The source underscored that voter registration, which began on March 7, is being conducted both digitally and in person, allowing for greater citizen participation.

The NEBE noted that, of the total registered voters, 16,849,654 are women and 20,122,327 are men.

The figures also show that 72,451 women and 76,609 men with disabilities were registered during the process.

Ethiopia’s electoral body launched on January 6 digital systems designed to modernize voter and candidate registration, as part of the preparations for the general elections.

Authorities highlighted that these tools, focused on the comprehensive Mirchaye application, are part of an effort to strengthen transparency, efficiency, and public trust in the electoral system.

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