Ethiopian Federalism in Accommodating Ethnic Diversity: 23 Years Experience
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This article examines the practices of Ethiopian federalism in accommodating ethnic diversity. It then describes ethnic-based federalism and the rights of ethnic minorities. Consequently, it explores how the adoption of federalism can foster service delivery in Ethiopia. Both quantitative and qualitative research methodological approaches were deployed for the study. Three hundred eighty-four citizens from Oromia, South Nation, Nationality, and People (SNNP), Somali, and Sidama regions and Addis Ababa city Administration were selected for survey questionnaires, and 64 key informants from legislators, Academician, government officials, and political parties were involved in interview questions during the study. The result of the findings shows that Ethiopian federalism accommodates ethnic diversity. Federalism has recognized, and protected ethnic minorities; nations, nationalities, and people have the right to develop their own cultures and languages. Federalism has a high contribution to enhancing service delivery in the local administrative system and has a positive effect on regional development in Ethiopia.
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This article examines the practices of Ethiopian federalism in accommodating ethnic diversity. It then describes ethnic-based federalism and the rights of ethnic minorities. Consequently, it explores how the adoption of federalism can foster service delivery in Ethiopia. Both quantitative and qualitative research methodological approaches were deployed for the study. Three hundred eighty-four citizens from Oromia, South Nation, Nationality, and People (SNNP), Somali, and Sidama regions and Addis Ababa city Administration were selected for survey questionnaires, and 64 key informants from legislators, Academician, government officials, and political parties were involved in interview questions during the study. The result of the findings shows that Ethiopian federalism accommodates ethnic diversity. Federalism has recognized, and protected ethnic minorities; nations, nationalities, and people have the right to develop their own cultures and languages. Federalism has a high contribution to enhancing service delivery in the local administrative system and has a positive effect on regional development in Ethiopia.
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