Forum on Media's Role in Democratic Election Underway in Adama

Addis Ababa, May 20, 2026 — A consultative forum dedicated to examining the pivotal role of the media in ensuring the success of democratic election is taking place in the city of Adama.

Organized through a collaborative initiative between the Ethiopian News Agency and the Civil Society Organizations Authority, the national forum is being held under the theme, "The Role of Media for the Success of Democratic Election."

The gathering has brought together stakeholders, including Government Communication Service Minister Enatalem Melesse, Government Communication Service State Minister Tesfahun Gobezay, Ethiopian News Agency Chief Executive Officer Seife Deribe, and Civil Society Organizations Authority Deputy Director-General Fasikaw Molla.

Media heads and journalists are also in attendance.

The forum is designed to reinforce the collective understanding that cultivating democratic and fair election remains a shared responsibility among all stakeholders.

It was also noted that the role of the media and civil society organizations is very crucial in this process.