# Ethiopia’s constitutional reform: What could it mean — especially for Abiy?

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- DW, 2026-09-09 15:18 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/ethiopia-s-constitutional-reform-what-does-it-mean-especially-for-abiy/a-79172262?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> Ethiopia is considering a constitutional overhaul that could merge the prime minister’s and president’s offices, turning the largely ceremonial presidency into the country’s political center. The change could further empower Abiy Ahmed. Supporters say a directly elected president could strengthen national identity, while critics warn presidential systems are more prone to dictatorship and stress the need for accountability.