Ethiopia had been associated with war and drought for many years. Because of this, its name was highly tarnished, often mentioned in the western media as an impoverished nation which could not live without foreign aid.
However, after the ruling party (EPRDF) came to power toppling the military junta in 1991, remarkable economic growth has been registered. Regional and international financial institutions and development partners have witnessed the fast economic growth being registered over the last two decades. Though questions are being raised on its across the board wealth distribution and inclusiveness,there is no denying the fact that millions of Ethiopians have been lifted out of abject poverty.
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