Why what's happening in Ethiopia matters for Africa

Ethiopia, Africa’s second most populous country, is about to hold its first election since Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed came to power in 2018.

This, despite a bloody conflict and looming famine in the northern Tigray region as well as escalating ethnic tensions are key factors for Ethiopia’s future and its neighbours.

Editor: Ifiokabasi Ettang

Graphics: George Wafula

Reporter: Jameisha Prescod

Executive producer: Marko Zoric