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The 1966 Revolution, which overthrew the monarchical and feudal system, has marked its 50th anniversary.
Considered one of the most significant revolutions globally for bringing radical change, the 1966 Revolution began with a robust student movement. However, in the years prior, various popular uprisings and movements, including coup attempts, had taken place in Ethiopia seeking systemic change.
Today, demands for human and democratic rights in our country are pursued through both peaceful and armed struggles. Over the past 50 years, what legacy and inheritance has the student struggle left behind? While it is essential to examine this question, it cannot be said that the past 50 years of transformation have fully delivered the desired political system. Nonetheless, their contribution to the systemic changes that have occurred and are ongoing in Ethiopia is immensely significant.
To reflect on this transformation over the 50 years, we have, in recent weeks, been presenting the testimonies of progressive Ethiopians who participated in the student movement or subsequent political groups and closely followed the process. These testimonies highlight the years when the student movement expanded, addressing issues such as land reform, national oppression, the formation of various political parties, and armed struggles, as well as their memories and reflections on the 1966 Revolution.
This week, on March 20, 2025, we have chosen to share the perspectives of individuals who played significant roles in the student movement both within and outside the country: Professor Gebru Tareke, Professor John Markakis, and Ms. Hirut Abebe.
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