February 29, 2024
The victory against the Italian army at the Battle of Adwa on March 1896, was not only a blow against European Imperialism, but a vital step towards Ethiopia becoming a nation. Various sections of Ethiopian society united to defeat an enemy and guarantee their freedom. This event has helped shape the Ethiopian mind-set in the 20th and 21st centuries. Once again, at this historic juncture, Ethiopians are called upon to unite and defeat the enemy, but this time the enemy from within: ethno-nationalism. As I understand the long waves of history, and physical economics, I know Ethiopia’s potential for economic growth is virtually boundless. Already a leading nation in East Africa, Ethiopia has demonstrated its commitment to regional integration through the export of electricity from the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam to its neighboring nations. Now is the time to strengthen the concept of the Ethiopian nation-state, and Ethiopian citizenship, which transcends the inferior ideology of ethno-nationalism. Let us accomplish this task with joyful remembrance of this historic day. Happy Adwa Day to all!
February 27, 2023
As I have understood the importance of Adwa Day as an inspiring event of nationalism for the people of Ethiopia, READ MORE