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Ethiopia: CSOs Urged to Play Indispensable Role in Achieving Ethiopia’s Economic Sovereignty

Addis Ababa, — Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) must play a leading role in Ethiopia’s journey toward economic sovereignty, said Adem Farah, Head of the Democracy System Building Coordination Center with rank of Deputy Prime Minister and Vice President of the Prosperity Party (PP).

Speaking at a multi-stakeholder forum that brought together government officials, civil society representatives, and federal agency delegates, Adem emphasized the need for enhanced coordination between CSOs and federal institutions.

The event focused on developing collaborative strategies to address national priorities.

In his keynote address, Adem highlighted the crucial contributions of CSOs in areas such as human rights protection, peace-building, conflict resolution, democratic governance, environmental protection, and civic engagement.

He also noted that recent legal reforms have significantly improved the operating environment for CSOs.

“The government recognizes the vital role CSOs play in boosting productivity, creating employment, and advancing national development goals,” he said.

Adem also praised their contribution during times of crisis and called for their deeper engagement in nation-building efforts.

The government’s commitment to empowering civil society through strengthened collaboration and a more supportive legal and institutional framework to enable CSOs to effectively contribute to Ethiopia’s economic and social development.