The Executive Committee of Ethiopian People’s Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF) has continued evaluating the implementation of the deep reform. For few scholars EPRDF current evaluation promises a positive future.
In a statement last week, EPRDF vowed to restore its tradition of working in unison and to ensure governance so as to expedite the country’s development.
Amanuel Gebru (Ph.D), an Associate Prof. with Addis Ababa University School of Media and Communication says rifts of mistrust and blaming one another are natural for political parties, but it is wise to handle differences carefully. With adequate communication, it will not be unattainable to see the light at the end of the tunnel, he hints.
He even says if conflicts were not to surface, it would be tough to build resilience.
Amanuel argues that the intraparty relations among EPRDF might be weakening due to lack of open mindedness in accommodating various beliefs. “It is very advantageous to the member parties, if they nurture critical thinking and weigh ideas based on their relevance to the people of the nation.”
Few members seem to be after political goals or personal gains with little or no understanding to the consequence of their actions to the coexistence of the nations, nationalities and peoples of Ethiopia, he adds.
The eruption of violence in several universities and clashes in different parts of Ethiopia can have links to this. It is also taking sort of ethnic shape. This should be denounced in the strongest terms possible at all levels particularly at the highest leadership level. “We don’t refer the value of peace from books, we’ve practical experience. Thus, the leadership of EPRDF needs to increase its commitment to put lasting solution to the problems erupting in various parts of the country.”
Hopefully, EPRDF leadership is aware of the fact that truth-seeking requires persistence and humility, he says, adding: “A commitment to truth-seeking will sometimes take us outside our comfort zone, obliging us to admit weaknesses.”
EPRDF is spearheading millions, thus, its strong and durable decision is so decisive in keeping the country well on track, he underscores. He is also optimistic as the Executive would come up with stringent and historic decisions.
Shishay Amare Gebremeskel (PhD), an Asst. Prof. with Mekelle University’s School of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Ethiopian Institute of Technology (EiT-M). To him, solutions to the problems would be devised in a top-down approach. The majority of the problem is relating to unable to respect the rule of law. Officials should walk their talks. If rule of law is believed to be central and binding, every effort of the government should take place in an accountable and transparent manner, he stresses.
Otherwise, the current problems, which at some point are taking ethnic shape, has roots at the ill-percieved deeds of few ill-mannered individuals, he says, commenting as the role of these anti-peace elements who attempts to orchestrate their cynical ambitions should not be undermined.
A question worth answering at this juncture, however, is: Why do such problems unfold in a time the country has been installing strong rule of law and progressive development policies?
“The answer can be, as we may learn from past trends, few individuals start to orchestrate disorder every time progressive members of EPRDF raise issues of renewal through open evaluation.”
The only thing is that strong members of EPRDF should continue pressing ahead until the public expectations sufficiently met irrespective of those that opts for business as usual, he notes.
Then, every government echelon ought to replicate the imprint of the executive to cast out all drawbacks, Shishay says.
But for former Ethiopian Democratic Party (EDP) President Lidetu Ayalew argued EPRDF has to think out outside of the box for the country has faced different problems. “This could ruin the system itself.”
It should work hard on structural correctness. The party needs strong leader who can save it from the looming dangers, he adds.
Last week’s EPRDF statement has conveyed strong messages to the entire people underling as the Executive Committee would continue its successful evaluations until it puts in place reliable and sustainable solution to address all the problems facing the country.
The Committee also vowed to let the people of Ethiopia know each and every development in due course.
BY MENGISTEAB TESHOME
In a statement last week, EPRDF vowed to restore its tradition of working in unison and to ensure governance so as to expedite the country’s development.
Amanuel Gebru (Ph.D), an Associate Prof. with Addis Ababa University School of Media and Communication says rifts of mistrust and blaming one another are natural for political parties, but it is wise to handle differences carefully. With adequate communication, it will not be unattainable to see the light at the end of the tunnel, he hints.
He even says if conflicts were not to surface, it would be tough to build resilience.
Amanuel argues that the intraparty relations among EPRDF might be weakening due to lack of open mindedness in accommodating various beliefs. “It is very advantageous to the member parties, if they nurture critical thinking and weigh ideas based on their relevance to the people of the nation.”
Few members seem to be after political goals or personal gains with little or no understanding to the consequence of their actions to the coexistence of the nations, nationalities and peoples of Ethiopia, he adds.
The eruption of violence in several universities and clashes in different parts of Ethiopia can have links to this. It is also taking sort of ethnic shape. This should be denounced in the strongest terms possible at all levels particularly at the highest leadership level. “We don’t refer the value of peace from books, we’ve practical experience. Thus, the leadership of EPRDF needs to increase its commitment to put lasting solution to the problems erupting in various parts of the country.”
Hopefully, EPRDF leadership is aware of the fact that truth-seeking requires persistence and humility, he says, adding: “A commitment to truth-seeking will sometimes take us outside our comfort zone, obliging us to admit weaknesses.”
EPRDF is spearheading millions, thus, its strong and durable decision is so decisive in keeping the country well on track, he underscores. He is also optimistic as the Executive would come up with stringent and historic decisions.
