Oromo Liberation Front (OLF)

The Oromo Liberation Front (OLF) is an organization founded in the 1970s that seeks self-determination and greater rights for the Oromo people, Ethiopia’s largest ethnic group. It originated as a political and military movement aiming to address historical marginalization and promote Oromo culture and autonomy. Over the years, the OLF has engaged in armed resistance and political activism, advocating for ethnic rights and regional autonomy within Ethiopia. Its activities have influenced Ethiopia's political landscape, often leading to tensions with the federal government, and it continues to be a key voice in discussions about Ethiopia’s ethnic federalism and national unity.