Part 2: Ethiopia’s Modern Quest for Unity: Abiy’s Vision and the Echoes of Zemene Mesafint

More importantly, no countries that adopted ethnic federalism have ever granted ethnic groups an explicit right to secede in their constitutions.

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Part 1: Ethiopia’s Modern Quest for Unity: Abiy’s Vision and the Echoes of Zemene Mesafint

Abiy’s challenges are not just historical but two- or even three-fold in comparison to his imperial predecessors. His leadership has taken place in an era defined by the rapid advancement of technology and the ubiquitous presence of social media. In this digital age, where every individual can contribute to these platforms, the flow of information is relentless.

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