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Finally released
July 20, 2007
Three minibuses carrying the thirty eight prisoners came out of Kaliti
prison, sped past the busy streets of Addis and headed to the houses of the
prisoners. Birtukan Mideksa and Muluneh Eyuel showed kinijit's famous "V" sign
to the cheery and whistling people waiting for their release outside the gates of the
prison. Some of the people were waving flags..{Full Text}
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July 20, 2007
Three minibuses carrying the thirty eight prisoners came out of Kaliti
prison, sped past the busy streets of Addis and headed to the houses of the
prisoners. Birtukan Mideksa and Muluneh Eyuel showed kinijit's famous "V" sign
to the cheery and whistling people waiting for their release outside the gates of the
prison. Some of the people were waving flags..{Full Text}
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Press Release of Minnesota Kinijit Support Organizationon the Release of CUD
Leaders from Prison
Minneapolis, Minnesota
July 20, 2007
After over a year of illegal and immoral incarceration of CUD leaders by the
Woyane regime, we are elated to hear about the release of our beloved and
courageous leaders today. We share our excitement with all those who supported
and campaigned for their release.
• Congratulate their families and friends, who suffered immeasurable agony
over the last year.
• Express our gratitude for the Ethiopian community of Minnesota who
faithfully showed up at rallies and numerous candlelight vigils demanding the
release of our leaders even during Minnesota’s frigid winter. [Full Text
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Leaders from Prison
Minneapolis, Minnesota
July 20, 2007
After over a year of illegal and immoral incarceration of CUD leaders by the
Woyane regime, we are elated to hear about the release of our beloved and
courageous leaders today. We share our excitement with all those who supported
and campaigned for their release.
• Congratulate their families and friends, who suffered immeasurable agony
over the last year.
• Express our gratitude for the Ethiopian community of Minnesota who
faithfully showed up at rallies and numerous candlelight vigils demanding the
release of our leaders even during Minnesota’s frigid winter. [Full Text
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Tom Lantos assures Ethiopian Diaspora U.S. support for HR 2003 is solid
Coalition for HR 2003
July 31, 2007
Zenawi takes more political prisoners hostage in H.R. 2003 mark-up battle
• Chairman Lantos declares "We will continue to hold the Ethiopian government
accountable for the way it treats its citizens"
• Congressman Payne fights tooth and nail to get H.R. 2003 marked up in
committee WASHINGTON DC - Ethiopian Diaspora's round-the-clock campaign
for the second day for the promotion of HR 2003 into a law became a success story
on Tuesday as a top US lawmaker said HR 2003 would come back to the floor with
full force as the United States continued to monitor the human rights situation in
Ethiopia.[Full Text]
Coalition for HR 2003
July 31, 2007
Zenawi takes more political prisoners hostage in H.R. 2003 mark-up battle
• Chairman Lantos declares "We will continue to hold the Ethiopian government
accountable for the way it treats its citizens"
• Congressman Payne fights tooth and nail to get H.R. 2003 marked up in
committee WASHINGTON DC - Ethiopian Diaspora's round-the-clock campaign
for the second day for the promotion of HR 2003 into a law became a success story
on Tuesday as a top US lawmaker said HR 2003 would come back to the floor with
full force as the United States continued to monitor the human rights situation in
Ethiopia.[Full Text]
KNA auditor exposes shocking corruption
August 1, 2007
EMF
Kinijit North America auditor, Ato Tesfai Asmamaw, speaks out about his
findings and the challenges he had faced to probe into KNA's finances. Ato
Tefai, a reputable public accountant and owner of Tesfa Financial Group, says a
huge chunk of public fund, between $700,000-1.2 million, was embezzled by
