Also in the news: let the healing start, CIVICUS urges a swift trial, Thousands Rally In Somali, Regional war looms and more top stories of the day! Hailu Shawel, head of the opposition Coalition for Unity and Democracy (CUD) and Berhanu Nega, Election Campaign Manager at a joint press conference at CUD headquarters in Addis Ababa. Addis Ababa 16 May 2005. Photo – […]
By Al Mariam September 24, 2006 The Honorable Dennis Hastert Speaker of the House 235 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 BY FAX Re: H.R. 5680 (Ethiopia Freedom, Democracy, and Human Rights Advancement Act of 2006) Dear Mr. Speaker: I write this letter on behalf of hundreds of thousands of proud and loyal Ethiopian Americans
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By Fikru Helebo I was having a conversation last night with a friend about the fate of HR 5680, the legislation that is currently making its way in the United States House of Representatives, which is designed to advance the cause of Human Rights and democracy in Ethiopia, and my friend asked me what are the
By Maru Gubena September 4, 2006 — As in any society, a good number of Ethiopians residing throughout the international community feel we are carrying a heavy load of responsibilities on our heads concerning the well being of our country – Ethiopia – and its people. This is true even though we work and live
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By Workie Briye August 29, 2006 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the TPLF Government has recently distributed a circular for its Embassies and Consular Affairs throughout the world. The circular, which is a follow-up of a previous “Strategic Plan” which was sent to Embassies earlier this year, orders all Embassies to prepare a comprehensive
August 23, 2006 His Excellency Prime Minister Meles Zenawi C/O The Embassy of Ethiopia 3506 International Drive, NW Washington, DC 20008 Via facsimile: 202-587-0199 Your Excellency, The Committee to Protect Journalists is deeply concerned about prison conditions for journalists Eskinder Nega and Sisay Agena, who CPJ sources say are suffering from harsh treatment and deprivation
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According to Amnesty International, Dr Berhanu Nega, the mayor of Addis Ababa, is experiencing a decline in his health due to unsanitary prison conditions. Despite a court ruling last month ordering his transfer to a clean cell, the Meles regime has chosen to disregard the decision. Similarly, Kinijit’s Secretary General Muluneh Eyoel, council member Andualem
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Aug 9, 2006 (ADDIS ABABA) — Ato Hailu Shawel, Chairman of the Ethiopian opposition Kinijit for Unity and Democracy Party (CUDP) which is the major opposition in Ethiopia, has been admitted to hospital today around 9:00 in the morning. Hailu Shawel According to a press statement of Kinijit International Leadership Office, he has been taken
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Looking at Forgotten Recent Events and Future Strategies Conducive to a Mature Political Culture for Ethiopia: Putting the Cart Before the Horse? By Maru Gubena* July 6, 2006 — As Ethiopia’s political historians would acknowledge, to embark on a discussion of the political development and political culture of Ethiopia appears to me a tricky business.
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The CUD has long been a symbol of resistance against injustice in various regions of Ethiopia, yet their efforts have often been overlooked by the international community. Those advocating for the unity of Ethiopia have found themselves marginalized in political discussions, reduced to mere footnotes in global narratives about the country’s challenges. The narratives promoted
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Numerous readers have reached out to me via email, seeking a factual clarification regarding my previous comment on the matter of Kinijit International Leadership. In response, I have conducted thorough research, engaging in discussions with individuals who have been closely monitoring the situation, and attempting to obtain the letters of correspondence from my sources. I
