Abiy Ahmed

Why Prosperity Party is needed

Prosperity Party will reverse fragmentation, boost inclusivity, and allow institutions to flourish, argues a senior federal official.

7 years

Middleman

An Ethiopian prime minister torn between rival Oromo and Amhara political camps is increasingly acting in his own interests.

7 years

Six causes of transitional trauma

For a number of fundamental reasons, there is almost no prospect of a swift and painless democratic transition in Ethiopia.

7 years

Prize-winning double standards

As concerns about the country's future rise, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed is under scrutiny for perceived preferential treatment of Oromo…

7 years

Liberal democracy is no liberator

Liberal democracy will not liberate Ethiopian nationalities still struggling for recognition, and nor will it free the country from poverty.

7 years

A flicker in the gloom

If Abiy transforms EPRDF into a single party, at least it will offer a possible—albeit still risky—way out of the…

7 years

Ethiopian politicians should agree a transition period, and use it wisely

A wide range of political actors should support a five-year transition period that will tackle fundamental divisions and pave the…

7 years

Breaking an electoral suicide pact

Ethiopia's bitterly opposed political factions needs to build trust rather than rush into potentially divisive elections next year.

7 years

Federalist façade for centralist front

Despite TPLF probing, an incoherent EPRDF staggers on. More jostling looks likely, as the Prime Minister tries to cobble together…

7 years