Such an enduring bond that glued the two actors ultimately faced the wave of popular anger demanding change, including Ethiopian Muslims. It all began when Ethiopian Muslims uncovered an Ethiopian government plot that targeted their autonomy and identity. The equal status provides the Ethiopian Muslims legal ground to see their umbrella spiritual organization differently from regular NGOs. Granting equal status to Ethiopian Muslims alters hostile mindsets and works against the perception of them as a threat. The decree should serve as a key instrument for Ethiopian Muslims to reclaim their shared identity as an apolitical community.

Source: Ethiopian News September 16, 2020 16:18 UTC