Transition

Reforming Ethiopian ethnofederalism

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

6 years

Beyond toxic politics: Overcoming our societal monsters

Our discussions should move away from reacting to symptoms of our societal evils towards addressing their roots.

6 years

Mind over matter: Abiy Ahmed’s aim to “Pentecostalize Ethiopian politics”

The premier believes the power of positive thinking can help him save Ethiopia.

6 years

The secret war in Tigray

The intervention has been covert to mask the involvement of Eritrean troops, control the narrative, and obscure civilian suffering. International…

6 years

Conflict in Tigray is about TPLF, not ethnic federalism

Contrary to the claims of ethno-nationalist activists, Prosperity Party and the TPLF are aligned on multinational federalism.

6 years

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

Lidetu bailed after charges of trying to topple state by penning transition plan

Now bailed, veteran centrist Lidetu Ayalew was charged for sketching out his plans for an interim administration. For that, he…

6 years

Five reasons why Ethiopia ended up at war

Opportunism, ideology, vengeance, money, ego—war.

6 years

A moral appeal to end hostilities

There will be no winners in a war fueled by a failure of political leadership.

6 years