From noble aspirations of unity to an uneven reality

Ethiopian ethnic politics was introduced with the noble goal of redressing historical inequalities and granting self-determination to diverse communities. Yet, three decades of experience reveal a troubling reality: by anchoring politics, resource allocation, and administrative power almost exclusively to ethnic identity, the system has deepened marginalized internal connections and elevated tribal allegiance over merit. The […]

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