#Ethiopia: Gov’t withdraws 40,000 mass transport vehicles from fuel subsidy program
Fitsum Assefa, the Minister of Planning and Development, revealed that 40,000 vehicles that were misusing the targeted fuel subsidy have been removed from the subsidy program and required to repay their debts. This announcement was made during the parliament's presentation of the Ministry's first-quarter report, according to Ethiopian Press Agency.
The minister emphasized that the primary goal of the targeted fuel subsidy system is to provide the public with affordable and efficient transportation services. However, she also acknowledged implementation challenges.
Fitsum explained that since the introduction of the digital fuel payment system, approximately 23 billion birr has been allocated as a subsidy to mass transportation vehicles. Additionally, she highlighted the stringent surveillance measures taken to combat fuel smuggling out of the country.
Fitsum Assefa, the Minister of Planning and Development, revealed that 40,000 vehicles that were misusing the targeted fuel subsidy have been removed from the subsidy program and required to repay their debts. This announcement was made during the parliament's presentation of the Ministry's first-quarter report, according to Ethiopian Press Agency.
The minister emphasized that the primary goal of the targeted fuel subsidy system is to provide the public with affordable and efficient transportation services. However, she also acknowledged implementation challenges.
Fitsum explained that since the introduction of the digital fuel payment system, approximately 23 billion birr has been allocated as a subsidy to mass transportation vehicles. Additionally, she highlighted the stringent surveillance measures taken to combat fuel smuggling out of the country.
#Ethiopia faces high humanitarian needs due to intercommunal violence, disease outbreaks, and climate change, #UNHCR
Ethiopia is grappling with a multitude of humanitarian challenges, including intercommunal violence, disease outbreaks, conflicts, and climate change, which have left over 20 million people in need of assistance.
According to a news report released by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the country is also home to 4.5 million internally displaced persons (#IDPs), with food security remaining a major concern amid a pause in food response, high malnutrition rates, and reports of drought-like conditions in the northern regions.
According to the UN agency, an estimated five million people are affected by drought-like conditions in the #Amhara and #Tigray regions, with crop failure leaving 3.5 million people in Amhara in need due to agricultural infestation and ongoing hostilities.
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Ethiopia is grappling with a multitude of humanitarian challenges, including intercommunal violence, disease outbreaks, conflicts, and climate change, which have left over 20 million people in need of assistance.
According to a news report released by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the country is also home to 4.5 million internally displaced persons (#IDPs), with food security remaining a major concern amid a pause in food response, high malnutrition rates, and reports of drought-like conditions in the northern regions.
According to the UN agency, an estimated five million people are affected by drought-like conditions in the #Amhara and #Tigray regions, with crop failure leaving 3.5 million people in Amhara in need due to agricultural infestation and ongoing hostilities.
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#Coming_Up: The United States House Committee on Foreign Affairs open hearing on #Ethiopia.
'Ethiopia: Promise or Perils, The State of U.S. Policy'
Members of the subcommittee on #Africa, led by Chairman John James (R-MI), will receive testimonies on the topic from Amb. Mike Hammer, Special Envoy to the Horn of Africa and Tyler Beckelman, Deputy Assistant Administrator Bureau for Africa, U.S. Agency for International Development.
Day: Thursday, 30 November 2023
Time: 10:00 AM EST
Local Time: 6:00 PM EAT
The hearing is available by live webcast on the Committee's website at: https://foreignaffairs.house.gov/hearing/ethiopia-promise-or-perils-the-state-of-u-s-policy/
Or live via YouTube https://www.youtube.com/live/eY2OLOfVxRo?si=xIl5k6lYOf9unG3B
'Ethiopia: Promise or Perils, The State of U.S. Policy'
Members of the subcommittee on #Africa, led by Chairman John James (R-MI), will receive testimonies on the topic from Amb. Mike Hammer, Special Envoy to the Horn of Africa and Tyler Beckelman, Deputy Assistant Administrator Bureau for Africa, U.S. Agency for International Development.
Day: Thursday, 30 November 2023
Time: 10:00 AM EST
Local Time: 6:00 PM EAT
The hearing is available by live webcast on the Committee's website at: https://foreignaffairs.house.gov/hearing/ethiopia-promise-or-perils-the-state-of-u-s-policy/
Or live via YouTube https://www.youtube.com/live/eY2OLOfVxRo?si=xIl5k6lYOf9unG3B
#Ethiopia: At least 23 die of #cholera in #Somali region as outbreak continues posing deadly threat to thousands
In the worst hit district of Kelafo in the Somali region, Save the Children teams are reporting a huge spike in cholera cases among children under five, who account for nearly 80% of the confirmed cases.
For the better part of this year, when the impacted region was engulfed by drought, cases of the waterborne disease were on the decline, with the Somali region reporting zero cases of cholera for 11 straight weeks until mid-September, when the rains started. Now, a deadly combination of flooded water systems, a lack of basic sanitation services and damaged water treatment plants has driven the spike in the deadly illness.
