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Abiy Ahmed’s Failed Third Offensive: Atrocities Committed by Ethiopian Army | Geopolitical Insights

Dr. Mengistu Musie [email protected] As of August 13, 2024, the situation in the Amhara region has deteriorated drastically, with Abiy Ahmed launching a third round of offensives to crush the Amhara Fano

August 21, 2024

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A Promising Beginning to Unify the Diaspora Amhara Falls Victim to Hermitized Souls

Yonas Biru, PhD Some three or four weeks ago there was a good beginning to unify the Amhara diaspora. Unfortunately, the first meeting was fraught with problems rooted in the Amhara hermitized

August 21, 2024

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“The Fish Rots from the Head” Abiy Ahmed’s Leadership Crisis is Systemic…Part 2

By Amsal Woreta August 21, 2024 The image depicts a decaying fish head on a map of Ethiopia, surrounded by symbols of distress, conveying the atmosphere of a nation in turmoil. Ethnic

August 21, 2024

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“The Fish Rots from the Head” Abiy Ahmed’s Leadership Crisis is Systemic

By Amsal Woreta August 21, 2024 The image depicts a decaying fish head on a map of Ethiopia, surrounded by symbols of distress, conveying the atmosphere of a nation in turmoil. The

August 21, 2024

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The Ethiopian Political Confession Challenge

Yonas Biru, PhD August 19, 2024 This challenge is primarily aimed at those who are actively involved in Ethiopia’s political conflicts. Members of the silent majority are also challenged to take part

August 19, 2024

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Cosmetic and Textbook Reforms Will Not Solve Ethiopia’s Crisis

Aklog Binara (Dr) August 19, 2024 Free trade is not free. Abiy Ahmed’s political decision to embrace the free market and neoliberal economics makes Ethiopia’s dire situation much worse. This is because

August 18, 2024

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Are supporters and sympathizers of the extremist Oromuma ideology seeing any positive outcomes?

By Habtamu Kebede August 11, 2024 In my previous article, titled “The Devastating Effects of Abiy Ahmed’s Senseless War on the Amhara People,” I discussed the concept of Oromuma. This term was

August 11, 2024

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Ethiopia’s Economic Reform: Prescription Mismatches Ailment

By Fayessa A Ethiopia’s economic reform, without complementary and serious political reform, is not going to remedy the country’s significant challenges, in fact it’s likely to make things worse. The need for

August 9, 2024

ANALYSIS & OPINION·Economy

The Idea of Implementing a Market-based Exchange Rate System in Ethiopia continues to be an elusive goal

By Kbour Gena August 9, 2024 (TH) – Ethiopia’s recent shift from a restricted foreign exchange rate to a market-oriented free exchange rate system indicates a significant alteration in economic policy under

August 9, 2024

ANALYSIS & OPINION·Economy

Ethiopia’s Currency Devaluation: A Recipe for Further Economic Crisis

Dr. Mengistu Musie [email protected] As we observe the confused leadership of Abiy Ahmed and his coalition, which includes the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), it becomes evident that as long as they

August 6, 2024

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Sudan: A Country Worthy of Applause for Hosting Ethiopian Refugees.

By Habtamu Kebede Recently, I have been watching several videos about the ongoing conflict in Sudan. These videos have opened my eyes to the devastating state of Khartoum, a once-vibrant city

August 5, 2024

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Devaluing the Birr: Inflicting pain on Ethiopians – Part I

By Worku Aberra August 2, 2024 Devaluation and Inflation Introduction On 28 July, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed congratulated the Ethiopian people on his government’s decision to float the Birr. He announced that the

August 2, 2024

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Psychoanalysis of Ethiopian Political Extremisms: Resentment and its Impact on Rational Mindedness

Messay Kebede All the extensive research work I have done on Ethiopia’s sociopolitical and cultural evolution has brought me to the belief that the evolution cannot be understood in purely rational terms.

July 30, 2024

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The Emergence of Amara FANO: Addressing Existential Threats and Championing Essential Reforms

Dr. Mengistu Musie [email protected] In recent times, Amara FANO has gained prominence as a pivotal force in tackling the pressing existential threats that confront society. This organization has emerged as a beacon

July 29, 2024

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The Rise of Amara FANO: Preventing the Existential Threats and Advocating for Fundamental Changes

Dr. Mengistu Musie [email protected] July 29, 2024 Dr. Mengistu Musie [email protected] July 29, 2024 In recent years, the emergence of numerous political and social movements has demonstrated the persistent quest for equality

July 29, 2024

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