Dr. Yetemgeta Asrat Appointed as President of Central Ethiopia Region

Dr. Yetemgeta Asrat has been officially appointed as the President of the Central Ethiopia Region. The appointment was made by the Council of the Central Ethiopia Region during its 7th founding session held in Wolkite town. Dr. Yetemgeta succeeds Dr. Endeshaw Tassew, who had been serving as the regional president since the initial establishment of the regional state. The leadership transition marks a significant administrative development for the region. The decision was formally announced on Meskerem 23, 2017 Ethiopian Calendar (October 3, 2024). The council meeting in Wolkite brought together regional leaders and representatives to finalize the appointment and transition of power. Dr. Yetemgeta will now assume full responsibility for leading the regional government's executive branch.