The president of the Addis Ababa City Women Association said the election was free and fair, with women actively using their democratic rights. Over 2,000 members were deployed as observers.
Ethiopia conducted its 7th general election on Ginbot 24, 2018 E.C. The poll was observed by the African Union, IGAD and various civil society organizations. Natnalem Endale, president of the Addis Ababa City Women Association, stated that women actively exercised their democratic rights. The association obtained permission from the National Election Board of Ethiopia to deliver civic and voter education. The group trained more than 2,000 members and deployed them as election observers. Citizens voted peacefully, fairly and democratically, she added.