Girma Seifu on Ethiopia's political future, national dialogue, and youth ownership

He advocates for institutionalizing dialogue, mutual compromise, multiparty competition, and youth participation, highlighting the National Dialogue's bottom-up framework for equitable representation. Seifu, a former opposition Member of Parliament, believes that the TPLF's politics are a "cancer" that needs to be removed for Ethiopia's stability. He stresses the importance of free and competitive elections, noting issues with both the ruling party's use of state structures and opposition parties' organization around grievances rather than policy.

Seifu argues that political elites often view the landscape as a means for personal gain, leading to a cycle of government overreach and opposition weakness. He also addresses the role of youth, stating they are the "owners of the country today" and should pursue change through the ballot box, not violence. Seifu believes external forces contribute to internal conflicts and that Ethiopia's national unity is crucial for its survival.

Regarding urban development, he views current projects in Addis Ababa as foundational for future generations. He concludes by urging Ethiopians to resolve issues through intellect and dialogue, emphasizing that the country's future lies with its youth.