Oromo

Our diverse feminists must team up to disavow epistemological violence

If feminists have the courage to curb our claims of innocence, we have the potential to engage in genuine critical…

6 years

Why did Ethiopia’s Prime Minister blame African Americans for their victimization?

African Americans’ ongoing struggle for equality should be seen as an inspiring lesson for other subjugated peoples.

6 years

The ‘epistemological violence’ of Awol Allo

 Rather than trying to speak across the divides, the academic-activist has fanned the flames of ethnic bigotry.

6 years

Qeerroo: from ‘revolt against subjugation’ to ‘popular uprising against tyranny’

Attempts to discredit the Qeerroo will not deter the movement from pursuing its goals.

6 years

An imperial narrative gets recycled

More understanding and less blaming are key to a solution for the self-determination crisis of the Oromo and other Ethiopian…

6 years

Qeerroo: A regimented organization or a spontaneous movement?

Both the House of Federation and Tigray's government are acting unconstitutionally. Unless the mutual antagonism ceases, conflict may ensue.

6 years

Mother Ethiopia — a royal lie, common passion

It is people’s belief in the state's moral worthiness, not the military might of the regime imposing the royal lie,…

6 years

Middleman

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

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