What are some practical and consensual approaches to constitutional reform in Ethiopia?
We brought together a group of academics to discuss this topic, in a webinar conducted in Amharic.
Watch this insightful discussion➡️https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZWixVknzho about the issues Ethiopia faces around its founding document, and the way forward.

Almost one year after peace talks between the federal government and the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) made progress but ultimately failed, there is still no end in sight to the devastating conflict in Oromia. READ➡️https://www.ethiopia-insight.com/2024/10/17/peace-and-justice-remain-elusive-in-oromia/ on why with longstanding Oromo political demands unmet, negotiations remain stalled.

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PART I:
The ongoing conflict in Ethiopia's Oromia region, stems from longstanding demands for greater political representation and recognition of Oromo rights.
The Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), an armed group seeking greater autonomy for Oromia, has been engaged in a violent struggle with the Ethiopian government since 2018. Despite peace talks, negotiations have faltered over power-sharing arrangements, and the conflict continues to cause widespread suffering and displacement, among other devastating humanitarian consequences of the conflict, including hindered access to basic services and aid delivery.

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PART II:
Many Oromos have long felt marginalized and excluded from mainstream politics, leading to similar demands from opposition parties. The OLA, in its manifesto, says it aims to establish a government through elections and to ensure the full recognition of the Oromo language, culture, and history. The group also emphasizes the need to end the exploitation of Oromia’s natural and human resources, which it says has continued unabated since Ethiopia’s imperial days. So, what's the way forward in Oromia?

In Ethiopia's Oromia region, what are the historical, political, and socio-economic factors contributing to the ongoing conflict? And what are the impacts on Oromia's population, including humanitarian consequences? READ MORE➡️ https://www.ethiopia-insight.com/2024/10/17/peace-and-justice-remain-elusive-in-oromia/

While the government touts success in managing macroeconomic reforms and curbing inflation, it’s too soon for a victory lap—economic reality tells a more murky story. READ➡️ https://www.ethiopia-insight.com/2024/11/05/now-the-birr-floats-will-ethiopia-sink-or-swim/

Ending the administrative turmoil in southern Ethiopia' - have a listen to this insightful discussion here https://youtu.be/xU6kpCCsr2g?si=8el6sqVKp6MIMk1e The webinar is conducted in Amharic.