Discussing Conflict In Ethiopia

Author : Wolbert Smidt,Kinfe Abraham
Publisher : LIT Verlag Münster
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 3825897958

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Discussing Conflict in Ethiopia by Wolbert Smidt,Kinfe Abraham Pdf

This volume contains the papers presented at the Conference 'Ethiopian and German Contributions to Conflict Management and Resolution' of November 2005, Addis Ababa. The aim of this conference was to bring researchers and those working in the practical field of conflict resolution together, before the background of renewed internal and international conflict. Research in conflict resolution mechanisms is one of the most hopeful fields in modern social sciences. Local conflicts can have devastating effects on the state and even involve the international level. In turn, international conflict can also destabilize society and create new local conflicts. However, local conflict resolution mechanisms could be of a great importance even within the international scene. This volumes examines the experiences in Ethiopia and the impact the acquired knowledge could have for future conflict resolution and management.

Author : Yonas Berhane
Publisher : Anchor Academic Publishing (aap_verlag)
Page : 81 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2013-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783954891573

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Mezard, Indigenous Conflict Resolution Mechanism in Northern Ethiopia: Assessing Rural Alamata Woreda, Tigray Regional State, Ethiopia by Yonas Berhane Pdf

This book is dealt with Mezard institution which seems to be characterized as a democratic institution at least apparently. In the real sense however, it lacks an inherently full-fledged democratic element. In fact it appears to encourage participation of the public in general, but excluding the youth and the women to participate throughout the process and in election of the elders who can handle the existing conflicts. Moreover, based on the study conducted in the area, this book indicates that the Mezard system is cost effective way of adjudicating cases.

Author : Getachew Assefa (dir.). Alula Pankhurst
Publisher : Centre français des études éthiopiennes
Page : 301 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2016-07-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9782821872349

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Grass-roots Justice in Ethiopia by Getachew Assefa (dir.). Alula Pankhurst Pdf

This book presents a timely review of the relations between the formal and customary justice systems in Ethiopia, and offers recommendations for legal reform. The book provides cases studies from all the Region of Ethiopia based on field research on the working of customary dispute resolution (CDR) institutions, their mandates, compositions, procedures and processes. The cases studies also document considerable unofficial linkages with the state judicial system, and consider the advantages as well as the limitations of customary institutions with respect to national and international law. The editor's introduction reviews the history of state law and its relations with customary law, summarises the main findings by region as well as as on inter-ethnic issues, and draws conclusions about social and legal structures, principles of organization, cultural concepts and areas, and judicial processes. The introduction also addresses the questions of inclusion and exclusion on the basis of gerontocratic power, gender, age and marginalised status, and the gradual as well as remarkable recent transformations of CDR institutions. The editor's conclusion reviews the characteristics, advantages and limitations of CDR institutions. A strong case is made for greater recognition of customary systems and better alliance with state justice, while safeguarding individual and minority rights. The editors suggest that the current context of greater decentralization opens up opportunities for pratical collaboration between the systems by promoting legal pluralism and reform, thereby enhancing local level justice delivery. The editors conclude by proposing a range of options for more meaningful partnership for consideration by policy makers, the legal profession and other stakeholders. In memory of Aberra Jembere and Dinsa Lepisa. Cover: Elders at peace ceremony in Arbore, 1993.

Author : Terrence Lyons
Publisher : Lynne Rienner Publishers
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Democratization
ISBN : 1626377987

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The Puzzle of Ethiopian Politics by Terrence Lyons Pdf

Author : Asnake Kefale
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-07-31
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781135017972

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Federalism and Ethnic Conflict in Ethiopia by Asnake Kefale Pdf

This book examines the impact of the federal restructuring of Ethiopia on ethnic conflicts. The adoption of ethnic federalism in Ethiopia was closely related with the problem of creating a state structure that could be used as instrument of managing the complex ethno-linguistic diversity of the country. Ethiopia is a multinational country with about 85 ethno-linguistic groups and since the 1960s, it suffered from ethno-regional conflicts. The book considers multiple governance and state factors that could explain the difficulties Ethiopian federalism faces to realise its objectives. These include lack of political pluralism and the use of ethnicity as the sole instrument of state organisation. Federalism and Ethnic Conflict in Ethiopia will be of interest to students and scholars of federal studies, ethnic conflict and regionalism.