Shaleka Yoseph Yazew and his associates. He discussed his findings with
journalists Dawit Kebede and Elias Kifle. Click here to listen
August 1, 2007
EMF
Kinijit North America auditor, Ato Tesfai Asmamaw, speaks out about his
findings and the challenges he had faced to probe into KNA's finances. Ato
Tefai, a reputable public accountant and owner of Tesfa Financial Group, says a
huge chunk of public fund, between $700,000-1.2 million, was embezzled by
Shaleka Yoseph Yazew and his associates. He discussed his findings with
journalists Dawit Kebede and Elias Kifle. Click here to listen
Jailed Anti-Poverty Campaigners Face Two-Month Wait for Verdict
London, August 3, 2007
ActionAid
PRESS RELEASE
Judges trying the case of two anti-poverty campaigners in Ethiopia yesterday
(Thursday 2 August) adjourned the trial until 8 October, when the court will give
judgement.Daniel Bekele, 40, policy manager of ActionAid Ethiopia, and Netsanet
Demissie, 29, general manager of the Organisation for Social Justice in Ethiopia,
will now spend two more months in prison awaiting the verdict, while the court
takes its annual recess. [Full Text]
London, August 3, 2007
ActionAid
PRESS RELEASE
Judges trying the case of two anti-poverty campaigners in Ethiopia yesterday
(Thursday 2 August) adjourned the trial until 8 October, when the court will give
judgement.Daniel Bekele, 40, policy manager of ActionAid Ethiopia, and Netsanet
Demissie, 29, general manager of the Organisation for Social Justice in Ethiopia,
will now spend two more months in prison awaiting the verdict, while the court
takes its annual recess. [Full Text]
High-Level Kinijit Delegation will travel to North America
August, 2007
Tana Reporter
The Kinijit high-level delegation is composed of Eng. Hailu Shawel Chairwoman;
W/t Birtukan Midekssa first Vice Chairwoman, Dr. Hailu Araya PR of Kinijit, Dr.
Berhanu Nega Mayor of Addis Ababa, Eng. Gizachew Shiferaw and Ato Biruk
Kebede executive members will visit North America at the end of August to say
"thank you" to Ethiopian diasporas and wonderful people of North America for
their comment and a meaningful role on their release from prison. Upon their
arrival a special reception will be held coordinated by Prof. Alemayehu G.
Mariam, Ato Tamagn Beyene, Ato Solomon Alemu, and Kinijit North America
Association of Support Organization members.
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August, 2007
Tana Reporter
The Kinijit high-level delegation is composed of Eng. Hailu Shawel Chairwoman;
W/t Birtukan Midekssa first Vice Chairwoman, Dr. Hailu Araya PR of Kinijit, Dr.
Berhanu Nega Mayor of Addis Ababa, Eng. Gizachew Shiferaw and Ato Biruk
Kebede executive members will visit North America at the end of August to say
"thank you" to Ethiopian diasporas and wonderful people of North America for
their comment and a meaningful role on their release from prison. Upon their
arrival a special reception will be held coordinated by Prof. Alemayehu G.
Mariam, Ato Tamagn Beyene, Ato Solomon Alemu, and Kinijit North America
Association of Support Organization members.
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Berhane Mewa, former Member of the Kinijit International Leadership speech
on “Personal Capacity” at the Ogaden Youth Network Conference.
August 12. 2207
Minneapolis
Today I am not representing the CUDP party, I am participating on my own
capacity, so whatever I say will be my personal view and reflection. As an
introduction I will take the liberty to say few words about CUDP. CUDP which is
commonly known as Kinijit is a coalition of four national parties with diverse
profile and experience. In a very short time the party managed to galvanize
millions of supporters who stood behind it and voted for it. It's fundamental
values comply with the dream and wish of the Ethiopian people. It centered
individual freedom and acknowledged group freedom along with.. [Full Text]
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Berhane Mewa, former Member of the Kinijit International Leadership speech
on “Personal Capacity” at the Ogaden Youth Network Conference.
