Proposes replacing ethnic federalism with a geographic and cultural federal system based on public consensus, economy, and settlement. Large regions could be divided, and Addis Ababa will be an independent city-state.
4 cited moments
“Proposes a federal system based on geography, settlement, and economy.”
Federalism, Ethnic Identity and National Unity Debate
“Will base regional structures on geography, settlement, economy, and public consent.”
Federalism, Ethnic Identity and National Unity Debate
“Will replace ethnic federalism with geographic and cultural federalism.”
Federalism and the Constitution Debate
“Addis Ababa will be an independent city-state belonging to all Ethiopians.”
Federalism and the Constitution Debate
Constitutional Reform and Interpretation
Plans to amend the constitution to remove the right to secession (Article 39), change 'Nations, Nationalities and Peoples' to 'Ethiopian Citizens', and transfer constitutional interpretation from the House of Federation to an independent legal body or the Supreme Court.
6 cited moments
“Will amend the constitution to change 'Nations, Nationalities and Peoples' to 'Ethiopian Citizens'.”
Federalism, Ethnic Identity and National Unity Debate
“Proposes a bicameral system where one house or a separate body handles interpretation independently from politics.”
Federalism, Ethnic Identity and National Unity Debate
“Will amend the constitution to fix its confederal nature, which will naturally correct/remove Article 39.”
Federalism, Ethnic Identity and National Unity Debate
“Wants to amend Article 39 to remove the right to secession, which promotes narrow nationalism.”
Federalism and the Constitution Debate
“The power of constitutional interpretation should be given to legal experts or the Supreme Court, not the House of Federation.”
Federalism and the Constitution Debate
“The phrase 'Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' is designed to divide and dismantle Ethiopia, so we will change it to 'We the People'.”
Language and Cultural Policy Debate
Language and Cultural Policy
Supports mother-tongue education and justice, but will make Amharic the national language and add more federal working languages based on study. Rejects tying ethnicity to land.
5 cited moments
“People have the right to be judged and taught in their mother tongue.”
Federalism, Ethnic Identity and National Unity Debate
“There will be a national language for common communication (e.g., military).”
Federalism, Ethnic Identity and National Unity Debate
“Will add more working languages based on study.”
Federalism, Ethnic Identity and National Unity Debate
“Amharic will be the national language of Ethiopia because it is widely spoken across the country.”
Language and Cultural Policy Debate
“We will not grant ethnic recognition or tie ethnicity to land; we prioritize Ethiopian citizenship while respecting languages.”
Language and Cultural Policy Debate
Civil Service Reform
Completely rejects ethnic-based recruitment, prioritizing merit, education, and experience. Will free the civil service from political interference, establish an independent anti-corruption commission, and reduce the tax burden on civil servants.
5 cited moments
“Will completely free the civil service from ethnic-based systems.”
Civil Service Reform and Contested Issues in Ethiopia Debate
“Prioritizes merit, educational background, and work experience over ethnicity.”
Civil Service Reform and Contested Issues in Ethiopia Debate
“The primary solution is to completely free the civil service from political loyalty and dependence.”
Civil Service Reform and Contested Issues in Ethiopia Debate
“Will establish a commission to investigate officials who gain unfair advantages.”
Civil Service Reform and Contested Issues in Ethiopia Debate
“Will reduce the high tax burden currently imposed on civil servants.”
Civil Service Reform and Contested Issues in Ethiopia Debate
Economic Policy and Wealth Creation
Fosters a market-led economy with the government acting as a regulator. Major institutions like the National Bank and airlines will remain under government control. Will revoke licenses of party-affiliated businesses and close ethnic/religious financial institutions.
5 cited moments
“Will eliminate corrupt 'system capitalists' and foster a free market that encourages genuine investors who pay taxes and create jobs.”
Economic Policy Debate
“Major institutions that determine the country's fate, like the National Bank, airlines, and key agricultural/banking sectors, must remain under government control.”
