Amharization

Amharization is a process of making dominance of Amhara traditions, culture and language above other ethnic groups in Ethiopia. During the Imperial rule, Amhara enjoyed greater influence, from imposing Amharic language and culture to dominate the Ethiopian politics. Amhara elites also aspired to build Ethiopian nation. Amhara dominance has been since during the Derg era until 1991.[1][2][3]

Tigrayan-led EPRDF regime supposed to end Amharization, implements ethnic federalism under the constitution. However, the constitution failed to solve long term protracted conflicts in the country and further heightened tension among ethnic groups. TPLF also used to divide and rule mechanism and Tigrayan priority in the poltics.[4][5]

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