August 12. 2207
Minneapolis
Today I am not representing the CUDP party, I am participating on my own
capacity, so whatever I say will be my personal view and reflection. As an
introduction I will take the liberty to say few words about CUDP. CUDP which is
commonly known as Kinijit is a coalition of four national parties with diverse
profile and experience. In a very short time the party managed to galvanize
millions of supporters who stood behind it and voted for it. It's fundamental
values comply with the dream and wish of the Ethiopian people. It centered
individual freedom and acknowledged group freedom along with.. [Full Text]
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Let us celebrate The Ethiopian Millennium in the Sprit of Love and Unity!
CCEM Press Release
As the countdown to the Ethiopian millennium approaches, representatives of
Ethiopian civic and political organizations as well as those from the Business
community in the Washington DC area are organizing one of the most festive
and reflective celebrations to mark this important historic event from September
7 to 12, 2007. [Full Text]
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CCEM Press Release
As the countdown to the Ethiopian millennium approaches, representatives of
Ethiopian civic and political organizations as well as those from the Business
community in the Washington DC area are organizing one of the most festive
and reflective celebrations to mark this important historic event from September
7 to 12, 2007. [Full Text]
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KINIJT LEADERS EXPECTED TO ARRIVE IN THE U.S. ON AUGUST 29, 2007
The Ad Hoc Coordinating Committee
August 17, 2007
The Ad Hoc Coordinating Committee for Coalition for Unity and Democracy
(CUD) Leadership Delegation Visit to the United States is pleased to announce
the scheduled arrival in the U S. of six top Kinijit leaders on August 29, 2007. The
Delegation to the U.S. will include Ato Hailu Shawul, Chairman of CUD, W/T
Birtukan Midekssa, Vice Chair, Dr. Berhanu Nega, Addis Ababa Mayor-Elect and
members Dr. Hailu Araya (Spokesperson), Ato Brook Kebede and Ato Gizachew
Shiferaw. [Full Text]
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The Ad Hoc Coordinating Committee
August 17, 2007
The Ad Hoc Coordinating Committee for Coalition for Unity and Democracy
(CUD) Leadership Delegation Visit to the United States is pleased to announce
the scheduled arrival in the U S. of six top Kinijit leaders on August 29, 2007. The
Delegation to the U.S. will include Ato Hailu Shawul, Chairman of CUD, W/T
Birtukan Midekssa, Vice Chair, Dr. Berhanu Nega, Addis Ababa Mayor-Elect and
members Dr. Hailu Araya (Spokesperson), Ato Brook Kebede and Ato Gizachew
Shiferaw. [Full Text]
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Kinijit leadership visit to US delayed
For Immediate Release
August 24, 2007
The Ad Hoc Coordinating Committee has learned that the Kinijit leaders have not
yet received entry visas to enter the U.S. As a result, the August 29 expected
date of arrival is likely to be postponed to give the leaders more time to secure
visas. The leaders have completed all of the requirements and submitted their
visa applications, and we are informed that the U.S. Embassy is awaiting
clearance from the Department of State. The Committee expects that the consular
office will process the visa applications within a reasonable time. {Full Text}
For Immediate Release
August 24, 2007
The Ad Hoc Coordinating Committee has learned that the Kinijit leaders have not
yet received entry visas to enter the U.S. As a result, the August 29 expected
date of arrival is likely to be postponed to give the leaders more time to secure
visas. The leaders have completed all of the requirements and submitted their
visa applications, and we are informed that the U.S. Embassy is awaiting
clearance from the Department of State. The Committee expects that the consular
office will process the visa applications within a reasonable time. {Full Text}
An Addis Ababa neighborhood honors Bertukan Mideksa
