Author: boodhari

Addis Abeba – In the labyrinth of Ethiopia’s political landscape, an age-old rhythm of resistance and centralization replays itself. Fano, the self-styled guardian of Amhara’s identity, stands now as one of the latest actors in this evolving drama. Their defiance against the Ethiopian Federal Defense Forces echoes both the historical echoes of valour and the grievances born of marginalisation. And while skirmishes flare along the edges of the Ethiopian heartland, the looming question haunts the horizon: Can the insurgent Fano forces truly challenge Ethiopia’s military juggernaut, or is the march toward confrontation a prologue to eventual defeat or compromise? The answer is buried in the layers of Ethiopia’s complex political, social, and geopolitical fabric. What follows is an anal...

The Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) has announced its decision to suspend participation in the Ethiopian National Dialogue process, citing a lack of “inclusivity” and “transparency.” In a statement released on 20 October 2024, the group criticized recent actions by the ruling party in the Somali region, claiming they have undermined the process by “unilaterally selecting participants,” violating the agreement with political parties, and “sidelining diverse voices.” According to ONLF, this “exclusionary approach” contradicts the purpose of the National Dialogue, which is meant to “bring together all stakeholders to address the root causes of conflict.” The group also highlighted the absence of key political actors from Amhara, Oromia, and Tigray, stating that ongo...