Decision-making in Ethiopia


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Background of Ethiopian politics and the events leading to the agricultural income tax; Decision making and the agricultural income tax; The problems of applying the agricultural income tax.













Made in Africa


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This study presents the findings of original field research into the design, practice, and varied outcomes of industrial policy in three sectors in Ethiopia: cement, leather and leather products, and floriculture. Given that there is a single industrial strategy, why do its outcomes vary across sectors? To what extent is this a function of the specific market and political economy features of each sector? The book examines industrial structures and associated global value chains to demonstrate the challenges faced by African firms in international markets.







Beyond numbers. Promoting women's meaningful political participation in Ethiopia


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Academic Paper from the year 2016 in the subject Gender Studies, grade: A, Georgetown University, course: Gender and foreign Policy, language: English, abstract: Although there is a growing representation of women in political decision-making positions in Ethiopia, the achievement of equality between men and women can be accelerated through translating the increasing levels of representation into meaningful participation.




Ethiopia


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Democracy is a concept reflecting European philosophies, struggles and concerns. Many Ethiopian ethnic groups have traditions which may offer more satisfactory and culturally acceptable foundations for a “sovereignty of the people” through time-honored ways of voicing political ideas, ironic observations and vital interests. In line with modern urban life Ethiopians also organize and express their interests in non-governmental organizations, the independent press and advocacy groups representing political and social alternatives. The contributors to this book analyze the democratic potential of these movements and practices, their ability to give a voice to the view from below and their potential contribution to a more genuine participation by the majority of Ethiopians in democratic decision making and bringing the sovereignty of the people a step closer to reality.







Effect of the strong economic growth in Ethiopia on its neighborcountry relations


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Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Politics - Region: Africa, grade: 2,0, University Witten/Herdecke (Wirtschaftswissenschaften), course: Comparative Analysis of Foreign Policies, language: English, abstract: This essay analyses and interprets changes in foreign relations between Ethiopia and its neighbor states dependent on Ethiopia’s strong economic growth in recent years. The author bases his analysis on the rational-actor model of foreign policy analysis. Ethiopia’s economic growth is strongly tied to its investments in agriculture and electricity from hydropower, which not only creates opportunities for the region but also causes some negative externalities. The treat of water deficiency is particularly high for Egypt, which largely depends on the waters of the Nile, with its supply being threatened by the completion of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) in 2017. Water politics with regards to foreign policy in addition to domestic conflict potentials are the most significant political challenges for Ethiopia today. The rational-choice model will help to identify these challenges in greater detail and country-specifically and will help to provide solutions for informed decision-making.