Aug 26, 2007
The Ferensay Legacion area residents of Addis Ababa have awared the Vice
President of the Coalition for Unity and Democracy Party (Kinijit) Bertukan
Mideksa a brand new car on Saturday.Ferensay Legacion is Wzt. Bertukan's
neighborhood. It is also an area that was savagely attacked by Woyanne tanks and
Agazi special forces during the Nov. 2005 civil unrest when the residents tried to
protect their favorite daughter from being taken away by security forces. To avoid
further boodshed, Bertukan surrendered herself to the Woyanne, saving the
neighborhood from Mogadishu-like devastation.Also on Saturday, the Ferensay
Legacion residents had organized a luncheon for the Kinijit leaders. {Full Text]
Aug 26, 2007
The Ferensay Legacion area residents of Addis Ababa have awared the Vice
President of the Coalition for Unity and Democracy Party (Kinijit) Bertukan
Mideksa a brand new car on Saturday.Ferensay Legacion is Wzt. Bertukan's
neighborhood. It is also an area that was savagely attacked by Woyanne tanks and
Agazi special forces during the Nov. 2005 civil unrest when the residents tried to
protect their favorite daughter from being taken away by security forces. To avoid
further boodshed, Bertukan surrendered herself to the Woyanne, saving the
neighborhood from Mogadishu-like devastation.Also on Saturday, the Ferensay
Legacion residents had organized a luncheon for the Kinijit leaders. {Full Text]
Kinijit leaders heading to North America
August 31, 2007
The team of delegation led by Kinijit Chairman, Ato Hailu Sahwel, is expected to
travel to the United States next week. The delegation's visit was delayed because of
visa problems. All except the chairman have today received the visa. Embassy
sources confirmed that Ato Hailu will get the visa early next week.(Full Text)
August 31, 2007
The team of delegation led by Kinijit Chairman, Ato Hailu Sahwel, is expected to
travel to the United States next week. The delegation's visit was delayed because of
visa problems. All except the chairman have today received the visa. Embassy
sources confirmed that Ato Hailu will get the visa early next week.(Full Text)
Kinijt Leadership Delegation Visit to the United States
For Immediate Release
September 5, 2007
Kinijit leaders expected arrive Sunday
The Ad Hoc Committee coordinating the Kinijit Leadership Delegation visit to the
U.S. is pleased to announce that the Leadership Delegation will be arriving in
Washington, D.C. on Sunday, September 9. The Delegation will include Kinijit Vice
Chair Birtukan Midekssa, Dr. Hailu Araya (Spokesperson), Ato Brook Kebede and
Ato Gizachew Shiferaw. Dr. Birhanu Nega, Mayor-elect of Addis Ababa, is already
in the United States having left Ethiopia earlier on personal matter. Kinijit Chairman
Ato Hailu Shawul is not expected to arrive with the delegation. He has not received
an entry visa from the U.S. Embassy as of the date of this press release. (Full Text)
For Immediate Release
September 5, 2007
Kinijit leaders expected arrive Sunday
The Ad Hoc Committee coordinating the Kinijit Leadership Delegation visit to the
U.S. is pleased to announce that the Leadership Delegation will be arriving in
Washington, D.C. on Sunday, September 9. The Delegation will include Kinijit Vice
Chair Birtukan Midekssa, Dr. Hailu Araya (Spokesperson), Ato Brook Kebede and
Ato Gizachew Shiferaw. Dr. Birhanu Nega, Mayor-elect of Addis Ababa, is already
in the United States having left Ethiopia earlier on personal matter. Kinijit Chairman
Ato Hailu Shawul is not expected to arrive with the delegation. He has not received
an entry visa from the U.S. Embassy as of the date of this press release. (Full Text)
When the Kinijit delegations arrived in Washington DC and London earlier
today, they were welcomed by thousands of supporters and well-wishers. Dulles
Airport in Washington was swamped with over 5,000 Ethiopians who chanted
and displayed Kinijit's V sign. Many were observed crying when the
Kinijit leaders stepped out. The police and the organizers could not control the
