Tigray: The Battle for Survival, Sovereignty, and Stability
Tigray, a region with a profound historical legacy and a pivotal role in Ethiopia’s political landscape, is at a moment of extreme peril. After...
Tigray at a Crossroads: Political Fragmentation, Military Escalation, and the Urgent Need for Mediation
A Deepening Crisis with Devastating Consequences for the People of Tigray
The political and military crisis in Tigray is intensifying, driven by internal divisions within...
Migration Along the Eastern Route: A Growing Crisis of Human Suffering
The Eastern Route, stretching from the Horn of Africa to the Arabian Peninsula, remains one of the most heavily travelled yet perilous migration corridors...
The Plight of Internally Displaced Persons in Tigray: A Humanitarian Crisis
The genocidal war in Tigray, which erupted in November 2020, has triggered one of the most severe humanitarian crises of the 21st century. The...
WFP’s Shift to Cash Aid in Tigray: A Dangerous Gamble for Displaced Populations
The humanitarian crisis in Tigray remains dire, with millions of internally displaced persons (IDPs) struggling to survive amid forceful, illegal occupation by Amhara and...
Drawing Wisdom from Ancient Texts: Reflections on Justice and Morality
In an era characterized by rapid technological progress, geopolitical shifts, and cultural pluralism, the relevance of ancient texts often comes under scrutiny. To some,...
Kangaroo Mothers: A Testament to Love in the Shadow of Starvation
In the heart of Axum, Tigray, I witnessed an extraordinary display of maternal resilience that both humbled and haunted me. The wards of Aksum...
A Day in Axum’s IDP Centers — Humanity in Crisis
A couple of days ago, I walked through the IDP centers in Axum, and immediately, the reality of the suffering of the IDPs was...
What Trump’s 2024 Presidency Means for the Horn of Africa
With Donald Trump’s return to the White House in 2024, the Horn of Africa faces new and profound challenges. The Horn views this shift...
Commemorating the Tigray Genocide: The Comprehensive Societal Decay and Aftermath
The genocide in Tigray stands as a harrowing emblem of the human toll of unchecked atrocities, driven by a blend of political, ethnic, and...