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    “The African Charter on Democracy, Election and Governance (ACDEG); Its Enforcement in Member Countries: Case of Ethiopia”
    (Addis Ababa University, 2025-06-01) Lidya Girma; Mohammed Habib
    This research examines the implementation of the “African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG) in Ethiopia”, focusing on the progress and obstacles encountered since its ratification. Through a qualitative assessment of current practice of democracy, legal and policy frameworks, key informant interviews, electoral processes, and civil society engagement, the study analyzes Ethiopia's adherence to the principles outlined in the Charter, including, political participation, and human rights protections. The research reveals, despite Ethiopia's constitutional framework aligning with ACDEG, issues such as conflicting domestic laws, political instability, and ethnic conflicts hinder its implementation, showing a gap between Ethiopia's commitments under ACDEG and its actual practices. In light of these findings, the research indicates the need for legal reforms, enhanced enforcement mechanisms, and a more collaborative governance approach