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Why Fano Needs to Adapt Mao’s Strategy of Surrounding the Cities from the Countryside

Paulos Milkias, Ph.D. There are many reasons that collectively shaped Mao’s approach to revolutionary success. He emphasized the importance of a strong, supportive rural base to eventually take control of urban centers.

October 26, 2024

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Fano’s Thorny March Toward Unity

Messay Kebede Three features seem to distinguish Fano from other known armed insurgencies: its uncentered nature, its lack of a formal political manifesto, and the rapidity of its military advances. As a

October 26, 2024

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There is No Free Press in Ethiopia

By Habtamu Kebede The government’s control over media and suppression of dissenting voices The independent press in Ethiopia has reportedly been prohibited from reporting on the recent fire that destroyed the Merkato

October 25, 2024

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Ethiopian Diaspora Leadership: Why do we have to shame you first before we shame the world?

Please quit wasting time and energy on professional politicians and get to the real work of shouting in the world’s face about Amhara Genocide—the right way. I’m sure that to no one’s

October 23, 2024

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About Nature of Ethiopian State: Is History Repeating Itself?

Tsegaye Tegenu, PhD 2024-10-22 I wrote this article on September 26, 2016, eight years ago. I am reposting it again. Why? The phrase “history repeating itself” refers to the idea that events,

October 22, 2024

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Mamo Esmelealem Mihretu and Commercial Bank Presidents are in DC to Rob the Diaspora

Yonas Biru, PhD Mamo Esmelealem Mihretu and several commercial bank presidents are in DC to encourage the diaspora to invest in Ethiopia. The purpose of this article is to show their trip

October 19, 2024

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2019’s Nobel Peace Prize laureate’s Overlooked War Against Ethnic Civilian Amhara population in Ethiopia

Meskerem Yeshi-Arega Kassa When the celebration of Nobel Week is emphasized in the Nordic countries, a stark and troubling contrast emerges in Ethiopia. Abiy Ahmed Ali, the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize laureate

October 19, 2024

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The Ethno-Fascist Movements in Ethiopia: An Existential Threat to the Amhara People

Mengistu Musie (Dr) [email protected] October 17, 2024 The existential threats facing the Amhara people in Ethiopia can be understood through various historical, political, and socio-cultural lenses. To fully understand the magnitude of

October 18, 2024

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40 Years After the 1984 Famine: Ethiopia’s Battle with Conflict and Hunger

UK Parliament James Goddard Published Thursday, 10 October, 2024 The House of Lords is due to debate the following motion from Baroness Featherstone (Liberal Democrat) on 17 October 2024: This House takes note

October 12, 2024

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Unveiling the Truth: Fairfax Africa Fund’s Misleading Claims and Their Impact on Ethiopians

By LJDemissie October 10, 2024 Abraham Lincoln once said, “Truth is generally the best vindication against slander.” It’s a solid reminder that authenticity and transparency are our best defenses against misinformation. Dedicated

October 10, 2024

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Debretsion’s ህዋሐት vs. Getachew’s TPLF in Bullet Points

Yonas Biru, PhD Dear honorable ታዳሚዎች of this esteemed discussion forum. It is with humility and respectful submission that I share my views on a thorny political issue. I am tight with

October 8, 2024

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A Heartfelt Tribute to Gigi: An Ethiopian Treasure

By LJDemissie October 3, 2024 Ejigayehu Shibabaw, known by her stage name Gigi, is a renowned Ethiopian singer born in 1974. She has performed Ethiopian music combined with a wide variety of

October 3, 2024

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Here We Go Again: Another Pamphlet Full of Insults and Slurs from My Stubborn Brother

Dear Editor We say NO to slurs, insults, condescending attitudes – neither as personal attacks nor as attacks on our culture, country. While Abiy and Shimeles are raping our country, Ethiopia to

October 2, 2024

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WHO IS MORE STUPID, AMHARA OR OROMO TRIBAL INTELLECTUALS?

By Koki Abesolome October 2, 2024 Hi, my name is Koki Abesolome. I am a pen name with a PhD in Philosophy and a penchant for devouring anything by the likes of

October 2, 2024

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Continued Neglect of Africa: Ignored by Western Media and Global Institutions

Mengistu Musie (Dr.) [email protected] The butcher of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed, continues his genocidal war against the Amhara people, and I call upon the whole world to intervene. The international media that is

October 1, 2024

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