Why what's happening in Ethiopia matters for Africa - BBC 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. #ethiopia #bbcafrica #ethiopianews Editor: Ifiokabasi Ettang Graphics: George Wafula Reporter: Jameisha Prescod Executive producer: Marko Zoric 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - What you need to know about Abiy Ahmed 02:43 - Hachalu Hundessa's killing 04:03 - The military offensive in Tigray 04:44 - Tigray and instability in the region 05:34 - The Tigray conflict's economic impact 06:07 - Ethiopia's identity and history Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/