Shishay Amare Gebremeskel (PhD), an Asst. Prof. with Mekelle University’s School of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Ethiopian Institute of Technology (EiT-M). To him, solutions to the problems would be devised in a top-down approach. The majority of the problem is relating to unable to respect the rule of law. Officials should walk their talks. If rule of law is believed to be central and binding, every effort of the government should take place in an accountable and transparent manner, he stresses.
Otherwise, the current problems, which at some point are taking ethnic shape, has roots at the ill-percieved deeds of few ill-mannered individuals, he says, commenting as the role of these anti-peace elements who attempts to orchestrate their cynical ambitions should not be undermined.
A question worth answering at this juncture, however, is: Why do such problems unfold in a time the country has been installing strong rule of law and progressive development policies?
“The answer can be, as we may learn from past trends, few individuals start to orchestrate disorder every time progressive members of EPRDF raise issues of renewal through open evaluation.”
The only thing is that strong members of EPRDF should continue pressing ahead until the public expectations sufficiently met irrespective of those that opts for business as usual, he notes.
Then, every government echelon ought to replicate the imprint of the executive to cast out all drawbacks, Shishay says.
But for former Ethiopian Democratic Party (EDP) President Lidetu Ayalew argued EPRDF has to think out outside of the box for the country has faced different problems. “This could ruin the system itself.”
It should work hard on structural correctness. The party needs strong leader who can save it from the looming dangers, he adds.
Last week’s EPRDF statement has conveyed strong messages to the entire people underling as the Executive Committee would continue its successful evaluations until it puts in place reliable and sustainable solution to address all the problems facing the country.
The Committee also vowed to let the people of Ethiopia know each and every development in due course.
BY MENGISTEAB TESHOME
The Executive Committee of Ethiopian People’s Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF) has continued evaluating the implementation of the deep reform. For few scholars EPRDF current evaluation promises a positive future.
In a statement last week, EPRDF vowed to restore its tradition of working in unison and to ensure governance so as to expedite the country’s development.
Amanuel Gebru (Ph.D), an Associate Prof. with Addis Ababa University School of Media and Communication says rifts of mistrust and blaming one another are natural for political parties, but it is wise to handle differences carefully. With adequate communication, it will not be unattainable to see the light at the end of the tunnel, he hints.
He even says if conflicts were not to surface, it would be tough to build resilience.
Amanuel argues that the intraparty relations among EPRDF might be weakening due to lack of open mindedness in accommodating various beliefs. “It is very advantageous to the member parties, if they nurture critical thinking and weigh ideas based on their relevance to the people of the nation.”
Few members seem to be after political goals or personal gains with little or no understanding to the consequence of their actions to the coexistence of the nations, nationalities and peoples of Ethiopia, he adds.
The eruption of violence in several universities and clashes in different parts of Ethiopia can have links to this. It is also taking sort of ethnic shape. This should be denounced in the strongest terms possible at all levels particularly at the highest leadership level. “We don’t refer the value of peace from books, we’ve practical experience. Thus, the leadership of EPRDF needs to increase its commitment to put lasting solution to the problems erupting in various parts of the country.”
Hopefully, EPRDF leadership is aware of the fact that truth-seeking requires persistence and humility, he says, adding: “A commitment to truth-seeking will sometimes take us outside our comfort zone, obliging us to admit weaknesses.”
EPRDF is spearheading millions, thus, its strong and durable decision is so decisive in keeping the country well on track, he underscores. He is also optimistic as the Executive would come up with stringent and historic decisions.
Shishay Amare Gebremeskel (PhD), an Asst. Prof. with Mekelle University’s School of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Ethiopian Institute of Technology (EiT-M). To him, solutions to the problems would be devised in a top-down approach. The majority of the problem is relating to unable to respect the rule of law. Officials should walk their talks. If rule of law is believed to be central and binding, every effort of the government should take place in an accountable and transparent manner, he stresses.
Otherwise, the current problems, which at some point are taking ethnic shape, has roots at the ill-percieved deeds of few ill-mannered individuals, he says, commenting as the role of these anti-peace elements who attempts to orchestrate their cynical ambitions should not be undermined.
A question worth answering at this juncture, however, is: Why do such problems unfold in a time the country has been installing strong rule of law and progressive development policies?
“The answer can be, as we may learn from past trends, few individuals start to orchestrate disorder every time progressive members of EPRDF raise issues of renewal through open evaluation.”
The only thing is that strong members of EPRDF should continue pressing ahead until the public expectations sufficiently met irrespective of those that opts for business as usual, he notes.
Then, every government echelon ought to replicate the imprint of the executive to cast out all drawbacks, Shishay says.
But for former Ethiopian Democratic Party (EDP) President Lidetu Ayalew argued EPRDF has to think out outside of the box for the country has faced different problems. “This could ruin the system itself.”
It should work hard on structural correctness. The party needs strong leader who can save it from the looming dangers, he adds.
Last week’s EPRDF statement has conveyed strong messages to the entire people underling as the Executive Committee would continue its successful evaluations until it puts in place reliable and sustainable solution to address all the problems facing the country.
The Committee also vowed to let the people of Ethiopia know each and every development in due course.
BY MENGISTEAB TESHOME
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