Ruto congratulates Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on re-election

Kenyan President William Ruto has extended his congratulations to Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed upon his re-election to a second term. In his message, Ruto described Abiy's new mandate as a vote of confidence in his leadership and the vision he holds for Ethiopia. "Congratulations my brother, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, on your re-election to lead Ethiopia for a second term," Ruto stated.

He added that he wishes Abiy success in his endeavors to drive Ethiopia's transformation agenda. Ruto also reaffirmed Kenya's commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Ethiopia, expressing the hope that their partnership will continue to advance the shared interests of their peoples, the region, and the global community.

Abiy was officially re-appointed as Prime Minister on Monday, following the endorsement of the newly formed House of Peoples’ Representatives for a second five-year term. The swearing-in ceremony took place during the opening session of Ethiopia's seventh Parliament. Abiy's re-appointment came after the June 1, 2026 general election, where his governing Prosperity Party secured a dominant majority by winning 438 out of the 501 seats in the House of Peoples’ Representatives. Ruto's congratulatory message was first reported by KBC Digital.