The politics of recognition in multi-ethnic regions of Ethiopia and its implication to land rights of 'non-titular' nationalities: evidences from Benishangul-Gumuz regional state
by Ketemaw Muluye; Tewodros Abuhay; Belete Mehari
International Journal of Public Law and Policy (IJPLAP), Vol. 8, No. 1, 2022

Abstract: Ethiopia was restructured as an ethnic federal state in 1991 with the aim to ensure equality of ethnic groups. However, it is claimed that, multi-ethnic regions such as BGRS create hierarchy of ethnicities in exercising rights. The aim of this article is, thus, to examine the region's politics of recognition and its implication on the land rights of 'non-titular' nationalities in BGRS. Qualitative research approach with a case study research design was utilised. The data were collected through interview and document analysis. The finding revealed that Amharas' right of access to land and get compensation for land and properties confiscated by the government are found to be restricted. This is attributed, mainly, to the exclusionary politics of recognition that made some ethnic groups 'owners' and others 'non-owners'. This implies the need to reconsider the federation with an attention to the rights of 'non-owners' in multi-ethnic regional states of Ethiopia.

Online publication date: Mon, 31-Jan-2022

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