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Today, the city of Godey has witnessed a moment that will be remembered for generations. With the laying of the foundation stone for the Urea Fertilizer Plant by Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed, a new chapter has begun—not only for Godey and the Somali Region, but for Ethiopia as a whole. For decades, the fertile
By. Abdirezak Sahane Elmi Former Government Official and Writer of Geopolitical Issues In the long history of Ethiopia, elites have always played a decisive role in shaping the destiny of the nation. From the struggles of independence to the modernization attempts of emperors, from the revolutionary upheavals of the Derg era to the federal experiment
Across the Ethiopian diaspora, some individuals have been tirelessly working to erode the dignity and reputation of the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF). Figures such as Neamin Zeleke, Masay Mokenen, Ephrem Madebo, Ayelsaw Zerihun, and others have positioned themselves as “patriots” and “true Ethiopians.” Yet, in reality, their campaigns are aimed at discrediting the very
Addis Abeba – This year’s United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) is taking place in New York from 23 to 29 September, 2025. Held annually in September, the assembly transforms itself into a global carnival, turning Manhattan into a parade ground of motorcades, flashing sirens, red carpets, and flags. Heads of state and monarchs fly in, entourages
By Abdirezak Sahane When Leaders Choose Division: Leadership is not merely about ruling, it is about guiding people, solving problems, and protecting the dignity of all. But too often, leaders fall into the dangerous trap of preaching hatred, revenge, and division. This strategy may provide short-term control, but it leaves behind long-term wounds that outlast
Mohamud A. Ahmed – Cagaweyne The Horn of Africa is a theatre where the currents of water, the lines of blood, and the smoke of conflict intertwine to define the survival of nations. In this arena, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia shuttles between capitals that are foes to one another, moving with a posture
The Somali Region is at a crossroads where noise has become a substitute for vision and where the loudness of politics often disguises the emptiness of action. In this climate, political brokers multiply. They present themselves as indispensable intermediaries, yet they only drain the lifeblood of institutions. They are neither architects of renewal nor custodians
By Abdirezak Sahane Elmi, Former Government Official The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is more than just a power project , it is a national dream that has finally become a reality. Today, as we celebrate its completion, I feel both pride and deep personal connection, for I was among those who contributed to its
Mid ka mid ah xeeladihii ugu qadiimsanaa ee boqortooyooyinkii hore iyo gumaystayaashii reer Yurub ku joogteeyeen awooddooda ayaa ahayd siyaasadda “Divide and Rule” Qaybi oo Xukun. Bulsho kasta oo la rabay in la xukumo waxaa lagu dhex abuurayay nacayb, shakiyo iyo is qabqabsi, si aysan weligood u helin fursad ay ku mideeyaan codkooda. Haddaba, waxaa
August 19, 2025 By Abdirezak Sahane Elmi – Former Government Official & Political Analyst In recent weeks, the Ethiopian media space has been filled with celebratory commentaries about a supposed “national convergence” against Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. These writings, mostly circulated on platforms like Addis Standard, Ethiopian Insight, and The Reporter, have been endorsed by