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Why Ethiopia is poised to be the superpower of Eastern Africa

After the military through the Derg or committee as it was known toppled the government of Emperor Haille Sellasie in 1974, Ethiopia has never looked back.

They may not have a very good record on human rights, but come on, what is the essence of human rights to a starving people?

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