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Ethiopia: The EOTC Synod in Exile: Issues and Challenges

January 28, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Introduction The reconciliation efforts underway between the EOTC home and exile synods seem to come to an abrupt halt. Technically speaking, it is the home synod who takes it to the limit. The ratification of a law that governs patriarch … read more »

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Ethiopia: EOTC Synod Renewed its Failure

January 24, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

By Teklu Abate Millions of Ethiopians have been closely following the peace and unity talks underway between the two competing synods. There was a general understanding and optimism that the synods would make sacrifices of all sorts to ensure reconciliation. … read more »

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Ethiopia: President Girma’s Letter: Slip of the Mind or the Tongue?

December 9, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

By Teklu Abate Since his coronation in October 2001, the President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Girma WoldeGiorgis, has been ‘playing’ at the background of the political scene. He is occasionally seen on ETV, receiving ambassadors and inaugurating … read more »

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