outlined 3463 seats across the House of Peoples' Representatives, regional councils, and city councils for the 7th general election. This total is distributed among various regions and cities.

The Ethiopian National Electoral Board (NEB) has specified the number of seats for various legislative bodies in the upcoming 7th general election. In total, elections will cover 3463 seats in the House of Peoples' Representatives, regional councils, and city councils.

The distribution includes: Harari Region with 2 seats for the House and 36 for the regional council; Central Ethiopia with 35 and 175; Sidama with 19 and 190; Somali with 23 and 273; Benishangul Gumuz with 9 and 165; Tigray with 38 and 152; Amhara with 138 and 294; Afar with 8 and 142; Oromia with 178 and 537; South West Ethiopia with 20 and 171; South Ethiopia with 49 and 229; Dire Dawa with 2 and 189; Gambela with 3 and 205. Addis Ababa has 23 seats for the House and 158 for the city council.

This information was published on February 20, 2026. The board has confirmed it will administer these elections.

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