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Emperor Menelik II: A Transition of Power and Legacy
111 years ago today Emperor Menelik II passed away as a revered figure in Ethiopian history, who played a significant role in shaping the...
Dec 12, 20246 min read
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The Gamification of Ethnicity in Ethiopia
The gamification of ethnicity through Ethiopia’s system of ethnic federalism has been a point of intense debate and criticism. This...
Nov 15, 20248 min read
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Monks on a Mission
The legacy of Abyssinia’s wandering saints From the grand halls of European churches to the sacred grounds of Jerusalem and the secluded...
Oct 20, 20246 min read
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Ethiopia: 50 Years After The Overthrow of HIM Haile Selassie's Monarchy
Fifty years ago, Ethiopia witnessed a seismic shift in its political landscape with the overthrow of Emperor Haile Selassie, marking the...
Sep 12, 20248 min read
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Slaves of Addis
Why is the Addis Ababa polity impossible to mobilize? A call to never give up your cultural and economic freedom. In order to understand...
Aug 25, 20247 min read
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Eskinder Nega’s quick climb up the Fano ranks
An evaluation of BBC Focus on Africa’s interview Eskinder Nega has actively participated in Ethiopian politics for more than two decades,...
Jul 27, 20242 min read
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Reviewing the National Movement of Amhara
And lessons to be learned Founded 6 years ago today, NAMA was created with the stated goal to defend the interests of Amhara...
Jun 10, 20243 min read
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Irreecha and Oromiffa during Haile Selassie's reign
Dispelling the lies If you follow current Ethiopian politics you would be familiar with statist tropes about the protection of ‘nations...
May 16, 20243 min read
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Marking 30 years since the ‘Rwanda’ Genocide
And lessons to be learned by Amhara activism As we approach the 30th anniversary of the Rwanda Genocide, it is imperative that we take a...
Apr 7, 20245 min read
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The FANO Economy
Inspired by Elon Musk’s interview where he asserted that “Economies are not money”, this article will explore this anti-intellectual and...
Mar 13, 20244 min read
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Harar, Somaliland and the death of Ahmad The Left Handed 481 years later
481 years ago today the defeat of Imam Ahmad Ibn Ibrahim al-Ghazi, also known as Ahmed Gragn “The Left Handed” marked a significant event...
Feb 21, 20245 min read
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What would an Abyssinian Game of Thrones look like?
The epic fantasy series Game of Thrones has captivated audiences worldwide with its intricate political intrigue, complex characters, and...
Jan 21, 20248 min read
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Fundraising and Uniting our Struggle
For the Amhara people in this era even the most simple activities like fundraising and uniting have posed severe challenges. Engulfed in...
Dec 14, 20233 min read
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Tattoos And Faith
A Testament of Devotion and Civility In the rugged highlands of Abyssinia, a tapestry of culture and faith is woven into the very fabric...
Oct 5, 20235 min read
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Fano Commanders First Press release
This week we have seen the demonstration of the importance of press releases when for the first time Fano commanders released a joint...
Sep 24, 20232 min read
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Who are the Amhara?
The Amhara people are thought to be descendants of Cushitic groups who intermingled with Semitic peoples that migrated to the Horn of...
Sep 19, 202313 min read
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