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Happy International Women’s Day to all the incredible women around the world! Today, we take a moment to honor the resilience, strength, and sacrifices of women everywhere. But a special tribute goes to the Amhara women of Ethiopia—women whose bravery, endurance, faith, and patriotism have shaped the course of history and continue to inspire generations.

The Mothers Who Gave Us Fano: Pillars of Ethiopia’s Resistance

Behind every great warrior stands a mother who nurtured, guided, and instilled the values of courage and freedom. The Amhara mothers have given Ethiopia some of its greatest defenders—the fearless Fano freedom fighters. These women have not only raised warriors but have also taken up arms themselves, standing on the front lines to protect their land, culture, and dignity. Their unwavering commitment to Ethiopia’s sovereignty echoes the strength of legendary Ethiopian queens and heroines like Empress Taytu Betul, who led Ethiopia to victory against colonial forces.

The Burdens of Amhara Women: A History of Hardship and Survival

Throughout Ethiopia’s history, Amhara women have endured immense suffering. From forced displacement to systemic marginalization, they have borne the weight of conflicts, ethnic-targeted attacks, and political oppression. Yet, they continue to persevere, holding their families and communities together in the face of adversity. In recent years, the suffering has reached unprecedented levels. Amhara women have witnessed their children and husbands slaughtered, their homes destroyed, and their very existence threatened by state-backed oppression and ethnic cleansing.

Under the current regime of Abiy Ahmed, Amhara women have faced unspeakable atrocities. Heavy weaponry and drones are being used to massacre innocent Amhara civilians—including women, children, and the elderly—on an alarming scale. Mass imprisonment, sexual violence, and targeted assassinations have become tools of suppression, attempting to break the indomitable spirit of the Amhara people. But these women refuse to be silenced.

The Courage to Stand: Amhara Women in the Fight for Justice

Despite overwhelming odds, Amhara women are not just surviving—they are resisting. Many have joined the Fano fighters, standing shoulder to shoulder with their brothers in the struggle for Ethiopia’s freedom. These fearless women warriors are playing a crucial role in the battle against oppression, proving that Ethiopian women are not only caretakers but also fierce defenders of justice and sovereignty.

As the struggle intensifies, victory is on the horizon. Alongside their fellow Ethiopian counterparts, the Fano women fighters are fighting to establish a united, peaceful, fair, and democratic Ethiopia—one where all its citizens can live with dignity and freedom. The sacrifices they make today will pave the way for a nation that upholds the rights of all its people, free from tyranny and division.

A Call to All Ethiopian Women: Unite for Survival and Peace

Ethiopian women have always been the backbone of the nation, and now more than ever, they must stand together. The struggle of Amhara women is not just their own—it is a fight for the survival of Ethiopia as a whole. All Ethiopian women, from every ethnic and religious background, must join in solidarity, ensuring that Ethiopia remains a land of unity and peace, as it has been for the past 3,000 years.

To the women of Ethiopia, this is your moment. Rise up, support one another, and fight for a future where no mother has to bury her child because of political tyranny. Together, as Ethiopian women, we will reclaim our nation’s honor, uphold its legacy, and restore justice for all.

Long live the spirit of Amhara women! Long live Ethiopia!