Economic Policy Debate
“The economy will be market-led, with the government acting as a regulator to balance the system.”
Economic Policy Debate
“Will revoke the licenses of any business enterprises affiliated with political parties to prevent unfair advantages.”
Economic Policy Debate
“Will close financial institutions organized along ethnic or religious lines, as they foster division and threaten national unity and peace.”
Economic Policy Debate
Foreign Affairs and National Security
Aims for unity with Eritrea or reclaiming the Assab port through peaceful dialogue, negotiation, and economic integration. Calls for troop withdrawal from borders and an end to proxy conflicts.
4 cited moments
“CEUP believes Eritrea's secession was a mistake and aims to build trust to create an opportunity for the two countries to unite if the people desire it.”
Foreign Affairs and National Security Debate
“If unity is not possible, CEUP's second option is to secure Assab port through dialogue and negotiation, citing historical and legal errors in its loss.”
Foreign Affairs and National Security Debate
“Both Ethiopia and Eritrea should move their troops away from the border.”
Foreign Affairs and National Security Debate
“Both Ethiopia and Sudan must stop provocations and stop acting as proxies for foreign countries.”
Foreign Affairs and National Security Debate
Education Policy
Will use domestic languages and English up to secondary school, with English as the full medium from grade 9. Plans to remove political cadres from schools, stop cheating, and ensure 85-90% of students pass the 12th-grade exam.
4 cited moments
“Instruction will be in domestic languages and English up to the end of secondary school.”
Education Policy Debate
“English will become the full medium of instruction starting from grade 9.”
Education Policy Debate
“We will change the teaching and assessment system from the ground up to ensure 85% to 90% of students pass.”
Education Policy Debate
“We will remove political cadres from schools and ensure schools are secular.”
Education Policy Debate
Urban Infrastructure and Housing
Pledges to build 300,000 houses in five years, prioritizing long-term savers. Will renovate aging cities without demolishing homes or displacing the poor, and provide specialized loans for mass transport and electric vehicles.
3 cited moments
“Pledges to build 300,000 houses within five years to address the backlog.”
Urban Infrastructure and Digital Economy Debate
“Pledges to renovate aging cities without demolishing houses or displacing poor residents.”
Urban Infrastructure and Digital Economy Debate
“Will facilitate specialized loans for private investors in mass transport and electric vehicles.”
Urban Infrastructure and Digital Economy Debate
Agriculture and Land Ownership
Plans a constitutional amendment to grant land ownership to farmers, dividing land into private, communal, and state categories. Aims to double agricultural productivity and shift 20% of the agricultural workforce to agro-industries.
4 cited moments
“Will initiate a constitutional amendment within the first 100 days in office to make farmers and pastoralists land owners, decided by public referendum.”
Agriculture and Rural Development Policy Debate
“Land will be categorized into private ownership, communal ownership (for community development), and state ownership (for mountains, tourism, mining, and national interests).”
Agriculture and Rural Development Policy Debate
“Will double agricultural productivity in the next five years.”
Agriculture and Rural Development Policy Debate
“Will accommodate the 20% by expanding agro-industries and creating an industrial revolution in rural towns.”
Agriculture and Rural Development Policy Debate
Tourism and Heritage Protection
Identifies peace as the primary prerequisite for tourism. Opposes development projects that displace citizens. Aims to increase tourism revenue to 15% in five years and establish strict laws to protect wildlife and heritage sites from mining and factories.
4 cited moments
“Identified ensuring peace as the primary task for tourism development, citing lack of peace in Amhara, Tigray, Afar, and Oromia.”
Tourism Policy Debate
“Stated they do not oppose development but reject development that displaces people and leaves them homeless.”
Tourism Policy Debate
“Pledged to increase the country's tourism revenue from under 3% to 15% in the next five years.”
Tourism Policy Debate
“Promised to establish laws and systems to prevent giving tourism areas for factory construction and mining.”