Author : Asnake Kefale
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2013-07-31
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781135017989

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Federalism and Ethnic Conflict in Ethiopia by Asnake Kefale Pdf

This book examines the impact of the federal restructuring of Ethiopia on ethnic conflicts. The adoption of ethnic federalism in Ethiopia was closely related with the problem of creating a state structure that could be used as instrument of managing the complex ethno-linguistic diversity of the country. Ethiopia is a multinational country with about 85 ethno-linguistic groups and since the 1960s, it suffered from ethno-regional conflicts. The book considers multiple governance and state factors that could explain the difficulties Ethiopian federalism faces to realise its objectives. These include lack of political pluralism and the use of ethnicity as the sole instrument of state organisation. Federalism and Ethnic Conflict in Ethiopia will be of interest to students and scholars of federal studies, ethnic conflict and regionalism.

Author : Markus Virgil Hoehne,Echi Christina Gabbert,John R. Eidson
Publisher : Berghahn Books
Page : 413 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2022-10-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781800736764

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Dynamics of Identification and Conflict by Markus Virgil Hoehne,Echi Christina Gabbert,John R. Eidson Pdf

Dealing with the dynamics of identification and conflict, this book uses theoretical orientations ranging from political ecology to rational choice theory, interpretive approaches, Marxism and multiscalar analysis. Case studies set in Africa, Europe and Central Asia are grouped in three sections devoted to pastoralism, identity and migration. What connects all of these anthropological explorations is a close focus on processes of identification and conflict at the level of particular actors in relation to the behaviour of large aggregates of people and to systemic conditions.

Author : Edson Ziso
Publisher : Springer
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-03
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783319664538

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A Post State-Centric Analysis of China-Africa Relations by Edson Ziso Pdf

This book offers a new alternative to understanding the relationship between China and Africa. Here, the author not only explores the changing nature of Ethiopia’s internal politics as a result of Chinese investment and commercial links, but also compellingly questions the existing state-centric macro or strategic investigation of China-Africa relations. By thoroughly reviewing and deploying the ‘second image reversed’ approach and the relational concept of state power analytical approaches, Ziso challenges the Western-centric Weberian conceptualization of state. This volume presents an eclectic approach to interpret the state transformation in Ethiopia in light of Chinese capital, arguing for a “state in society” framework which does not treat the state as a unitary black box. This analysis challenges the conventional binary staple which is often framed on whether China is the new imperialist power plundering Africa’s resources or is Africa’s historically all-weather friend. This volume offers an original contribution to knowledge on China’s relations with Ethiopia in particular, and with Africa in general.

Author : Gérard Prunier,Éloi Ficquet
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2015-09-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781849046183

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Understanding Contemporary Ethiopia by Gérard Prunier,Éloi Ficquet Pdf

When we think of Ethiopia we tend to think in cliches: Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, the Falasha Jews, the epic reign of Emperor Haile Selassie, the Communist Revolution, famine and civil war. Among the countries of Africa it has a high profile yet is poorly known. How- ever all cliches contain within them a kernel of truth, and occlude much more. Today's Ethiopia (and its painfully liberated sister state of Eritrea) are largely obscured by these mythical views and a secondary literature that is partial or propagandist. Moreover there have been few attempts to offer readers a comprehensive overview of the country's recent history, politics and culture that goes beyond the usual guidebook fare. Understanding Contemporary Ethiopia seeks to do just that, presenting a measured, detailed and systematic analysis of the main features of this unique country, now building on the foundations of a magical and tumultuous past as it struggles to emerge in the modern world on its own terms.

Author : Terrence Lyons,Center for Preventive Action
Publisher : Council on Foreign Relations Press
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015069304502

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Avoiding Conflict in the Horn of Africa by Terrence Lyons,Center for Preventive Action Pdf

Increased tensions along the Ethiopian- Eritrean border —in a context of internal political turmoil in Ethiopia, increasing political repression in Eritrea, and recent developments in Somalia —raise concerns of expanding instability in the strategically important Horn of Africa. Avoiding Conflict in the Horn of Africa urges the United States to take the risks and spend the resources necessary to resolve the Ethiopia-Eritrea border conflict and thereby reduce tension in the region. It argues that Washington should pressure Ethiopia to demarcate the border and Eritrea to lift restrictions on the UN peacekeeping mission that monitors the border. Washington must also make clear to both countries the costs of continuing to suppress internal dissent —and highlight the benefits of initiating real internal reform and regional cooperation. In addition, the administration should be prepared to cut bilateral assistance programs and enact sanctions if political conditions deteriorate further. Finally, the United States, international donors, and organizations should support long-term peace-building initiatives.

