Council of Ministers (Ethiopia) facts for kids

The Council of Ministers is like the main team of leaders who help run the country of Ethiopia. Think of it as the country's "cabinet" or executive body. These are the people who make important decisions and carry out the laws for the Government of Ethiopia.

What is the Council of Ministers?

The Council of Ministers is the most important group in the Ethiopian government. It is made up of the Prime Minister of Ethiopia and many other ministers. Each minister is in charge of a different part of the government, like education, health, or finance. Their job is to make sure the country runs smoothly and that the government's plans are put into action.

Who Leads the Council?

The Prime Minister of Ethiopia is the head of the Council of Ministers. They lead the meetings and guide the work of all the other ministers. The Prime Minister is the chief executive of the country, meaning they are the main leader in charge of the government's day-to-day operations.

A Look at the Leaders

The people in the Council of Ministers change over time. When a new Prime Minister is chosen, they usually pick their own team of ministers.

Past Councils

• From 2012 to 2018, Hailemariam Desalegn was the Prime Minister. He had his own Council of Ministers helping him.
• Since 2018, Abiy Ahmed has been the Prime Minister. He leads the current Council of Ministers.

Current Key Members (as of 2021)

The Council of Ministers includes many important roles. Here are some of the main ones:

• The Prime Minister of Ethiopia is Abiy Ahmed. He is the top leader.
• The Deputy Prime Minister of Ethiopia is Demeke Mekonnen. He helps the Prime Minister.
• The Minister of Foreign Affairs is also Demeke Mekonnen. This person handles Ethiopia's relationships with other countries.
• The Minister of Defense is Abraham Belay. This person is in charge of the country's military and safety.
• The Minister of Finance is Ahmed Shide. This person manages the country's money.
• The Minister of Justice is Gedion Timotheos. This person works on laws and justice.
• The Minister of Education is Berhanu Nega. This person looks after schools and learning.
• The Minister of Health is Lia Tadesse. This person is responsible for public health.

There are many other ministers too. They are in charge of things like innovation, transport, trade, agriculture, and women's affairs. Each minister plays a vital role in making sure different parts of the country work well.