Introducing an insightful Twitter thread discussing the concerns raised by prominent Oromo politician Lencho Leta about Ethiopia's current state and exploring the implications of various government actions. Find out more about the challenges Ethiopia faces
🧵1/9: Lencho Leta, a prominent #Oromo politician, expressed concern for #Ethiopia's current state in a recent interview, fearing system failure. As a founding member of the Oromo Liberation Front and initiator of the Oromo Democratic Front, Leta is a key figure in Oromo politics
🧵2/9: Leta is a strong supporter of PM Abiy and has been influential in releasing Oromo political prisoners. However, certain actions by the PM, such as imposing Oromo interests in Addis Ababa, have led to unrest and the loss of core supporters. #politics#Ethiopia@ervstours
🧵3/9: A series of controversial events, including neglecting the regional flag and anthem in Addis Ababa, dividing the Orthodox Synod, and undermining the Adwa Victory celebration, have raised concerns about the country's direction. #EthiopiaCrisis@NeaminZeleke
🧵4/9: Additionally, targeting and blocking people from one region and displaying discrimination against an ethnic group contribute to the growing list of concerning actions taken by the government. #HumanRights#Ethiopia
🧵5/9: Leta's warning about a potential collapse of the country may be an attempt to secure more time for the Oromuma project and encourage patience with the struggling administration. #PoliticalStrategy#Ethiopia
6/9: Critics argue that Leta should advise the government openly to stop undemocratic and unconstitutional actions, rather than challenging the opposition. #Accountability#Ethiopia
🧵7/9: As Ethiopia faces multiple challenges, voices like Lencho Leta's should be considered part of a broader effort to find solutions and ensure stability for the country and its diverse population. #Ethiopia#OromoPolitics
🧵8/9: Continued dialogue and constructive engagement among all stakeholders are crucial for addressing the complex issues facing Ethiopia today. #EthiopiaCrisis#NationalUnity
🧵9/9: Stay informed and join the conversation as we delve into the pressing issues facing Ethiopia and the role of influential figures like Lencho Leta in shaping its future. #Ethiopia#OromoPolitics#PoliticalDiscussion
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🇪🇹 Ethiopia Removes TPLF from Terrorism List: A Balanced Assessment of Pros and Cons @
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✅ Pro 1: Facilitates peace negotiations - Removing TPLF from the list may pave the way for dialogue between the government and Tigray authorities, leading to a peaceful resolution.
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✅ Pro 2: Reestablishes humanitarian access - Easing restrictions on aid organizations, allowing them to provide crucial support to the affected population in Tigray.
1/ 🚨 #Ethiopia: Ongoing crisis in Oromia region with hundreds killed, thousands displaced, & increasing violence linked to OLF-Shane, irregular forces from Amhara, & unnamed individuals. Authorities' response not adequate. #EthiopiaCrisis@ervstours@NeaminZeleke
2/ Religious & spiritual leaders, humanitarian orgs, & intellectuals must break their silence & condemn ongoing violence. Forums for national reconciliation, stability, and sustainable peace are crucial. #StandWithEthiopia 🇪🇹
3/ Dr. Daniel Bekele of EHRC criticized for not admitting genocide in Ethiopia despite evidence. Psychic numbing theory suggests that people become indifferent when individuals are "one of many." It's time to address this deficiency in humanity. #PsychicNumbing
1/10 🇪🇹 Let's embark on an imaginative journey and explore how the administration of Eskinder Nega might have looked like if he were elected as the Prime Minister of Ethiopia. Keep in mind this is purely speculative! #EthiopianPolitics#AlternativeHistory
2/10 🕊️ Building Bridges: Nega's commitment to freedom of speech and democracy would likely drive his administration to prioritize national dialogue, bringing together various ethnic and political groups for peaceful discussions. #UnityInDiversity
3/10 🗳️ A New Era of Democracy: Electoral transparency could take center stage under Nega's administration, ensuring fair competition for all political parties. This might involve empowering the National Electoral Board and promoting voter education. #FreeAndFairElections
🧵1/12 Meet Eskinder Nega, a symbol of resistance against ethnic inequality, oppression, and injustice in Ethiopia. A journalist and political activist, he has faced imprisonment and harassment for standing up for press freedom and freedom of expression. #EskinderNega#Ethiopia
🧵2/12 Eskinder is the founder and leader of the opposition party, Balderas for True Democracy. Despite spending a total of 20 years in and out of prison under two regimes, his resolve for democracy and justice remains unshaken. @ervstours#FreeEskinder#BalderasForTrueDemocracy
🧵3/12 As editor of Etopis, Satenaw, Asqual, and Menelik, Eskinder received multiple international awards for his fearless journalism and dedication to democracy. Yet, he continues to be perceived as a threat to the political elite in Ethiopia. #PressFreedom
1/15 📰 "@reda_getachew From Spokesperson to President" 🇪🇹 Introducing Getachew Reda, former Tigray gov't spokesperson & now its president. Despite his resilience, his controversial past raises concerns. @ervstours#Ethiopia#Tigray
2/15 🚨 Getachew's tenure as spokesperson was marked by controversial speeches against the Amhara ethnic group. His inflammatory rhetoric has been widely criticized, and many question his ability to establish peaceful relations with other ethnic groups. #Amhara#Controversy
1/18 🇪🇹 The Ethiopian government, led by the Prosperity Party and primarily representing the Oromo ethnic group, has been accused of using starvation as a weapon against the Amhara region. In this thread, we'll explore the reasons behind this troubling issue. #Ethiopia#Amhara
2/18 🌍 Ethiopia's diverse ethnic makeup has given rise to ethnic tensions and political rivalries. The Amhara region, home to the Amhara ethnic the group has been particularly affected by these dynamics. #EthnicTension#AmharaRegion
3/18 🏛️ The Prosperity Party, which emerged from the Ethiopian People's Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF), has been in power since 2019. The party has strong representation from the Oromo ethnic group, the largest in Ethiopia. #ProsperityParty#Oromo