At least 91 districts across Ethiopia are reporting cases of cholera, with the situation expected to worsen as rains continue to fall in the #Gambella, #Afar and #Somali regions. https://addisstandard.com/?p=39735
In the worst hit district of Kelafo in the Somali region, Save the Children teams are reporting a huge spike in cholera cases among children under five, who account for nearly 80% of the confirmed cases.
For the better part of this year, when the impacted region was engulfed by drought, cases of the waterborne disease were on the decline, with the Somali region reporting zero cases of cholera for 11 straight weeks until mid-September, when the rains started. Now, a deadly combination of flooded water systems, a lack of basic sanitation services and damaged water treatment plants has driven the spike in the deadly illness.
At least 91 districts across Ethiopia are reporting cases of cholera, with the situation expected to worsen as rains continue to fall in the #Gambella, #Afar and #Somali regions. https://addisstandard.com/?p=39735
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#Ethiopia: Opening statement by Chairman John James (R-MI) at the United States House Committee on Foreign Affairs open hearing on 'Ethiopia: Promise or Perils, The State of U.S. Policy.'
Chairman James outlined his concerns "about Ethiopia's current trajectory and the direction of our policy."
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#Ethiopia: The concluding questions and answers exchanged between Congressman Brad Sherman and Amb. Mike Hammer during today's open hearing on 'Ethiopia: Promise or Perils, The State of U.S. Policy,' raised the spectrum of challenges to the Ethiopian government's recent announcement to hold a "referendum" to settle the status of #Western_Tigray, which is still occupied by #Amhara forces.
Congressman Sherman asserted that while the Pretoria agreement stated resolving the issue of Western Tigray in accordance with the constitution, the government plans to hold a referendum, and that "nothing is more phony than a referendum after an ethnic cleansing."
In response, Amb. Hammer admitted that "we are all impatient", and "recognize the urgent need" for the internally displaced Tigrayans to be able to return to their homes, who are living under "horrific circumstances."
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Congressman Sherman asserted that while the Pretoria agreement stated resolving the issue of Western Tigray in accordance with the constitution, the government plans to hold a referendum, and that "nothing is more phony than a referendum after an ethnic cleansing."
In response, Amb. Hammer admitted that "we are all impatient", and "recognize the urgent need" for the internally displaced Tigrayans to be able to return to their homes, who are living under "horrific circumstances."
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#Ethiopia: DBE slashes lending interest rate to spur agricultural sector, investment
The Development Bank of Ethiopia (#DBE) has taken an important step in alignment with the government's agenda to bolster the agricultural sector and promote investment. From now on, mall, medium, and corporate project loan applicants will benefit from a significant decrease in the lending interest rate, with rates being lowered from 11.5% to 7%.
The maximum lending interest rate in the banking industry is currently at 20%. The policy bank has announced that this interest rate adjustment will be applicable to lease finance and project finance loan services.
During yesterday's press briefing, Yohannes Ayaleu, President of DBE, stated that the primary intention behind reducing the loan interest rate is to encourage investment in the agricultural sector, particularly among investors, farmers, and herdsmen.
The Development Bank of Ethiopia (#DBE) has taken an important step in alignment with the government's agenda to bolster the agricultural sector and promote investment. From now on, mall, medium, and corporate project loan applicants will benefit from a significant decrease in the lending interest rate, with rates being lowered from 11.5% to 7%.
The maximum lending interest rate in the banking industry is currently at 20%. The policy bank has announced that this interest rate adjustment will be applicable to lease finance and project finance loan services.
During yesterday's press briefing, Yohannes Ayaleu, President of DBE, stated that the primary intention behind reducing the loan interest rate is to encourage investment in the agricultural sector, particularly among investors, farmers, and herdsmen.
Paris Club commends #Ethiopia's debt service suspension agreement
The #Paris_Club has commended the agreements between Ethiopian authorities and its official bilateral creditors for the suspension of debt service from 2023 to 2024. This agreement, coordinated through the official creditor committee of Ethiopia under the Common Framework, will provide time-limited liquidity relief ahead of discussions on a wider debt treatment.
The Paris Club strongly welcomes this achievement and acknowledges all parties' collaborative efforts. This debt standstill will be taken into account under the principles of Comparability of Treatment in the context of a wider debt treatment.
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The #Paris_Club has commended the agreements between Ethiopian authorities and its official bilateral creditors for the suspension of debt service from 2023 to 2024. This agreement, coordinated through the official creditor committee of Ethiopia under the Common Framework, will provide time-limited liquidity relief ahead of discussions on a wider debt treatment.
The Paris Club strongly welcomes this achievement and acknowledges all parties' collaborative efforts. This debt standstill will be taken into account under the principles of Comparability of Treatment in the context of a wider debt treatment.
Read more at: https://twitter.com/addisstandard/status/1730496937479025068
Horn of #Africa floods displace more than two million
Over two million people in the Horn of Africa have been displaced by heavy rains and floods, with nearly 300 lives lost in #Ethiopia, #Somalia, and #Kenya. The region, recovering from a severe drought, now faces another climate disaster. The situation has been described as dire, burdening communities already struggling from the impact of prolonged drought.
