Nat’l Dialogue commission completes agenda gathering consultations in Oromia region

Addis Ababa, December 19, 2024 (FMC) — The consultation process for gathering of agenda items, conducted for the last four consecutive days in Oromia region has been completed, the Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission (ENDC) announced.

The consultation forum for this agenda-gathering process brought together over 7,000 representatives, drawn from 356 districts from various all-over the region and was accommodated in Adama, according to ENDC.

As the Commission has embarked on crucial agenda-gathering activities in various regions of Ethiopia, it revealed that the recent process in Oromia region marks a significant step towards fostering national unity and addressing long-standing issues.

The discussions included selecting representatives who will work with stakeholders to refine and prioritize the proposed agendas, it was learned.

A specialized session for influential community members is also anticipated to be held on December 21, 2024.

This will be followed by a dialogue involving 1,700 participants, including regional officials and community representatives, from December 22 to December 24.

The National Dialogue Commission is now urging participants from the rest of the country to fulfill their responsibilities in the nationwide consultation process by identifying and addressing issues that can move the nation forward.

Reports show that the Commission has already concluded agenda-setting sessions in nine regional states and two city administrations.