Examination and Analysis of Charities and Societies Proclamation of Ethiopia

It is argued that civil society organizations (CSOs) are crucial for ensuring good governance in any society. They can also contribute towards enabling accountable and transparent government and thereby enhancing employment opportunities and solve societal problems in any given country. Nevertheless, in Ethiopia the relationship between CSOs and Government is rather dubious and filled with mistrust. So it is found out via empirical investigation. The CSO law has been accused of over regulating and of hindrance to charities and societies operating in Ethiopia. The law, some contend, is framed with ill motive of controlling and subjugating. Nevertheless, the law is also argued for and that it put some sense to wild wishes and whims of CSOs (ulterior motives and criminal intents). This research is set out to examine and analyze the Charities and Societies Proclamation of Ethiopia. Keywords: CSOs, charities, societies, proclamation, impact DOI: 10.7176/DCS/9-3-02 Publication date:March 31st 201