Strength of Oromo Gadaa System, Indigenous democracy, includes leadership training that starts from day 1. 1. Daballe grade (0 – 8 years of age) 2. Folle or Game Titiqaa grade (8 – 16 years of age) 3. Qondalla or Game Gurgudaa grade (16 – 24 years of age) 4. Kuusa or Raba grade (24 – 32 years of age) 5. Raaba Doorii or Doorii grade (32 – 40 years of age) 6. Gada grade (40 – 48 years of age) 7. Yuba I grade (48 – 56 years of age) 8. Yuba II grade (56 – 64 years of age) 9. Yuba III grade (62 – 72 years of age) 10. Gadamojii grade (72 – 80 years of age) (Melba, 1985, 20) A core of GADA includes: a) philosophical aspects of Saffu (Morality) b) and Rule of law in Indigenous Political Leadership of Gada system c) cyclical replacement of the class in power -prevented Totalitarian and reduced corruption. In modern times, Nelson Mandela stepping down after initial term as President of South Africa demonstrated his internal belief that his countries progress is more important than himself. d) Accountability: Attributes of the potential leader (Hayyuu) is reviewed during election of Abba Gadaa - [Potential candidate has Proven Leadership skill and accountability]
Posted on: Thu, 06 Mar 2014 08:27:11 +0000
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