Ethnic federalism

Can the Somali region speak?

Ethiopian Somalis must reject politically motivated, shallow historical narratives and produce a new story that accurately captures their lived experiences.

5 years

Fiscal decentralization for a functional Ethiopian federation

A clearer legal framework on the division of powers between federal and regional governments is a starting point for achieving…

5 years

Ethiopia re-enters the abyss of war

Last time Ethiopia descended into conflict, it took 17 years to emerge. Will Ethiopia's new leaders learn from history?

5 years

Is Ethiopia coming together or falling apart?

Abiy and his Amhara supporters are in the ascendancy—but Ethiopia’s future is by no means assured.

6 years

Hawks and doves: The great divide over the war in Tigray

Pro- or anti-war, we should all agree that independent access to the conflict zone is a must.

6 years

Chaos in the Rift—a microcosm of Ethiopia’s brutal polarization

In Oromia, mayhem followed the 29 June slaying of beloved singer Hachalu Hundessa. And as Oromo protesters rose up in…

6 years

The counter-productive demonization of Jawar Mohammed

Given the activist’s revered status among many Oromo, the attempt to silence and defame him will surely backfire.

6 years

Before tallying votes, we must count people

A census should be seen as a remedy for Ethiopia’s problems, not a cause of them.

6 years

Reforming Ethiopian ethnofederalism

The current system eased some old problems, but created fresh ones. It’s time to reimagine the federation.

6 years