Building the Nation

Infrastructure, Equity, and Federalism in Ethiopia
Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-3-032-25700-0
Verlag: Springer

Buch, Englisch, 330 Seiten, Format (B × H): 153 mm x 216 mm, Gewicht: 595 g

Reihe: Federalism and Internal Conflicts

This book examines how infrastructure shapes national unity and political stability in Ethiopia. This book argues that fair distribution of infrastructure- not just economic growth- is essential for building trust, inclusion, and a strong nation.

It begins by presenting Ethiopia’s development paradox: rapid infrastructure expansion alongside rising political tensions. The chapters then explore three core pillars – institutional capacity, governance, and equity- showing how they influence infrastructure allocation. Using evidence from roads, electricity, telecommunications, universities, airports, and industrial parks, the book reveals patterns of regional inequity and their impact on social cohesion. It concludes with practical policy solutions, including equitable investment strategies and participatory governance.

By linking infrastructure, federalism, and equity, this book offers valuable insights for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners interested in inclusive development, state-building, and sustainable nation-building in diverse societies.

Zielgruppe

Research

Autoren/Hrsg.

Ambaw, Desalegn

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politische Systeme Zentralregierung
• Interdisziplinäres Wissenschaften Wissenschaften Interdisziplinär Friedens- und Konfliktforschung
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politikwissenschaft Allgemein

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter 1: Introduction:  Why Infrastructure Equity Matter?.- Part I - Foundations: Theory and Conceptual Architecture.- Chapter 2 - Theory of Equity in Development.- Chapter 3 - Theoretical and Conceptual Model.- Part II - The Federal Context: Institutions, History, and Design.- Chapter 4 - Ethiopian Federalism: Institutions, History and Design.- Part III - Empirical Evidence: Measuring Regional Inequities .- Chapter 5 - The Macro View: Patterns of Growth and Gaps.- Chapter 6 - Synthesizing Empirical and Theoretical Insights.- Chapter 7 - Strategic Investments: Universities, Airports, and Industrial Parks.- Part IV - Synthesis, Diagnostic Tools, and Reform Agenda .- Chapter 8 - The Infrastructure Equity Index: Linking Capacity, Governance, and Equity.- Chapter 9 - Toward an Equitable Future.

Über Autor(innen)

Desalegn Ambaw (Ph.D.) is an expert in federalism, governance, and public policy and CEO of the Ethiopian Deposit Insurance Fund. He holds a PhD from Addis Ababa University and an MBA from the Open University (UK), with senior leadership experience and research focused on equity, state-building, and governance.