ANALYSIS & OPINION

By Dr. Suleiman Walhad March 30th, 2024 Although each country of the region has its own challenges and responsibilities towards its citizenry, it also has common regional challenges and shared responsibilities. The two must always be balanced for the life and future of each country is dependent upon the activities and life processes of its […]

LJDemissie In the heart of Ethiopia’s digital landscape, government officials, ministers, ambassadors, and diplomats wield the power of social media. Their personal accounts serve as conduits for official communication, bridging the gap between governance and the public. But behind the scenes lies a tangled web—a mixed bag of data that holds both promise and peril.

B Dr. Suleiman Walhad March 25th, 2024 Maulana Wahiduddin Khan, a social scientist once narrated a story about a company which launched new tyres it manufactured on the market. The company ran an advertisement wherein it promised that it would pay a prize to whoever demonstrated a real defect in the tyres. Many people bought

By Dr. Suleiman Walhad March 19th, 2024 Introduction It is often said that failure is a common occurrence in life  as is success, but when coupled with a positive attitude, such failure can be transformed into a success. However, when failure is coupled with a negative attitude, it only compounds the failure and hence complicates

Far-reaching implications of an evolving quagmire The originator of the saying “geography is destiny” remains unknown, yet the idea itself holds true as history has shown that certain geographical areas, regardless of their size, hold great strategic, economic, and geopolitical importance. As a result, these regions are often sought after by current and emerging powers, and have been the site

A Country in Search of a United Broad Based Property Owning Ruling Class (1855-20..) By Ephrem Asebe    Summary For more than three decades, Ethiopia, one of the great enduring civilization states in the world has been under assault by ethnic entrepreneurs intent on primitive accumulation and  creating an independent state. Just as cancer survives by

By Dr. Suleiman Walhad March 18th, 2024 Modern traffic poses significant risks to both individuals and property if not properly regulated. To mitigate these dangers, numerous traffic signals have been installed to provide guidance to drivers and pedestrians. Among these signs is one that emphasizes the importance of staying in one’s designated lane. This simple

 The Quality of Institutions in Ethiopia (2018-) In a landscape marked by shifting political alliances and economic uncertainty, Ethiopia stands as a testament to resilience and adaptability. This chapter delves into the intricate relationship between state fragility and its impact on business and economic performance, offering a lens through which to view the Ethiopian experience.

By Mesfin Tegenu In the upcoming weeks, high-ranking officials from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are scheduled to travel to Ethiopia for crucial meetings. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s government has requested billions of dollars in aid to support the country amidst its internal conflicts. It is crucial to recognize that more than just financial assistance