How did the Eritrean People’s Liberation Front become the People’s Front for Democracy and Justice?

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The Eritrean People’s Liberation Front (EPLF) underwent a formal transformation in February 1994, when it renamed itself the People’s Front for Democracy and Justice (PFDJ).12

This change occurred as part of the organization's transition from a secessionist guerrilla movement into Eritrea’s official ruling political party following the country's independence from Ethiopia in 1993. By rebranding, the group sought to solidify its role in governing the newly independent nation, with Isaias Afwerki—who had led the EPLF—continuing to head the party as he consolidated his position as president.12