Ethiopia: The 15 May 2005 elections and human rights - recommendations to the government, election observers and political parties

Ethiopia: The 15 May 2005 elections and human rights - recommendations to the government, election observers and political parties

Index AI: AFR 25/002/2005
Date de publication: 28 avril 2005
Catégories: Éthiopie, Afrique

This report draws attention to human rights issues in elections to be held on 15th May 2005 when Ethiopians will elect a new federal parliament and regional and city councils, with elections in the Somali Region to be held in August. AI calls on the Government of Ethiopia and its security forces, election officials and all political parties, to make clear commitments to respect and protect the human rights of all Ethiopians during the elections, including the human rights of women. The report concludes with recommendations to the government, election observers and political parties. \n\n\n\n