Abiy Ahmed’s Nobel Peace Prize reflects his olive branch diplomacy. But some of these overtures have fallen short.
Peace at home and with Eritrea remains incomplete.
African dictators have been losing power — some to democratic governments. Militaries can tip the scales toward democracy.
These five factors make the difference between militaries that support autocracy and those that allow free elections.
What’s behind Ethiopia’s recent political violence?
Prime Minister Abiy faces a serious test: Preparing the country for the 2020 elections.
Sometimes autocrats strengthen their power by expanding women’s rights. Here’s how that works.
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So Ethiopia’s new prime minister wants real democracy? Here’s what has to change first.
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There’s been a historic shift in Ethiopia-Eritrea relations, and this new book explores the countries’ rebellions
[caption id="attachment_75980" align="aligncenter" width="960"] Relatives embrace after meeting at Asmara
Did someone try to assassinate Ethiopia’s new prime minister? Here’s what you need to know.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/video/world/wirestoryful/ethiopia-blast-at-rally-for-new-leader-kills-at-least-1/2018/06/23/f476fc94-76ca-11e8-bda1-18e53a448a14_video.html?utm_term=.f244c61b9f88 On Saturday, hundreds of thousands of Ethiopians rallied in