Prominent activist won't rule out election challenge to Ethiopia PM
Jawar Mohammed (centre) addresses supporters that had gathered outside his home in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa after he accused security forces of trying to orchestrate an attack against him October 24, 2019. Amnesty International has reported at least 16 people killed in the violent protests against Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed following Jawar's accusations. PHOTO | STRINGER | AFP
Prominent activist Jawar Mohammed does not rule out challenging his erstwhile ally, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, in next year’s election, he told Reuters on Friday, after days of demonstrations by his supporters resulted in 16 deaths.
Jawar’s ability to organise street protests helped propel Abiy to power last year, ushering in sweeping political and economic reforms. Abiy won the Nobel peace prize this month for his regional peace-making achievements.
