Ethiopia’s government and Oromo rebels meet in Tanzania for talks.
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Amhara civilians were massacred in Tole, but questions remain
While the authorities and OLA accuse each other of the killings, and Amhara groups blame both, the facts—as far they’re known—suggest a more convoluted story.
Jawar Mohammed: from ‘A luta continua’ to peace preacher
To the dismay of some Oromo nationalists, Jawar appears to be placating the government.
Oromo and Amhara militants battle on western frontier
Civilians are caught in the crossfire of violence between rival political camps.
Extrajudicial killings by Ethiopia’s security forces: rule or exception?
International focus on the war in northern Ethiopia has obscured state violence elsewhere.
Moo’ichi Paartii Badhaadhinaa, moo’atamuu Oromiyaa — fi Itoophiyaati
Xiyyeeffannoon muummicha Ministeeraa Abiy Ahmed tokkummaa ta’us, eenyummaa siyaasa Itoophiyaa fi kan Oromoo walitti araarsuu sababa dadhabeef, waadaa seene sanaaf jiraachuu hin dandeenye.
Prosperity Party’s win is a loss for Oromia—and Ethiopia
Despite his focus on unity, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has failed to reconcile Ethiopian and Oromo political identities, and so failed to live up to his own promises.
Chaos in the Rift—a microcosm of Ethiopia’s brutal polarization
In Oromia, mayhem followed the 29 June slaying of beloved singer Hachalu Hundessa. And as Oromo protesters rose up in Batu, security forces stood down.
Two steps forward, one step back for Oromia?
After months more turmoil, there’s a fresh chance for the Oromo Liberation Front to enter peaceful politics, but many doubts remain
OLF integration underway yet tensions remain
Oromo Liberation Front fighters have begun integration into regional security forces, although there are still reports of disagreements and insecurity.