Fundamental principles of the constitution ethiopia. Umbrella of ethiopian nation, nationalities and peoples taye kebede 092916 before 25 years ethiopian nation, nationalities and people of ethiopia were able to pass the fdre constitution that guaranteed their human and democratic rights without. The criminal code of the federal democratic republic of. The following english translation of the ethiopian draft constitution is an unofficial draft. Whereas, it is proper to determine the content of the powers and functions and the internal. Bill of rights, constitutional rights, common law constitution, government. Issues of minority rights in the ethiopian federation.
The house of peoples representatives working procedures. On this page you can read or download weakness of ethiopian constitution pdf in pdf format. Ethiopia is one of the few countries to openly recognize the right to secession in its constitution. The making and legitimacy of the ethiopian constitution core. Constitutionalism is the idea, often associated with the political theories of john locke and the founders of the american republic, and equated with the concept of regula iuris, the rule of law, that government can and should be legally limited in its powers, and that its authority depends on enforcing these limitations. No authority may adopt measures which either directly or indirectly would. The fundamental law, written or unwritten, that establishes the character of a government by defining the basic principles to which a society must conform. Doc amendment of state constitution in ethiopia in. Constitution of the union of the comoros 2001, as amended to 2009 english.
The peoples democratic republic of elhiopia is a soverei, state whose territory comprisin, the land. The emperor will establish in the form of a law the standing orders. Interpeace launched its constitutionmaking program, constitutionmaking for peace, to fill this gap because the how of making a constitution in todays world is as important as the resulting content. Constitution of the federal democratic republic of ethiopia wipo. Constitution of the federal democratic republic of. It is prohibited to assume state power in any manner other than that. It shares borders with eritrea to the north, djibouti to the northeast. The principal requirements are twothirds support by the legislative council of the concerned nation, nationality, or people and a referendum. The house of peoples representatives working procedures and code of conduct amendment. New president and vicepresident for the fdre supreme court.
Definitions a term used in this proclamation that is defined in the tax. Confronting the nightmare posed by the fdre constitution. Analysis of articles of bit between fdre government of ethiopia and russian federation in line with the fundamental principle of bits at international standard of foreign investment protection analysis of articles of bit between fdre government of ethiopia and russian federation ermias birhanu alaro academic paper business economics law. The peoples democratic republic of ethiopia shall, while ae romplishing the national democratic revolution, lay. Defination of powers and duties of the executive organs of.
Ethiopian constitution of 1931 5 if after a question has been declared to be secret, a member of the chamber makes it known to the public either in a speech, or by the press, or by writings or in any other way, he shall be punished according to the provisions of penal law. Restricted wttprs305 17 september 2014 145208 page. About the constitution of the federal democratic republic of ethiopia. House of federation is a political organization, because its members are elected by regional state councils as pursuant to article 6 of the fdre constitution. And as it is clear from the translation above, the amharic version of the same.
The constitution consists of 106 articles in 11 chapters. Paulos kebede following the circulation on social media of a document said to be draft law for determining oromia regional states interest in addis ababa, there was a flurry of comments on what the meaning of article 495 of fdre constitution could be some wanted to see addis ababa as a federal territory in which oromia regional state only has a special interest. Constitution of the union of the comoros 2001, as amended. The media industry in ethiopia, the private media in particular, find itself stuck in the fight between relevance and survival. While, because of fallible but capable of learning from experience, human nature. Comoross constitution of 2001 with amendments through 2009. First of all, the countrys nation, nationalities and people are the owners of the constitution.
Judgment and sentence unofficial english translation. Way back in 1215, king john of england was forced by a group of wealthy. If you dont see any interesting for you, use our search. This right shall include freedom to seek, receive and impart information and ideas of all kinds, regardless of frontiers, either. Constitution of the federal democratic republic of ethiopia home basic information general information the house of peoples representatives the house of the federation current developments preamble we, the nations, nationalities and peoples of ethiopia. Implementation of the international covenant on economic. The constitution of the united states preamble we the people of the united states, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do. This constitution establishes a federal and democratic state structure.
This proclamation may be cited as the constitution of the federal democratic republic of ethiopia. The constitution of the federal democratic republic of ethiopia fdre provides for basic principles to which it is committed. The criminal code of the federal democratic republic of ethiopia preface it is nearly half a century since the 1957 penal code entered into operation. Democratic rights article 29 right of thought, opinion and expression 1. However, state courts are bound by their states constitution on fundamental issues. Part one is about human rights that goes through article 14 28. During this period, radical political, economic and social changes have taken place in ethiopia. Comorans shall have the same rights, liberties and duties in each part of the union. It is prohibited to assume state power in any manner other than that provided under the constitution.
