Eritrea 2020: The Peace Dividend is War
What follows is a synopsis of what transpired in, and to, Eritrea and Eritreans in 2020. Retrospectives are selective, reflecting
Nothing Irreconcilable in Ethiopian-Arab Cultures
Th following is a comment at the Awate Forum in reply to Semere Tesfai’s comment linked here. 1. There is
Political Pluralism Eritrean Style
Somewhere in Northern Eritrea, by the islands of Scylla, Isaias Afwerki was crowned Emperor of Eritrea. He flew over to
Being Right vs Being Prudent
To plough on, oblivious to risks, is the stuff of legends. The rational mind assesses risks and judges some to
Why Democratic Coup Is The Best Option For Eritrea
Over the past several months, I have been posting disjointed pieces at the Awate Forum and on my Facebook page
Constructive Ambiguity And Eritrea’s Bad Choices
One of the most memorable revelations of Dejen Ande Hishel, the Eritrean Air Force pilot who escaped after 15 years
Why Isaias Afwerki Invalidated the 1997 Constitution
On May 24, marking the 23rd anniversary of Eritrea’s independence, President Isaias Afwerki had this to say near the conclusion
When Even Good News Is Given A Shrug
On behalf of myself and all awatistas (whether you like it or not), I would like to congratulate Nigerians and
The Engagement Party
In mid-December 2013, Hank Cohen argued that it was time for the US to rethink its policy towards Eritrea and
Ali Said: Promotion or Lateral Transfer?
am reposting a translation of an interview with Ali Said, the incoming Foreign Minister of Eritrea, that was conducted by
Ali Said: Promotion or Lateral Transfer?
I am reposting a translation of an interview with Ali Said, the incoming Foreign Minister of Eritrea, that was conducted
A Call To End The Awate Era
* Awate was a visionary man and a born leader who set out to correct the injustices of his day:
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