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Next Prime Minister of Ethiopia?
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Next Prime Minister of Ethiopia?

Volume:
$286,138,163

Abiy Ahmed

 - Polymarket

Abiy Ahmed - Polymarket

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Resolved Oct 5, 2026

Closed: Oct 5, 10:22 PM EST

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Result
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Abiy Ahmed

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100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
—
N/A
$199,521
N/A
N/A
N/A
Settled
Yes
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Adanech Abiebie

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
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N/A
$83,460,060
N/A
N/A
N/A
Settled
No
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Gedion Timothewos

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
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N/A
$55,949,082
N/A
N/A
N/A
Settled
No
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Shimelis Abdisa

0%
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$41,598,520
N/A
N/A
N/A
Settled
No
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Belete Molla

0%
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$32,292,429
N/A
N/A
N/A
Settled
No
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Berhanu Nega

0%
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$29,707,814
N/A
N/A
N/A
Settled
No
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Demeke Mekonnen

0%
1%
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N/A
$29,343,979
N/A
N/A
N/A
Settled
No
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Alesa Mengesha

0%
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$13,586,757
N/A
N/A
N/A
Settled
No
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Person D

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No
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Person F

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No
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Person H

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Settled
No
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Person J

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No
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Person L

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No
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Person N

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Person P

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Person R

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No
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Person T

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No
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Person V

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No
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Person X

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No
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Person Z

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No
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Person C

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No
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Person E

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No
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Person G

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No
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Person I

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Settled
No
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Person K

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Settled
No
Total markets: 25 of 33

Intro

This market tracks who will become the next Prime Minister of Ethiopia. Currently, Polymarket gives a 97.0% probability to Will Abiy Ahmed being appointed, while Will Demeke Mekonnen is at 1.1%. The market will resolve based on official information from the Government of Ethiopia, with a consensus of credible reporting potentially used as a secondary source. Keep an eye on the outcome of the general elections scheduled for June 1, 2026, as the results will likely signal the path toward resolution and the official appointment of the next Prime Minister.

Polymarket

General elections are scheduled to be held in Ethiopia on June 1, 2026. This market will resolve to the next individual who officially assumes the office of Prime Minister of Ethiopia following the 2026 General elections. To count for resolution, the individual must be officially appointed and sworn in as Prime Minister of Ethiopia. Any interim or caretaker Prime Minister will not count toward the resolution of this market. If no such Prime Minister takes office by December 31, 2028, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to “Other”. The primary resolution source for this market will be official information from the Government of Ethiopia; however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.

Frequently asked questions

Currently, prediction market odds often reflect a different perspective than traditional polling data. While polls attempt to capture stated preferences, this market represents what people are willing to *put their money on*. This difference can be significant, especially in situations with low public trust or complex geopolitical factors. It’s common to see discrepancies between the two, as prediction markets can incorporate information that polls may miss, such as insider knowledge or nuanced political calculations. The current implied probability in this market offers a unique view compared to standard polling averages.

On Polymarket, this market is priced through a continuous trading mechanism where participants buy and sell shares representing their belief in a particular outcome. The price of each share directly corresponds to the implied probability of that outcome occurring. As more people buy shares in a candidate, the price increases, reflecting a higher perceived chance of success. On Polymarket, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The market’s price is driven entirely by supply and demand, representing the collective wisdom of traders participating on Polymarket.

This market resolves around Jun 2, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Resolution will be based on who is officially appointed as the Prime Minister of Ethiopia. This will be determined by the relevant governmental bodies and reported by reputable news sources. The market will then settle to 100% for the winning candidate, and 0% for all others, based on this official confirmation. Traders should monitor news sources leading up to Jun 2, 2026 for updates on the selection process.

Several signals or events could significantly impact this market. Major political endorsements, shifts in party dynamics, or unexpected resignations of key figures could all cause price fluctuations. Any significant developments in Ethiopia’s political landscape, such as changes to the constitution or electoral laws, would also be closely watched by traders. Furthermore, statements from influential international actors or reports of unrest or instability within the country could also move the market. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for understanding the evolving probabilities within this market.