The constitution was drawn up by the constituent assembly that was elected in june 1994. The current constitution of ethiopia, which is the supreme law of the federal democratic republic of ethiopia, came into force on 21 august 1995. Everyone has the right to freedom of expression without any interference. The fdre constitution provides that all persons who have been displaced from their plot of land have the right to commensurate monetary or alternative means of compensation including relocation with adequate state assistance. All citizens, organs of state, political organizations, other associations as well as their officials have the duty to ensure observance of the constitution and to obey it. Their sovereignty shall be expressed through their representatives elected in accordance with this constitution and through their direct democratic participation. Nov 23, 2015 on this page you can read or download weakness of ethiopian constitution pdf in pdf format. This constitution is an expression of their sovereignty. Short title this proclamation may be cited as the federal income tax proclamation no. Analysis of articles of bit between fdre government of.
Constitution of the federal democratic republic of ethiopia, it is hereby proclaimed as follows. It didnt just spring up out of nowhere, but rather evolved into what it is now. Constitution of the union of the comoros 2001, as amended to 2009. Muthbhed a planned encounter 4 full movie dubbed in hindi free download torrent. The 1991 transitional period charter of ethiopian english and amharic version. The peoples democratic republic of ethiopia is a unitary,tate in which all nalionalilies ii. This is also because the people have a very strong bond with the constitution. Constitution of teh regional state of oromia revised. If you dont see any interesting for you, use our search form on bottom v. The socalled english constitution is an unwritten body of legal customs and rights developed by practice and court decisions from the 11th to the 18th century. At regional level, the 2001 revised constitution of oromia complicates the issue of. Therefore, the day the fdre constitution is ratified is being celebrated every year with huge celebrations. Whereas, the nations, nationalities and peoples of ethiopia have, through their elected representatives, ratified the constitution of the federal democratic republic of ethiopia, on the 8th day of december, 1994.
It was adopted by the transitional government of ethiopia in december 1994 and came into force following the general election held in mayjune 1995. Among the major changes are the recognition by the constitution and international agreements. The official languages shall be the shikomor, the national language, french and arabic. Particulars relating to nationality shall be determined by law. Options for the process, is a welcome addition to i. Fdre is listed in the worlds largest and most authoritative dictionary database of abbreviations and acronyms. Strongly committed, in full and free exercise of our right to selfdetermination, to. Foreign nationals may acquire ethiopian nationality.
In time of exploring major ideas and concepts of constitutional adjudication in fdre constitution, i came up by concluding that our approach of interpreting constitutional matters and settling disputes on sensitive political issues only depend on the house of the federation independent of executive branch dominated by a ruling political party. Article 93 of the ethiopian constitution deals with a declaration of a state of. Ermias birhanu alaro author year 20 pages 18 catalog number v303721 file size 687 kb language english notes ermias birhanu alaro is a graduate of masters degree in law llm from jimma university. Analysis of articles of bit between fdre government of ethiopia and russian federation course international law on foreign investment author.
In this period of the spiralling global pandemic, covid19, that has been spread virtually on every part of the world and after a short respite from the ugly ethnic conflict, hatred and discords that preceded the declaration of emergency, over the past weeks, the discourse of ordinary. The court decisions are organized either in volumes exactly as they are published by the supreme court or separated by case number. Abstract leaving constitutional space to sub national units so as to frame their own constitutions is an invariable practice across most federations. In this period of the spiralling global pandemic, covid19, that has been spread virtually on every part of the world and after a short respite from the ugly ethnic conflict, hatred and discords that preceded the declaration of emergency, over the past weeks, the discourse of ordinary ethiopians, politicians, intellectuals and ethnic entrepreneurs in the social and main stream media has been. The constitution of fdre states fundamental rights and freedoms in chapter three.
Draft fdre constitution by abrham yohannes on may 7, 2020 leave a comment draft ethiopian constitution the following english translation of the ethiopian draft constitution is an unofficial draft that has been released to enable members of the international community follow the discussions and. Kthe rule of law krespect for individual and peoples fundamental freedoms and rights kequalitynondiscrimination kcitizens participation in the political, social, and economic life of. Everyone has the right to hold opinions without interference. National anthem of ethiopia the national anthem of ethiopia, to be determined by law, shall reflect the ideals of the constitution, the commitment of the peoples of ethiopia to live together in a democratic order and of their common destiny. Pdf constitution, constitutionalism and foundation of. Ethiopian constitution the following english translation of the ethiopian draft constitution is an unofficial draft that has been released to enable members of the international community follow the discussions and forthcoming elections, pending publication of the official translation.
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