Information gathered by Wazema Radio from multiple outlets suggests that the TPLF is currently engaged in a number of discussions to align itself with the ruling party’s vision of prosperity, despite labeling it as “unlawful” just four years ago. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed of the TPLF, a signatory of the Pretoria Peace Agreement following a two-year conflict, has indicated his willingness to participate in the party’s prosperity agenda under the leadership of the chairman, emphasizing the need to address certain conditions before formalizing the alliance.
The EPRDF prior to Bolsenga was a coalition of four sub-parties with equal representation in both the executive and central committee, whereas Bolsenga is a unified party. The representation in the Prosperity party is based on population size rather than equal representation like the EPRDF member organizations.
TPLF Chairman Debretsion Gebremichael was present in Addis Ababa to kickstart the negotiations, while Adam Farah, Deputy Chairman of Bletsegna, later traveled to Mekele for in-depth discussions two weeks later. Although there are leaders who believe that merging prosperity through conflict is “wrong…and not necessary”, the integration is crucial to finding solutions to Tigray’s issues.
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