Author : Yonas Berhe
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 77 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2013-05-03
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783656424758

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An Assessment of Indigenous Conflict Resolution Mechanism of Mezard in Rural Alamata Woreda, Tigray National Regional State, Ethiopia by Yonas Berhe Pdf

Master's Thesis from the year 2012 in the subject Politics - Topic: Development Politics, grade: Very Good, , course: Development Studies, language: English, abstract: This study deals with indigenous conflict resolution mechanism in Rural Alamata woreda specifically in the institution called Mezard exercised by the Raya people. The study was aimed at examining the Mezard indigenous institution of conflict resolution. The research design employed for this study was case study research design. To this end purposive sampling design was used, employing 24 total sample sizes. Its composition was from indigenous judges, court leaders, to explore the sustainability of the institution, the enforceability, strengths and weaknesses and its role in maintaining peace and stability in the area. This study was conducted using unstructured interview as the main data collection instrument along with focus group discussion employing open ended questions to supplement the data gathered from the key informants. Accordingly, the study finding shows sustainability of the institution is being in formidable challenges, this is mainly because of its less attention on transferring the practice to the young generation and some forces of modernization, etc. With regard to enforceability, the decisions passed by the institution are found to be high in being accepted by the community of the study area. In order to integrate Mezard indigenous conflict resolution mechanism with the formal court legalizing their role and defining their jurisdiction is so important. In addition advancing affirmative action, increasing the income of women by creating new job opportunities, give chance the youth to decide on their matters continually, raising finance generated from the community, etc can help the sustainability of the Mezard institution of conflict resolution. Key words: Erq, indigenous conflict resolution, Mezard, Tabia, Wonz

Author : Augustin Kwasi Fosu
Publisher : Springer
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2005-01-13
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780230522732

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Post-Conflict Economies in Africa by Augustin Kwasi Fosu Pdf

This volume brings together a collection of papers which review the wide-ranging issues arising out of post-conflict economies in Africa. Case studies drawing on experiences from West, Central and Southern Africa, illuminate and complement the thematic overview. Extensive analysis illustrates the policies and strategies available for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of post-conflict African economies to establish sustainable political, social and financial institutions which promote stability, growth and equity and reduce the risks of conflict recurring.

Author : Miles Kahler,Barbara F. Walter
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2006-04-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781139452694

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Territoriality and Conflict in an Era of Globalization by Miles Kahler,Barbara F. Walter Pdf

Predictions that globalization would undermine territorial attachments and weaken the sources of territorial conflict have not been realized in recent decades. Globalization may have produced changes in territoriality and the functions of borders, but it has not eliminated them. The contributors to this volume examine this relationship, arguing that much of the change can be attributed to sources other than economic globalization. Bringing the perspectives of law, political science, anthropology, and geography to bear on the complex causal relations among territoriality, conflict, and globalization, leading contributors examine how territorial attachments are constructed, why they have remained so powerful in the face of an increasingly globalized world, and what effect continuing strong attachments may have on conflict. They argue that territorial attachments and people's willingness to fight for territory depends upon the symbolic role it plays in constituting people's identities, and producing a sense of belonging in an increasingly globalized world.

Author : Yonas Berhane
Publisher : Anchor Academic Publishing (aap_verlag)
Page : 77 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2014-02-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783954896578

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Mezard, indigenous conflict resolution mechanism in northern Ethiopia: Assessing rural alamata woreda, Tigray regional state, Ethiopia by Yonas Berhane Pdf

This book is dealt with Mezard institution which seems to be characterized as a democratic institution at least apparently. In the real sense however, it lacks an inherently full-fledged democratic element. In fact it appears to encourage participation of the public in general, but excluding the youth and the women to participate throughout the process and in election of the elders who can handle the existing conflicts. Moreover, based on the study conducted in the area, this book indicates that the Mezard system is cost effective way of adjudicating cases.

Author : Tsega Etefa
Publisher : Springer
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2019-02-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9783030105402

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The Origins of Ethnic Conflict in Africa by Tsega Etefa Pdf

From Darfur to the Rwandan genocide, journalists, policymakers, and scholars have blamed armed conflicts in Africa on ancient hatreds or competition for resources. Here, Tsega Etefa compares three such cases—the Darfur conflict between Arabs and non-Arabs, the Gumuz and Oromo clashes in Western Oromia, and the Oromo-Pokomo conflict in the Tana Delta—in order to offer a fuller picture of how ethnic violence in Africa begins. Diverse communities in Sudan, Ethiopia, and Kenya alike have long histories of peacefully sharing resources, intermarrying, and resolving disputes. As he argues, ethnic conflicts are fundamentally political conflicts, driven by non-inclusive political systems, the monopolization of state resources, and the manipulation of ethnicity for political gain, coupled with the lack of democratic mechanisms for redressing grievances.