Why Have Jawar’s and Lidetu’s Non-Violent Movements Failed to Get Traction?
Yonas Biru, PhD Lidetu has been in Ethiopian politics for over three decades. Jawar’s political ንክኪ is a tad shorter. In total, he has
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Breaking the Chains of Tribalism
Dula Abdu Mohamud A. Ahmed (Prof.) as an individual or an organization promoting Sustainable programs through the OWS Development Fund, located in the
The Development Strategies of Singapore vs. Ethiopia: A Comparative Analysis of Education and Beautification
Dr. MeKonnen Birru (birrum@uhd.edu) Over the past few decades, Singapore and Ethiopia have pursued distinct paths to development. While Singapore’s transformation into a global
Why Both Ethiopia-Centered and Tribe-Based Change Agendas Continue to Fail
Yonas Biru, PhD (unedited draft for discussion) A caveat is in order at the outset. The article focuses on Oromo, Amhara and Tigray extremist
Eskinder Nega: A Portrait of Two Faces – Freedom Fighter and Divider
Dr. MeKonnen Birru (birrum@uhd.edu) Eskinder Nega, a name synonymous with the struggle for democracy and freedom in Ethiopia, is a man of undeniable courage,
Colonel Abiy Ahmed Failing Ethiopia: A Deep Dive into Leadership Deficiencies
(The Habesha) – In the gripping grip of the ongoing civil war, hardcore conflicts, and rampant hunger, Ethiopia’s leadership under Abiy Ahmed appears to
The Impact of Prosperity Gospel Governance on Ethiopian Nationalism
At the heart of East Africa, stands Ethiopia, a nation with a long and resilient history, currently struggling with an escalating crisis. The tension
We should welcome and embrace Jawar in the struggle, but with caution.
Allelign Sisay Dear Jawar. You must answer the following questions to build confidence and trust with non-Oromo Ethiopians, particularly with the Amharas. No one
The Lawless Land of East Africa: An Examination of Anarchy in Ethiopia..
By Habtamu Kebede I obtained the details in this article from a reputable and trustworthy source. However, I have modified certain information to protect
Assessing the Charge of Genocide Against the Amhara People
Messay Kebede The circumstance behind this paper is the discussion I recently had with three eminent members of the Ethiopian intelligentsia, Aklog Birara, Geletaw
Moges Teshome’s Review of Jawar’s book: A Bird’s Eye View Yet Insightful
Yonas Biru, PhD Moges Teshome’s review of Jawar’s book (አልፀፀትም) provides a brief yet insightful summary of what he considered to be key salient
Ethiopia’s Resistance Legacy: Aschalew Fetene’s Tribute to Ras Woubneh Tessema (Amoraw Kamora)
January 15, 2025 Caleb T (Dr.) Image from “Amoraw Kamora” by Aschalew Fetene – Music Video (2025). Introduction Aschalew Fetene, a celebrated Ethiopian musician,
“Fifty Years from Now, Ethiopians Will Praise Jawar for Uniting Ethiopia”
Yonas Biru, PhD Between October 23 and November 30, 2019, I posted several blogs on Koki Abesolome’s Facebook page, following the standoff between the
Why Nations Fail: The Impact of Leadership on National Stability – A Message to Ethiopia’s Leaders
Dr. MeKonnen Birru (birrum@uhd.edu) Nations do not fail because of their people. Throughout history, people have shown immense resilience, innovation, and the capacity to