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Ethiopia’s Land Policy Gap Worsens Land Grabbing Problem

Land for Life Ethiopia has successfully organized the 2nd Ethiopian Land Day, bringing together policymakers, academics, civil society organizations, and private sector representatives. Under the theme “The Quest for Resilient Land Governance for a Better Life in Ethiopia,” the event has served as a platform to promote sustainable and equitable land governance in the country.

The day highlighted critical issues in land governance, including gaps in the national land policy, informal land deals and settlements, and the limitations of the existing land regime, which they argued undermine productivity. Key concerns highlighted included inadequate compensation during land grabbing, inappropriate eviction procedures, and tenure insecurity. Dr. Daniel Behailu, Senior Land Policy Advisor for the Land Governance Project, stressed, “Land is not for sale,” while calling attention to the use of land as a political tool and the absence of a national policy framework.

The event aimed to promote sustainable land management, elevate public awareness, and foster equitable development by uniting stakeholders such as smallholders, pastoralists, experts, and policymakers. Key outcomes included strengthened partnerships, impactful media coverage, and actionable recommendations to improve land governance.

Dr. Melesse Damtie, Chairperson of the Land for Life Ethiopia General Assembly, emphasized the organization’s dedication to fostering equitable land governance, stating, “The Second Ethiopian Land Day demonstrates our commitment to creating systems that empower communities and enhance livelihoods.”

The event also featured insightful presentations on key land governance issues. Dr. Daniel Behailu, Senior Land Policy Advisor at the Land Governance Project, examined Ethiopia’s land policy framework, while Dr. Waktole Uma, USAID Communal Land Tenure Specialist, addressed challenges and opportunities in communal land tenure.

Bizualem Bekele, Land Governance Advisor at GIZ, analyzed the impact of agricultural investment on food security and sustainable agriculture, and independent researcher Ato Dessalegn Rahmeto presented findings on how land tenure systems influence demographic changes, offering actionable recommendations.

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