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BRIDGE

Bridge Research and Innovation forDemocratic Governance and Enhanced Peace

Independent parliamentary monitoring and regional policy research that turns legislative activity, field learning, and IGAD analysis into practical briefings, training, and public dialogue.

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Federal Parliaments Watch

Monitoring the House of Federation and the House of Peoples' Representatives.

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Regional & City Councils

Coverage of all regional state parliaments plus Addis Ababa and Dire Dawa city councils.

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IGAD Desk

Research on peace, diplomacy, climate resilience, and integration across the Horn.

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About BRIDGE

BRIDGE is a non-profit think tank and Parliamentary Monitoring Organization specializing in parliamentary affairs and IGAD-focused regional research.

Founded in Addis Ababa in December 2024, the organization tracks parliamentary developments, produces policy-facing publications, and builds institutional capacity for democratic governance and peace.

Our work follows the full journey of governance research, from federal and regional monitoring to field visits, digests, training programs, and Horn of Africa policy analysis.

December 2024

BRIDGE is Founded

Established and registered as a non-profit think tank in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, under FDRE Civil Society Organization Proclamation No. 1113/2019 — with a mandate to advance evidence-based research on parliaments, peace, and policy across the IGAD region.

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BRIDGE founded in Addis Ababa
Enderasie Monthly Digest first issue
March 2025

First Enderasie Monthly Digest

BRIDGE publishes its inaugural monthly parliamentary digest in parallel English and Amharic editions — tracking federal sessions, oversight, committee work, and parliamentary diplomacy.

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September 2025

Parliament & Public Policy Quarterly

Volume 01, Issue 01 of the peer-review-style quarterly journal launches — opening longer-form analysis of parliaments and public policy across the IGAD region.

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Parliament & Public Policy Quarterly 01
IGAD Knowledge & Research desk
November 2025

IGAD Knowledge & Research Desk

First IGAD Monthly Digest and Occasional Paper series go live — bringing peace & security, climate resilience, regional integration, and Gulf relations into BRIDGE’s regular publishing rhythm.

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Parliamentary Affairs

Coverage of federal chambers, regional councils, and parliamentary procedure.

IGAD Knowledge

Research on regional integration, diplomacy, peace, and humanitarian affairs.

Capacity Building

Targeted training programs for democratic governance and institutional learning.

Monthly Digests

English and Amharic publications translating research into accessible briefings.

Our People

Meet the Team

A multidisciplinary team of researchers, policy analysts, and governance practitioners committed to strengthening democratic institutions.

Dr. Kaleab Tadesse Sigatu

Dr. Kaleab Tadesse Sigatu

Director

Founding director with extensive experience in parliamentary affairs, democratic governance, and public policy research across East Africa.

Hailemeskel Beshewameyelhe

Hailemeskel Beshewameyelhe

Senior Researcher

Leading researcher specializing in IGAD regional integration, peace and security, and inter-parliamentary dialogue across the Horn of Africa.

Azeb Nega

Azeb Nega

Admin and Finance Manager

An experienced Admin and Finance Manager with a proven track record of streamlining organizational workflows and safeguarding financial integrity.

Yanet Tezigera

Yanet Tezigera

Researcher

Coordinates training programs, publications, and strategic communications bridging research outputs with policy stakeholders.

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Our Pillars

What We Do

BRIDGE combines legislative monitoring, regional policy research, targeted training, and accessible publications into one sustained research-to-policy practice.

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Federal & Regional Oversight

Parliamentary Research

Monitoring and analyzing the Federal and Regional State Parliaments of Ethiopia, from national chambers to all 11 regional councils.

  • House of Federation
  • House of Peoples' Reps
  • 11 Regional Parliaments
  • City Councils
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Horn of Africa Intelligence

IGAD Knowledge & Research

Comprehensive research on peace and security, climate resilience, humanitarian affairs, and regional integration.

  • Peace & Security
  • Climate Resilience
  • Humanitarian Affairs
  • Regional Integration
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Institutional Capacity Building

Training Programs

Building institutional and individual capacity through focused training on governance, procedure, and public policy practice.

  • Ethiopian Politics
  • Regional Governance
  • Capacity Workshops
  • Upcoming Session
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Research in Public Form

Publications & Digests

Monthly digests, quarterly reviews, occasional papers, policy briefs, and books that bring research into public circulation.

  • Enderasie Digest
  • Quarterly Reviews
  • Policy Briefs
  • Research Books
Resource Hub

Interactive Horn of Africa Map

Explore IGAD member states and federal/regional institutions across the Horn. Click any country to open its profile, publications, and parliamentary briefings.

14 councils · Ethiopia Federal Democratic Republic
8 member states · Horn of Africa
Oromia Addis Ababa · 537 seats
Ethiopia · Regional Councils
Oromia
CapitalAddis Ababa (Finfinne)
Seats537
LanguageAfaan Oromoo
BodyCaffee Oromia
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Publications & Digests

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Upcoming Training Session

Capacity Building — Parliamentary Governance & Procedure

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Latest News

Stay up to date with BRIDGE's latest publications, digests, and activities.

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Voices

What They Say About Bridge

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BRIDGE's monthly digests have become an indispensable resource for our parliamentary research team. The depth of analysis on the House of Peoples' Representatives is unparalleled.

Hon. Member of Parliament

House of Peoples' Representatives

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The IGAD research publications provide critical insights into regional peace and security dynamics that are simply not available elsewhere. Their occasional paper series is exceptional.

Senior Policy Advisor

Intergovernmental Authority on Development

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The capacity building training sessions have significantly enhanced our understanding of parliamentary procedures and democratic governance principles. Highly recommended for all CSOs.

Executive Director

Ethiopian Civil Society Organization

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about BRIDGE research, publications, training programs, and collaboration opportunities.

What does BRIDGE focus on?

BRIDGE focuses on parliamentary affairs, democratic governance, peacebuilding, and IGAD-related regional research across Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa.

Do you publish regular research outputs?

Yes. We publish monthly digests, occasional papers, policy briefs, quarterly reviews, and other research outputs in English and Amharic.

Can institutions request training or policy support?

Yes. BRIDGE supports institutions, civil society organizations, and partners through training sessions, briefings, and tailored governance knowledge support.

How can I collaborate with BRIDGE?

You can use the contact section to reach out for research partnerships, publication collaboration, events, capacity building, or media and policy engagement.

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Our Partners

Working Together

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FDRE House of Peoples' Representatives

FDRE House of Peoples' Representatives
Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy (NIMD)

Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy (NIMD)
Czech-Slovak Institute of Oriental Studies (CSIORS)

Czech-Slovak Institute of Oriental Studies (CSIORS)
Institute for Peace and Security Studies (IPSS)

Institute for Peace and Security Studies (IPSS)
Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD)

Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD)
Laas Geel Institute of International Relations

Laas Geel Institute of International Relations
Africa Regional Convening on Parliament and Legislation (AFRIPAL)

Africa Regional Convening on Parliament and Legislation (AFRIPAL)