TPLF

Abiy must weave together multiple plot lines

Beneath the latest neat international narrative of a democratizing Ethiopia lies a ruthless struggle among competing domestic plotlines.

7 years

Raya: a category error, and a catalog of errors

The people of Raya have diverse origins and so defy simple categorizations. A more accommodating federation can resolve their disputed…

7 years

Ethiopian elite lost in electoral maze under Abiy’s gaze

Despite Ethiopia's challenges, there is little sign of corresponding action from the political elite, leaving the path open for Abiy…

7 years

The Rayan people want an end to rule by Tigray

A significant number of Rayan people have always opposed Tigrayan rule and now the struggle for autonomy is gathering strength…

7 years

Ethiopia’s transitional justice process needs restoration work

Given Ethiopia's fragile and unusual political situation, a restorative rather than retributive approach to transitional justice appears to be appropriate.

7 years

Politicizing Eritrea peace perpetuates conflict cycle

Ethiopia and Eritrea will soon unveil a roadmap to address past conflicts. What key issues does it need to confront…

7 years

Is Tigray really a drop in the bucket for Abiy’s administration?

Many Tigrayans are wondering why the Prime Minister took such a sharp turn against their region. A move they believe…

8 years

Ethiopia’s federation needs reviving, not reconfiguring

Ethiopia's nationalities battled hard for recognition. A reconfiguration of the federation that does not consider their struggle is a recipe…

8 years

TPLF hegemony has ended, but EPRDF power struggle is just beginning

When regional powers battled for control in the 18th and 19th centuries, it was called the Age of Princes. Is…

8 years