Linguistic structures and terminologies show how Ethiopian ethno-national groups are genetically related, says Dr. Weldu Weldeyesus. Photo: Compilation of photos from Flickr users Rod Waddington, Jasmine Halki, UNICEF Ethiopia, USAID Ethiop

Ethnic Federalism — Ethnic Conflict In Ethiopia, Episode Nine

Oct 22nd, 2018 34m 31s

Ethiopia's federal system is organized along ethnic lines, and whether that has been a good or bad thing for the country is the subject of much debate. In this episode, we'll discuss the history of how Ethiopia became a state and the pros and c

History of Tigrayans — Ethnic Conflict In Ethiopia, Episode Eight

Sep 26th, 2018 3m 59s

Tigrinya speakers in Eritrea and Ethiopia are Tigrayans, but for political and historical reasons they've been separated, says linguist Dr. Weldu Weldeyesus. Photo: Emperor Yohannes IV (left) with his son and heir, Ras Araya Selassie Johann

Tigrayans — Ethnic Conflict In Ethiopia, Episode Seven

Sep 14th, 2018 23m 25s

Tigrayans are often targeted in Ethiopian politics because of the popular perception that they benefit more from the political system than other ethnic groups. In episode seven, we discuss economic conditions in Tigray and the effects of this p

Oromo History— Ethnic Conflict In Ethiopia, Episode Six

Sep 7th, 2018 17m 34s

In episode six, we learn about Oromo history and oppression under Ethiopia's former feudal system. Oromos are said to have suffered the most, but they were also part of the royal family and Emperor Menelik II's invading army. People in thi

Somali -- Ethnic Conflict In Ethiopia, Episode Five

Aug 27th, 2018 21m 34s

Episode FiveIn episode five of our series exploring ethnic conflict in Ethiopia, Somali region native Mohamed Olad gives us his take on the Ogaden National Liberation Front, Liyu police, and ongoing violence in the region.Credits:Ogade

Tigrayan People's Liberation Front (TPLF) -- Ethnic Conflict In Ethiopia, Episode four

Aug 6th, 2018 1h 10m

Episode fourThe Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) led a successful battle against all political groups during Ethiopia's civil war. But today the party's victories are being undone as old rivals gain ground in Ethiopia. In episode four

Ethiopian People's Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF) -- Ethnic Conflict In Ethiopia, Episode three

Aug 4th, 2018 1h

Episode three People in this episode:Yonas DeressaDr. Berhanu NegaFounder of Ginbot 7Former Ethiopian People's Revolutionary Party (EPRDP) memberDeacon Yoseph Tafari Ordained deacon serving under the Archdiocese of the exiled Ethio

Amhara -- Ethnic Conflict In Ethiopia, Episode Two

Aug 1st, 2018 18m 41s

Episode two People in this episode:Dr. Asebe Regassa DebeloAssistant professor of Development Studies at Dilla University, EthiopiaEthnicity: Oromo Tewodrose Tirfe Co-founder of the Amhara Association of AmericaDr. Weldu Weldeyes

Oromia -- Ethnic Conflict In Ethiopia, Episode One

Aug 1st, 2018 10m 37s

The first episode of this series starts with an overview of the Oromo protests.

Introduction

Aug 1st, 2018 1m 28s

Our first series explores ethnic conflict in Ethiopia. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook to stay updated on new episodes. Special thanks to Elikeh for licensing its song, titled "Know Who You Are," for this podcast!

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