excited crowed. After making two attempts to let Wzt. Bertukan and colleagues
make a brief remarks, the police were forced to take them back to the waiting room
and sneaked them through a side door to the limousines that were waiting
outside. (Full Text
today, they were welcomed by thousands of supporters and well-wishers. Dulles
Airport in Washington was swamped with over 5,000 Ethiopians who chanted
and displayed Kinijit's V sign. Many were observed crying when the
Kinijit leaders stepped out. The police and the organizers could not control the
excited crowed. After making two attempts to let Wzt. Bertukan and colleagues
make a brief remarks, the police were forced to take them back to the waiting room
and sneaked them through a side door to the limousines that were waiting
outside. (Full Text
Ethiopians in Washington and London welcome Kinijit leaders
Ethiopian review
Sept 9, 2007
Ethiopian review
Sept 9, 2007
Kinijit chairman arrives in DC
Sep 15, 200
Kinijit chairman Hailu Shawel has arrived in Washington DC this afternoon after a
few days stay in Minneapolis. Close to 1,000 Ethiopians greeted him at the
Washington Reagan Airport as he exited the terminal on a wheelchair provided by
the airport. The shaleqa group, including Shaleqa Yoseph himself, Dr Taye
Woldesemayat, Ato Solomon Bekele, Ato Merchaw Seneshaw and others,
accompanied him as he greeted supporters and headed to his car. (Full Text)
Sep 15, 200
Kinijit chairman Hailu Shawel has arrived in Washington DC this afternoon after a
few days stay in Minneapolis. Close to 1,000 Ethiopians greeted him at the
Washington Reagan Airport as he exited the terminal on a wheelchair provided by
the airport. The shaleqa group, including Shaleqa Yoseph himself, Dr Taye
Woldesemayat, Ato Solomon Bekele, Ato Merchaw Seneshaw and others,
accompanied him as he greeted supporters and headed to his car. (Full Text)
HR 2003 Passed
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PASSED H.R. 2003 AT 12:58 EASTER
STANDARD TIME
October 2, 2007
The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2003 (Ethiopia Democracy and
Accountability Act of 2007) on a unanimous vote at exactly 12:58 Eastern Standard
Time. Donald Payne delivered an impassioned speech on the floor of the House
urging members pass the bill. He outlined the long train of human rights abuses that
have taken place in Ethiopia over the past two years. He said the people of Ethiopia
deserve democracy and human rights and a government of their choice..(Full Text)
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PASSED H.R. 2003 AT 12:58 EASTER
STANDARD TIME
October 2, 2007
The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2003 (Ethiopia Democracy and
Accountability Act of 2007) on a unanimous vote at exactly 12:58 Eastern Standard
Time. Donald Payne delivered an impassioned speech on the floor of the House
urging members pass the bill. He outlined the long train of human rights abuses that
have taken place in Ethiopia over the past two years. He said the people of Ethiopia
deserve democracy and human rights and a government of their choice..(Full Text)
The Coalition for H.R. 5680 is informed
and believes that Congressman Donald
Payne (D-N.J.), Chairman of the
Subcommittee on Africa, Global Human
Rights and International Operations,
introduced the “Ethiopia Democracy and
Accountability Act of 2007” in the U.S.
House of Representatives on Friday,
April 20, 2007. The official copy of the
new bill will be available after the Clerk
of the House issues a tracking number
for it. Chairman Payne’s bill replaces H.R.
5680, also known as the “Ethiopia
Freedom, Democracy (Full Text)
and believes that Congressman Donald
Payne (D-N.J.), Chairman of the
Subcommittee on Africa, Global Human
Rights and International Operations,
introduced the “Ethiopia Democracy and
Accountability Act of 2007” in the U.S.
House of Representatives on Friday,
April 20, 2007. The official copy of the
new bill will be available after the Clerk
of the House issues a tracking number
for it. Chairman Payne’s bill replaces H.R.
