EHRCO Reports Gaps in National Dialogue Process

The Ethiopian Human Rights Organizations Coalition (EHRCO) has released a preliminary report highlighting gaps observed during the recent National Dialogue. EHRCO Director General Ato Mesud Gebeyehu stated that their observers were restricted from monitoring key discussions, particularly those concerning Addis Ababa. The report criticizes the National Dialogue Commission for failing to fully implement its own voting procedures. Issues such as the status of Addis Ababa, government structure, and flag matters remained unresolved and were referred to mediation, which the coalition identified as a procedural failure. While most of the 400+ agenda items reached consensus, these critical topics could not be finalized, raising concerns about the commission's adherence to its established processes.