East Africa

Forget Leadership—Perfect the Art of Ghosting, Sulking, and Holding Grudges Like a Pro Introduction Imagine a politician. Now, remove any sense of duty, courage, or basic human accountability. Replace those with the energy of a sloth on melatonin and the vengefulness of a Disney villain who just discovered Twitter. Congratulations! You’ve summoned the Tsaykan Model™—a revolutionary approach to political survival that prioritizes vanishing, vendettas, and viral nonsense over actual governance. This satirical, yet eerily familiar, strategy has been “perfected” by hypothetical leaders (who totally don’t exist, wink) and provides a foolproof guide for dodging responsibility, nurturing grudges, and failing upward with the grace of a raccoon flying a helicopter. Let’s break it down, one ridiculous phase at a time. --- Phase 1: The Art of Strategic Vanishing Every true Tsaykan disciple masters the Hibernation Protocol. Imagine a bear sleeping through winter, except instead of a cozy cave, it...

"Real is rare." True leadership, integrity, and commitment to the people’s well-being are rare qualities, and they are sorely lacking in the current Interim Administration of Tigray. This moment demands accountability and boldness—not white lies and scapegoating. Yet, instead of owning up to their failures, the Interim Administration has resorted to deflecting blame onto the very army leaders who stood as a shield between Tigray and annihilation. These lies are not just an insult to those heroes but a betrayal of the people of Tigray, who have endured immeasurable suffering and made incalculable sacrifices for survival.                              The Interim Administration’s tactics are a deliberate attempt to evade responsibility. Instead of addressing the glaring issues that plague Tigray—unresolved territorial occupation, the plight of displaced people, and the collapse of basic services—the administration h...

The Interim Administration of Tigray has issued a statement filled with accusations, distortions, and blame-shifting, in a calculated attempt to scapegoat the heroic army leaders who saved Tigray from annihilation. The statement is a deliberate effort to cover up its own failures and mismanagement, while attempting to shift responsibility for its inaction onto those who have sacrificed everything for the survival of the Tigrayan people.      This response exposes the white lies, baseless accusations, and ulterior motives behind the statement of the Interim Administration, addressing the bolded contents of their statement and laying bare the truth behind their claims. 1. "The statement issued in the name of senior commanders is partial towards one clique" This is a blatant fabrication intended to sow division among the Tigrayan people. The army leaders have always acted in the interests of Tigray as a whole, not a specific "clique." The real division stems from the I...

The people of Tigray are trapped in a devastating cycle of betrayal and exploitation, orchestrated by those who should have been their protectors. The interim administration (ግምት), tasked with rebuilding and governing the region, has failed to uphold its responsibilities. Instead, it has become a puppet of Abiy Ahmed (መንበድበድ), a regime intent on dismantling Tigray’s resilience. This metaphorical "pillow" that should have cushioned the people’s pain has instead consumed Tigray, feeding on its suffering. And, as if that were not enough, its overseer, Abiy Ahmed, has torn it apart, exposing the people to even more devastation. Broken Promises for IDPs One of the most glaring failures of the interim administration is its inability—or unwillingness—to fulfill its promises to internally displaced persons (IDPs). More than 50 commitments have been made to ensure the safe return of displaced families to their homes. Yet, these promises remain unkept. Camps remain overcrowded, basic n...

In the heart of the ጋንታ Dream, a collective of hope and resilience, one figure shines the brightest: ወዲ ዘይነብ. His story embodies the undying spirit of a man who, despite facing physical hardships and the horrors of genocidal warfare, remains steadfast in his love for his homeland and its people. ### The Bond Between ወዲ ዘይነብ and ሽፍታው The friendship between ወዲ ዘይነብ and ሽፍታው is deep-rooted, stretching back over eight years before the violent turmoil disrupted their lives. Although both men stemmed from the same cultural background, ወዲ ዘይነብ's upbringing in the bustling capital city added layers to his character. Their shared history is rich and comprehensive, highlighting their mutual commitment to their homeland. Physically, ወዲ ዘይነብ shared a striking resemblance with his comrade ሓለንጋይ, being short in stature yet undeniably handsome. However, what truly distinguished him was his intellectual acumen and affinity for technology. His vast knowledge of current global trends in economics, p...

For 1,531 days, hundreds of thousands of Tigrayans have endured the agony of displacement, trapped in IDP camps that have become symbols of abandonment and betrayal. While rain floods their fragile shelters, disease spreads unchecked, and hunger tightens its grip, the leadership in Tigray appears disturbingly indifferent. Their fixation on power has overshadowed the cries of their people, leading to a humanitarian tragedy that exposes the idiocy and cruelty of their governance. The suffering in these camps is beyond comprehension. Families live in conditions that defy human dignity—makeshift shelters offering no protection from the biting cold, malnutrition claiming the lives of children, and treatable diseases turning fatal in the absence of healthcare. These camps, meant to provide temporary refuge, now resemble prisons of despair. And yet, those in power, entrusted with the welfare of their people, remain preoccupied with securing their positions rather than addressing the plight of...

For 1,528 days, tens of thousands of Tigrayans have lived in despair, confined to Internally Displaced Persons (DIP) camps that have become graveyards for hope and dignity. These camps, intended to offer temporary refuge, have instead become symbols of abandonment and neglect. The biting cold pierces through their makeshift shelters, leaving mothers clutching their children in a desperate attempt to shield them. Rainwater seeps through fragile roofs, turning their dwellings into muddy swamps, and floods destroy the little they have left. Disease spreads unchecked, hunger gnaws at their stomachs, and yet they endure—because they have no other choice. The situation is grim beyond words. Emergency response, when it comes, is woefully insufficient and dangerously unpredictable. Aid that should be a lifeline arrives sporadically, leaving families in perpetual uncertainty. Food is scarce, leaving malnourished children to waste away. Healthcare is nonexistent, making treatable illnesses deadl...