5680, also known as the “Ethiopia
Freedom, Democracy (Full Text)
| Congressman Payne introduces new legislation By Coalition for HR 5680 April 21, 2007 |
CHRISTOPHER SMITH RE-
INTRODUCES
The Ethiopia Freedom, Democracy,
and Human Rights Advancement Act of
2007 (H.R. 2228)
May 14, 2007
On May 9, 2007, Republican
Congressman Christopher Smith
introduced H.R. 2228 (“Ethiopia
Freedom, Democracy, and Human Rights
Advancement Act of 2007”) in the
House of Representatives. H.R. 2228
effectively replaces H.R. 5680, which
was prevented from getting to the
House floor by then-Speaker Dennis
Hastert. (Full Text)
INTRODUCES
The Ethiopia Freedom, Democracy,
and Human Rights Advancement Act of
2007 (H.R. 2228)
May 14, 2007
On May 9, 2007, Republican
Congressman Christopher Smith
introduced H.R. 2228 (“Ethiopia
Freedom, Democracy, and Human Rights
Advancement Act of 2007”) in the
House of Representatives. H.R. 2228
effectively replaces H.R. 5680, which
was prevented from getting to the
House floor by then-Speaker Dennis
Hastert. (Full Text)
Ana Gomes calls for fresh elections in
Ethiopia
May 16, 2007 (AV) Chief of the European
observation mission in the May 2005
elections and Member of the European
Parliament Ms Ana Gomes has
condemned Western governments which
have turned blind eyes to the atrocities
and human rights violations being
committed by the Meles regime and
called for fresh elections and national
reconciliation to end the continuing
political crisis in Ethiopia. Full Text)
Ethiopia
May 16, 2007 (AV) Chief of the European
observation mission in the May 2005
elections and Member of the European
Parliament Ms Ana Gomes has
condemned Western governments which
have turned blind eyes to the atrocities
and human rights violations being
committed by the Meles regime and
called for fresh elections and national
reconciliation to end the continuing
political crisis in Ethiopia. Full Text)
Press Release - IWMF Announces
2007 Courage in Journalism Award
Winners
May 31, 2007
Serkalem Fasil, 26, of Ethiopia. The
former co-owner and publisher of the
weekly newspapers Asqual, Menilik and
Satenaw, Fasil was one of 14 editors
and reporters of independent and
privately-owned newspapers arrested
after publishing articles critical of the
government’s actions during the May
2005 parliamentary elections. The
journalists were accused of genocide
and treason, charges that could bring
life imprisonment or the death penalty.
While in jail, Fasil gave birth to and
cared for a son, who was premature and
underweight due to inhumane
conditions and lack of proper medical
attention. She was released from prison
in April 2007. (Full Text)
2007 Courage in Journalism Award
Winners
May 31, 2007
Serkalem Fasil, 26, of Ethiopia. The
former co-owner and publisher of the
weekly newspapers Asqual, Menilik and
Satenaw, Fasil was one of 14 editors
and reporters of independent and
privately-owned newspapers arrested
after publishing articles critical of the
government’s actions during the May
2005 parliamentary elections. The
journalists were accused of genocide
and treason, charges that could bring
life imprisonment or the death penalty.
While in jail, Fasil gave birth to and
cared for a son, who was premature and
underweight due to inhumane
conditions and lack of proper medical
attention. She was released from prison
in April 2007. (Full Text)
Ethiopian government's stance on human rights attacked
Human rights
05-06-2007
The lack of democracy and the large-scale human rights violations
in Ethiopia were condemned by MEPs on Tuesday at a hearing held
by the EP's Development Committee and the Human Rights
Subcommittee. The Ethiopian Government's refusal to send a
representative to speak to MEPs was also criticised.
"The human rights situation has deteriorated since 2005 with the
imprisonment of members of the opposition and human rights
defenders who still await trial", said Josep Borrell (PES, ES), chair
of the Development Committee, at the start of the meeting.(Full
Text)
Human rights
05-06-2007
The lack of democracy and the large-scale human rights violations
in Ethiopia were condemned by MEPs on Tuesday at a hearing held
by the EP's Development Committee and the Human Rights
Subcommittee. The Ethiopian Government's refusal to send a
representative to speak to MEPs was also criticised.
