Analysis & Opinion: In-depth Reporting on Ethiopian Politics - The Habesha Ethiopian News & In-Depth Analysis-Top Stories

ANALYSIS & OPINION

The Analysis & Opinion section provides in-depth commentary, critical insights, and thoughtful perspectives on current events, social issues, and global affairs. Our experts and contributors offer nuanced analyses, drawing on facts, research, and diverse viewpoints to help readers understand complex topics. Whether you're looking for expert commentary on politics, economics, culture, or human rights, this section offers informed opinions to spark discussion and encourage a deeper understanding of the world around us

ANALYSIS & OPINION

Why Tigray’s 2015 Local Officials’ Claims Are a House of Cards: Debunking Dr. Fiseha Haftetsion and Amanuel Assefa’s Disinformation

March 18, 2025

by The Habesha

By LJDemissie March 18, 2025 Dedicated to the People of Ethiopia, Especially Tigrayans Courageously Denouncing the TPLF’s Criminality Picture someone swearing their 2015 movie

ANALYSIS & OPINION

Getachew Reda: A Hero, A Traitor, or Simply a Political Survivor?

March 15, 2025

by The Habesha

By: Sophonias A. Kassa For nearly two decades, particularly following the passing of former Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi, Getachew Reda has stood as one

ANALYSIS & OPINION

Ethiopia’s Political Crossroads: The TPLF Split and Its Regional Implications

March 13, 2025

by The Habesha

By: Sophonias A. Kassa Ethiopia is experiencing one of the most turbulent periods in its modern history, marked by deep political and social turmoil.

ANALYSIS & OPINION

Evangelical Generals and Warrior Pastors: The Dangerous Intersection of Religion and Politics in Ethiopia’s Prosperity Party

March 12, 2025

by The Habesha

March 12, 2025 Caleb Ta (Dr.) Introduction Ethiopia’s political landscape under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has become increasingly defined by the intersection of religion

Abiy Ahmed: The Narcissism Behind Ethiopia’s Turmoil

ANALYSIS & OPINION

Societal Paranoia and Political Disorder in Ethiopia: A Psychiatric Analogy

March 11, 2025

by The Habesha

By: Sophonias A. Kassa Introduction Paranoia is not confined to the realm of individual psychopathology; it can consume entire societies, shaping political movements, governance,

ANALYSIS & OPINION

The Crossroads Government: Franklin Graham, Evangelical Pastors, and Political Lobbying in Ethiopia

March 10, 2025

by The Habesha

March 9, 2025 Caleb T (Dr.) Abstract Ethiopia, a country historically known for its religious pluralism, has witnessed the intertwining of religion and politics

ANALYSIS & OPINION

Ethiopia’s Pursuit of Access to the Sea: A Personal Reflection

March 10, 2025

by The Habesha

By: Sophonias A. Kassa Introduction In recent months, the relationship between Ethiopia and Eritrea has deteriorated dramatically, with tensions escalating to alarming levels. After

ANALYSIS & OPINION

The Illusion of Conquest: Unveiling the True Costs of Abiy’s Military Agenda

March 6, 2025

by The Habesha

Unmasking the True Costs of Abiy’s Militaristic Ambitions March 7, 2025 Sirak Zena Introduction Ethiopia and Eritrea are two sovereign and separate nations with

ANALYSIS & OPINION

Violence Soar as TPLF’s Dispute Triggers Unrest in Tigray Region

March 5, 2025

by The Habesha

Fenta Takele The tranquility of the Tigray region in Ethiopia has been shattered, thanks to an escalating internal feud within the Tigray People’s Liberation

ANALYSIS & OPINION·History

Adwa: The Battle for Unity, the War on Memory, and the Call for a Second Adwa

March 4, 2025

by The Habesha

Amsal Woreta March 3, 2025 One Hundred Twenty-Nine Years Later: Adwa’s Unfinished Battle On March 1, 1896, Ethiopia delivered a resounding blow to colonial ambitions at the

ANALYSIS & OPINION·History

Ethiopia, Adwa and Africa

March 1, 2025

by The Habesha

Tsegaye Tegenu, PhD Africans view the Battle of Adwa as a powerful symbol of freedom and unity. This shared sentiment played a role in

ANALYSIS & OPINION

OLF and OFC’s Delusional Expansionist Approach to Oromia’s Political Crisis

February 26, 2025

by The Habesha

(The Habesha) – In a shocking turn of events recently, the Oromo Liberation Front (OLF) and Oromo Federalist Congress (OFC) jointly issued a statement

Messay Kebede Professor Emeritus College of Arts and Sciences and Addis Ababa University: Philosophy

ANALYSIS & OPINION

Religion, Politics, and the Drifting of Ethnic Federalism

February 25, 2025

by The Habesha

Messay Kebede Abrahamic religions, like Judaism, Islam, and especially Christianity, have encouraged, in one form or another, the separation of religion from politics. Recall

ANALYSIS & OPINION

The Illusive Search for Mutual Trust among Amhara Elites

February 24, 2025

by The Habesha

Aklog Birara (Dr) February 24, 2025 Amhara has been fighting against a cruel, barbaric, and tyrannical system in defense of its sheer survival for half

ANALYSIS & OPINION·Politics

African Narratives Study Highlights Amhara Conflict’s Impact on Ethiopia

February 24, 2025

by The Habesha

A recent report by African Narratives, a Pan-African non-profit research organization, highlights alarming developments in Ethiopia under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s administration. The findings