Leadership and Governance
Key Leadership Positions
| Title | Role |
|---|---|
| Abba Gadaa | Supreme leader |
| Abba Dula | Military commander |
| Abba Sera | Lawmaker |
| Abba Alanga | Judge |
The Abba Gadaa
The Abba Gadaa is the highest elected position:
- Elected by the Caffee (assembly)
- Serves exactly 8 years
- Cannot be re-elected
- Leads all major ceremonies
The Caffee (Assembly)
Democratic assembly where:
- Laws are debated
- Leaders are elected
- Disputes are resolved
- Major decisions are made
Gumi (Grand Assembly)
Special assembly for:
- Constitutional matters
- Inter-clan disputes
- Major policy changes
- Emergency decisions