"The human rights situation has deteriorated since 2005 with the
imprisonment of members of the opposition and human rights
defenders who still await trial", said Josep Borrell (PES, ES), chair
of the Development Committee, at the start of the meeting.(Full
Text)
The Treason of Sebhat Nega
By Prof Tecola Hagos / June 8, 2007
In one ignominious interview on May 28, 2007, Sebhat Nega, the
man regarded by many as the father of the TPLF, totally exposed
his record of long struggle for utterly parochial cause against his
own motherland Ethiopia. I listened to the interview a week later
on June 3, 2007. I was shocked to my very core by the arrogance
of Sebhat Nega’s uncalled for bravado and treasonous confession
(Full Text)
By Prof Tecola Hagos / June 8, 2007
In one ignominious interview on May 28, 2007, Sebhat Nega, the
man regarded by many as the father of the TPLF, totally exposed
his record of long struggle for utterly parochial cause against his
own motherland Ethiopia. I listened to the interview a week later
on June 3, 2007. I was shocked to my very core by the arrogance
of Sebhat Nega’s uncalled for bravado and treasonous confession
(Full Text)
Ethiopia charges 55 gov't opponents with rebellion
05 Jun 2007 16:14:48 GMT
Source: Reuters
ADDIS ABABA, June 5 (Reuters) - The Ethiopian government has
charged 55 opposition members with trying to launch an armed
rebellion, the state-run Ethiopian News Agency (ENA) reported on
Tuesday. The case is the latest to be brought against the
opposition, and in particular members of the Coalition for Unity and
Democracy (CUD), since 2005 parliamentary elections ended in
violent protests that killed nearly 200 people. "The 55, who were
members of the CUD, are charged with conspiring to launch armed
rebellion against the government, following the 2005 national
election," ENA reported, quoting charges brought by the
prosecution on Monday.. (Full Text)
05 Jun 2007 16:14:48 GMT
Source: Reuters
ADDIS ABABA, June 5 (Reuters) - The Ethiopian government has
charged 55 opposition members with trying to launch an armed
rebellion, the state-run Ethiopian News Agency (ENA) reported on
Tuesday. The case is the latest to be brought against the
opposition, and in particular members of the Coalition for Unity and
Democracy (CUD), since 2005 parliamentary elections ended in
violent protests that killed nearly 200 people. "The 55, who were
members of the CUD, are charged with conspiring to launch armed
rebellion against the government, following the 2005 national
election," ENA reported, quoting charges brought by the
prosecution on Monday.. (Full Text)
(Kinijit International)
| Martyrs for Democracy; your sacrifice will not be in vain! (Kinijit International) |
Ethiopian protest leaders guilty
The opposition leaders say the courts are not independent
A court in Ethiopia has found 38 senior opposition figures guilty of
charges connected to mass protests after disputed elections two
years ago.
The charges ranged from armed rebellion to "outrage against the
constitution"Sentencing is next month and they could face the death
penalty, says the BBC's Elizabeth Blunt in Ethiopia.
Hundreds of thousands took part in demonstrations complaining of
fraud and vote-rigging by Prime Minister Meles Zenawi's government
in the 2005 polls. (Full Text)
The opposition leaders say the courts are not independent
A court in Ethiopia has found 38 senior opposition figures guilty of
charges connected to mass protests after disputed elections two
years ago.
The charges ranged from armed rebellion to "outrage against the
constitution"Sentencing is next month and they could face the death
penalty, says the BBC's Elizabeth Blunt in Ethiopia.
