Ethiopia’s National Dialogue Reaches 93% of Country, Prepares for Critical Next Phase

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — Ethiopia’s National Dialogue Commission announced Friday that it has successfully gathered public agendas from 93% of the country, marking a major milestone in its effort to foster national consensus.

The commission presented its progress report to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, senior government officials, and members of parliament, outlining achievements and next steps in the reconciliation process.

Widespread Participation Achieved

One of the commission’s key accomplishments has been ensuring broad representation in the dialogue, with consultations held in 1,234 districts nationwide. However, challenges remain in parts of the Tigray region, where security concerns prevented direct engagement.

To address this gap, the commission organized sessions in Addis Ababa, bringing together Tigrayan community leaders and displaced residents to contribute their perspectives.

Next Steps: From Consultation to Action

With agenda collection nearly complete, the commission now shifts focus to:

• Strengthening political participation
• Finalizing national dialogue priorities
• Organizing a major reconciliation conference
• Implementing agreed-upon recommendations

Prime Minister Abiy urged all stakeholders to remain committed to peace and unity as the process moves forward. “This dialogue is crucial for Ethiopia’s long-term stability,” he emphasized.

The commission’s work comes at a pivotal moment as Ethiopia seeks to heal divisions following years of conflict. Observers hope the inclusive approach will pave the way for lasting consensus.

— Reported by Nexio News