– Participants in the national dialogue process in Amhara, Ethiopia, urged the community to embrace dialogue as a means to achieve lasting peace and end the ongoing conflict.
Speaking to the Ethiopian Press (EPA), several participants highlighted the important role of dialogue in resolving conflicts and promoting community harmony. They emphasized that peace is a common responsibility, calling for arms on all aspects and engaged in open discussions.
One of the participants, Abela Nigatz, emphasized that dialogue is essential to addressing the root causes of conflict and promoting mutual understanding. “Both the armed groups and the government must commit to maintaining peace in the state,” he said. “Encouraging mutual respect and common understanding can greatly contribute to conflict resolution and achieving lasting peace.”
He also emphasized the responsibility of the broader community to play an active role in peacebuilding, urging people to ensure differences and cooperate for the stability of Amhara and the nation as a whole.
Another participant, Gizaw Manaye, expressed optimism that ongoing national dialogue would bring solutions, especially with the active involvement of young people and other major groups. “Dialogues have helped many countries overcome their internal challenges. In the 21st century, peaceful dialogue is the only viable path to solving problems,” he pointed out.
Gizau stressed that the suffering caused by the conflict affects the entire community and that all involved are responsible. He sought the effective use of the national dialogue process as a tool for healing and reconciliation.
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According to him, the process requires collective efforts to fill differences, ensure freedom of movement across the country, and engage in comprehensive discussions to address ongoing challenges.
On Saturday, Ethiopia’s National Dialogue Commission (ENDC) launched an agenda-gathering forum in Bahir Dar City, attracting a wide range of representatives. The committee has encouraged discussions with stakeholders such as women, youth, teachers, government officials, internally displaced people, experts, business owners, and community leaders.
Over 4,500 representatives from 267 districts are taking part in the forum to raise and deliberate the diverse issues affecting the community.
At the start of the agenda setting process in Amhara, Professor ENDC of Mesfin Araya emphasized the need to cultivate a culture of dialogue and discussion as a key tool to address national challenges.
Ethiopia Herald Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