Hundreds of thousands took part in demonstrations complaining of
fraud and vote-rigging by Prime Minister Meles Zenawi's government
in the 2005 polls. (Full Text)
COALITION FOR H.R. 2003 URGES ATTENDANCE AT THE JOINT
SUMMIT OF THE MEMBERS OF THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS AND
EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT Special Call to Ethiopians Living in
Northern Virginia, District of Columbia and Maryland
A Historic Transatlantic Legislative Summit on Human Rights On June
8, 2007, a historic summit will take place in the United States
Congress. On the agenda are three of the most critical contemporary
human rights issues facing the African continent today: Genocide in
Darfur, Unraveling of Somalia and Gross and Sustained Human
Rights Violations in Ethiopia. (Full Text)
SUMMIT OF THE MEMBERS OF THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS AND
EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT Special Call to Ethiopians Living in
Northern Virginia, District of Columbia and Maryland
A Historic Transatlantic Legislative Summit on Human Rights On June
8, 2007, a historic summit will take place in the United States
Congress. On the agenda are three of the most critical contemporary
human rights issues facing the African continent today: Genocide in
Darfur, Unraveling of Somalia and Gross and Sustained Human
Rights Violations in Ethiopia. (Full Text)
(Kinijit International)
(Kinijit Europe & Africa)
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States said on Tuesday it
was very concerned by an Ethiopian court's guilty verdict of 38
opposition officials and said it was watching the situation very
closely. Ethiopia, a close ally of the United States in anti-terrorism
efforts, has cracked down on the opposition, especially after
disputed elections in 2005. (Full Text)
U.S. says concerned over Ethiopia
court moves
Jun 12, 2007
court moves
Jun 12, 2007
(Kinijit International)
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Kinijit leaders to be released on
Wednesday
Addis Ababa (25 June 2007)
Following the rumor on the release of CUD
leaders, some family members of the
detained and people close to the issue, who
request anonymity told capital that the
ongoing closed discussion between the
government and the detained may conclude
next week on Wednesday June 27, 2007 by
releasing the detainees. According to close
families of the jailed CUD leaders, the two
parties have come up to a point in which they
agreed and added that they expect their
families to join them in the next couple of
days. (Full Text)
Wednesday
Addis Ababa (25 June 2007)
Following the rumor on the release of CUD
leaders, some family members of the
detained and people close to the issue, who
request anonymity told capital that the
ongoing closed discussion between the
government and the detained may conclude
next week on Wednesday June 27, 2007 by
releasing the detainees. According to close
families of the jailed CUD leaders, the two
parties have come up to a point in which they
agreed and added that they expect their
families to join them in the next couple of
days. (Full Text)
An Analysis and Commentary on Zenawi’s
“Report to the House of People’s
Representatives of the Democratic Republic
of Ethiopia , June 1999 E.C.”
Alemayehu G. Mariam
7/2/2007
This analysis/commentary is written at the
behest of numerous
individuals and organizations who wanted to
hear my views on Zenawi’s recent speech
presented in the form of a “report” to his
“House of People Representatives [Full Text]
“Report to the House of People’s
Representatives of the Democratic Republic
of Ethiopia , June 1999 E.C.”
Alemayehu G. Mariam
7/2/2007
This analysis/commentary is written at the
behest of numerous
individuals and organizations who wanted to
hear my views on Zenawi’s recent speech
presented in the form of a “report” to his
“House of People Representatives [Full Text]
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Kinijit Minnesota Support Group for Democracy & Development
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Press Release
October 9, 2003
The recently released leaders of CUDP, the main opposition party in Ethiopia, are
continuing with their tour of major US cities to meet with and express their thanks
to supporters as well as human rights protectors for their unwavering support and
protest against their unjust incarceration. CUDP delegate members were imprisoned
for almost two years following the May 2005 general election charged of genocide
before their release from prison this summer. They were also sentenced, by the
ruling Party’s kangaroo court, to life imprisonment .(Full Text)
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Press Release
October 9, 2003
The recently released leaders of CUDP, the main opposition party in Ethiopia, are
continuing with their tour of major US cities to meet with and express their thanks
to supporters as well as human rights protectors for their unwavering support and
protest against their unjust incarceration. CUDP delegate members were imprisoned
for almost two years following the May 2005 general election charged of genocide
before their release from prison this summer. They were also sentenced, by the
ruling Party’s kangaroo court, to life imprisonment .(Full Text)