Economic Policy Research and The Culture Of Policy Dialogue

IN ETHIOPIA: EEA’s 30-YEAR JOURNEY (1991-2023)

About the Book

This landmark publication chronicles the remarkable 30-year journey of the Ethiopian Economics Association (EEA) since its founding in 1991. The book documents how EEA established itself as Ethiopia’s premier economic policy think tank, navigating political transitions, restrictive policies, and economic challenges while maintaining its commitment to evidence-based research and policy dialogue.

"The EEA's 30-year odyssey is a tale worth telling, and this book is a testament to that journey."

Prof. Tassew Woldehanna, President of EEA Tweet

Key Achievements

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Vision 2020 forum
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Research Papers
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Regional chapters
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"The book makes you proud about the history of your Association. I encourage you to read it and understand your share to take the Association further forward."

Prof. Mengistu Ketema, CEO of EEA Tweet

Key Milestones

  • 1991
Founding of EEA
Established amidst Ethiopia's shift from a command economy, with founding vision from Dr. Eshetu Chole
  • 2000
Establishment of EEPRI
Created the Ethiopian Economic Policy Research Institute as EEA's research arm
  • 2003-2010
Vision 2020 Forums
Monthly policy discussion forums featuring Ethiopia's leading intellectuals
  • 2008
Multipurpose Building
Inauguration of EEA headquarters, the first of its kind among Ethiopian professional societies
  • 2012-2017
Resilience During Challenges
Survived restrictive CSO laws through member solidarity and organizational adaptation
  • 2020
Regional Expansion
Established chapters in 7 regional universities, expanding EEA's national reach and enhancing local economic research capacity across Ethiopia.
  • 2023
30-Year Anniversary Publication
Released this comprehensive book documenting EEA's journey, achievements, and contributions to Ethiopia's economic policy landscape.

Thematic Contributions

EEA has made significant contributions to Ethiopia’s economic policy discourse through research on critical themes:

Poverty and Poverty Reduction

Early contributions to Ethiopia's Poverty Reduction Strategy Papers (PRSP) and analysis of poverty dynamics

Economics of Pandemics

Research on economic impacts of HIV/AIDS and COVID-19, advocating for long-term macroeconomic planning

The Land Question

Groundbreaking research on land tenure that sparked national debate and contributed to recent reforms

Climate Change

Comprehensive analysis from multiple angles including research, public dialogues, and policy briefs

Partnerships & Collaboration

EEA has built extensive networks and partnerships over three decades:

Longstanding Partners

Friedrich Ebert Stiftung

32 years

ACBF

17 years

International Donors

Consortium

Government Collaboration

Working with federal and regional governments on revenue potential studies and development planning

Revenue Studies

Development Planning

Policy Consultation

Academic Partnerships

MoUs with 7 universities hosting EEA regional chapters and collaborative research projects

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Universities

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Regional Chapters

Collaborative Research Projects

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