

From Nobel peace prize to civil war: how Ethiopia’s leader beguiled the world
Aug 2, 2024
Abiy Ahmed, Ethiopia's Prime Minister and Nobel Peace Prize winner, initially seen as a unifier, faces backlash amid a deepening civil conflict. Journalist Tom Gardner delves into the stark contrast between Abiy's reformative promises and the violent fallout in Tigray. They discuss his economic reforms and the chaos arising from ethnic tensions. The conversation unveils the complexities of political alliances and the catastrophic humanitarian crisis swirling around Ethiopia, illustrating how misjudgments have led to significant turmoil.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
From Reformer to Controversy: The Enigma of Ethiopia's Leadership
02:22 • 17min
Ethiopia's Economic Reforms and the Road to Conflict
19:17 • 3min
Political Alliances and Ethnic Chaos in Ethiopia's Transition
22:25 • 10min
The Descent into Conflict: Ethiopia's Tigray War and Its Aftermath
32:31 • 4min