International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development 60 International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development Online ISSN: 2349-4182, Print ISSN: 2349-5979 Impact Factor: RJIF 5.72 www.allsubjectjournal.com Volume 4; Issue 10; October 2017; Page No. 60-63 Indigenization for Restoration of Ethiopianism Teshome Abera Tessema Ph.D. Research Scholar, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, University of Kerala, Kerala, India Abstract The main issue that this paper focused on is the restoration of Ethiopianism through indigenization of our system of education. One of the great mistake done by the successive regime in Ethiopia is the role they played in modernizing the system of education without considering the indigenous knowledge system. In the modernization process, they completely dismantled the indigenous system of knowledge from the school curriculum. The proper Ethiopian knowledge which Ethiopianism was built such as the cultural, Economic and social factors are marginalized. The Ethiopian ‘self’ those elements which the Ethiopians experienced in their culture, history, politics and communal life is gradually deteriorating. Their system of knowledge on which they started civilization and contributed to the world currently considered as traditional, inferior, superstitious, primitive and so on. Ethiopians are “the first civilized inhabitants of the Nile and Tigris, Euphrates valleys, where a dark-skinned people with short hair and prominent lips; and that they are referred to by some scholars as Cushites (Ethiopians), and as Hamites by others” were t he source of civilization began but these civilized people who remain uncolonized currently colonized in the system of education and politics. These people are going back from the line of civilization to ethnic conflict in the 21 st century. This paper, therefore, discusses the need for indigenization in restoring Ethiopianism that is deteriorating on the bases of historical perspective and practical observation. Keywords: indigenization, Ethiopianism, indigenous knowledge, Ethiopia, restoration Introduction Indigenization is crucial in building up knowledge relevant to the local context that is inherited from the past and the legacies of different cultures in the communities and histories. It enables the population to lead a life that is harmonious with their fellow citizens and that of the natural environment. Ethiopianism is one of the legacies of the past generation which the present has to inherit. Ethiopia is one of the world's oldest independent nation, its territorial size has varied over the millennia of its survival due to the European sabotage. As archaeological evidence have found Ethiopia is the home of the oldest known human ancestors, including Ardipithecus ramidus kadabba (c.5.8–5.2 million years old) and Australopithecus anamensis (c. 4.2 million years old). This revealed that the center of world civilization is in Ethiopia. Among various historical facts that make Ethiopia prominent in modern world affairs and became examples for the other black nation under colony is the battle of Adwa in 1896. In this battle Ethiopia defeated the Italian force who were mechanized with the latest modern weaponry by fighters who were typically using spears as their main weapons and some out dated rifles. Ethiopia was among the first independent nation who was the member of the League of Nations and also to sign the Charter of the United Nations. During colonialism Ethiopia played a prominent role in providing military training, moral, diplomatic and Material support for those countries under colonial power. In the establishment of the Organization of African Unity and the growth of Pan-Africanism, the Ethiopian leaders played a leading role. Hence, in order to pass this legacy to the new generation indigenization is important. It is only when we indigenize our school curriculum that we know ourselves. This article, therefore, discusses the need for indigenization for restoration of Ethiopianism which is gradually deteriorating from time to time especially during the present generation. Indigenization for restoration of Ethiopianism Promoting Indigenous Ethiopian knowledge is a key to success for the implementation of the principles of Ethiopianism. The generation, adoption, and use of indigenous knowledge are greatly influenced by the culture. The past and present Economic, social, political and geographical contexts also contribute in creating the spirit of Ethiopianism. Ethiopianism is residing in our past and present experiences. The new generation has to know the history and experiences of the past generation. This is possible when there is an interface between diverse participants such as family, community, school, and government that will facilitate the teaching of indigenous knowledge to promote Ethiopianism. Especially the teaching of elders who knows the past is important to transmit knowledge to the present. This knowledge is found in Ethiopian history, proverbs, poems, and artefacts. It is found in the struggle of Adewa, Mekedela and in all parts of the country’s history and in all other achievements. The basis of Ethiopianism also found in all our institutions, including the church and Mosques history. Ethiopianism is found in the history of the Ethiopian leaders