Tigray nationalism

Because of the war, many Tigrayans no longer identify with Ethiopia

Over the last two years, the devastating war in Tigray has caused me to reconsider my identity and question my…

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Under Ethiopia’s federal system, Western Tigray belongs in Tigray

The evidence also suggests the area was majority Tigrinya speaking prior to the federal era.

4 years

Abiy Ahmed’s power base is more fragile than ever

Ethiopia’s prime minister is becoming a leader without a solid political home. 

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The myth of Tigrayan exceptionalism

Zola Moges’ portrayal of Tigrayans as chronically rebellious, minority oppressors, and warmongers is false and dangerous.

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To achieve sustainable peace in Ethiopia, ethnic federalism must be replaced

An enduring political solution to the Amhara-Tigray land dispute does not exist in the system that created it

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Abiy’s botched centralization fuels Ethiopia’s feuding centrifugal forces

The only way forward for Ethiopia is allowing greater autonomy.

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Ethiopia’s multinational federalism ruins Isaias’ assimilationist scheme

Tigrayan nationalism is a barrier to the creation of an Eritrean identity.

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Tigrayan exceptionalism has led to the war, and is now hindering peace

Tigray’s political elites’ claims of exceptionalism based on the region’s glorious history and strong military posture is problematic.

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For lasting peace, TPLF’s monopolization of power in Tigray must end

Mediators must deal with all political actors in Tigray.

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