Ethiopia has seen 57 fatalities and over 600,000 displaced, with a cholera outbreak in the #Somali region. In Kenya, 136 people have died, and over 460,000 have been displaced.
Somalia has declared a state of emergency, with over a million displaced and warnings of disease outbreaks. In response, the government has received 25,000 tonnes of grain from #Russia for urgent distribution. The UN has warned of a potential famine in Somalia and a worsening humanitarian crisis.
https://www.thejakartapost.com/world/2023/12/01/horn-of-africa-floods-displace-more-than-two-million.html
Over two million people in the Horn of Africa have been displaced by heavy rains and floods, with nearly 300 lives lost in #Ethiopia, #Somalia, and #Kenya. The region, recovering from a severe drought, now faces another climate disaster. The situation has been described as dire, burdening communities already struggling from the impact of prolonged drought.
Ethiopia has seen 57 fatalities and over 600,000 displaced, with a cholera outbreak in the #Somali region. In Kenya, 136 people have died, and over 460,000 have been displaced.
Somalia has declared a state of emergency, with over a million displaced and warnings of disease outbreaks. In response, the government has received 25,000 tonnes of grain from #Russia for urgent distribution. The UN has warned of a potential famine in Somalia and a worsening humanitarian crisis.
https://www.thejakartapost.com/world/2023/12/01/horn-of-africa-floods-displace-more-than-two-million.html
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Horn of Africa floods displace more than two million
The heavy rainfall, linked to the El Niño weather pattern, has struck just as the region is emerging from the worst drought in 40 years that drove millions into hunger.
#Ethiopia: 45 believers killed in two separate attacks in Arsi and Kellem Wollega zones, #Oromia region
Forty Five people were killed in two separate violent attacks in the Oromia region last week. In #Shirka district of #Arsi zone, 36 people, including children and elderly women, were killed by unidentified armed men targeting Orthodox Christians. The Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) has been accused of the attacks, but they deny involvement. In #Gidami district of #Kellem_Wollega zone, nine people were killed while partaking in an overnight prayer at a church.
The perpetrators have not been identified, and unverified pictures of the deceased have been shared on social media. The collapse of talks between OLA and the Ethiopian government has led to escalating hostilities, with civilians often caught in the crossfire.
This comes after reports of civilians being killed in fighting between government forces and the armed group in #Sulula#Fincha district and in a government drone strike in #Chawaka district. The situation remains tense, and the government and OLA continue to trade accusations.
https://addisstandard.com/news-45-believers-killed-in-two-separate-attacks-in-arsi-and-kellem-wollega-zones-oromia-region/
Forty Five people were killed in two separate violent attacks in the Oromia region last week. In #Shirka district of #Arsi zone, 36 people, including children and elderly women, were killed by unidentified armed men targeting Orthodox Christians. The Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) has been accused of the attacks, but they deny involvement. In #Gidami district of #Kellem_Wollega zone, nine people were killed while partaking in an overnight prayer at a church.
The perpetrators have not been identified, and unverified pictures of the deceased have been shared on social media. The collapse of talks between OLA and the Ethiopian government has led to escalating hostilities, with civilians often caught in the crossfire.
This comes after reports of civilians being killed in fighting between government forces and the armed group in #Sulula#Fincha district and in a government drone strike in #Chawaka district. The situation remains tense, and the government and OLA continue to trade accusations.
https://addisstandard.com/news-45-believers-killed-in-two-separate-attacks-in-arsi-and-kellem-wollega-zones-oromia-region/
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#Ethiopia: Grief knocks on every door in rural west #Oromia as malaria continues to claim lives
A devastating malaria outbreak in Western Oromia, particularly in the #West_Wollega and #Kellem_Wollega zones, has had a severe impact on the local population. Due to ongoing conflict, drought, and a lack of access to healthcare and essential medication, many families have suffered tragic losses. This includes Tolasa, who lost his 14-year-old son and nephew to the disease, while Tamane mourns the loss of his pregnant wife.
The #UN Office for Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs reported 774,519 malaria cases with 180 deaths in the Oromia region, with over 70% of cases reported from Western Oromia. However, medical professionals on the ground believe that the actual severity of the issue is much higher than reported. Immediate action is required to prevent further loss of life in the affected communities.
A medical doctor on the ground warns of a significant gap between reported and actual cases, calling for immediate action to prevent further loss of life. The combination of conflict, drought, and the malaria outbreak has created a humanitarian catastrophe, and families like Tolasa's and Tamane's are in desperate need of assistance.
https://addisstandard.com/feature-grief-knocks-on-every-door-in-rural-west-oromia-as-malaria-continues-to-claim-lives/
A devastating malaria outbreak in Western Oromia, particularly in the #West_Wollega and #Kellem_Wollega zones, has had a severe impact on the local population. Due to ongoing conflict, drought, and a lack of access to healthcare and essential medication, many families have suffered tragic losses. This includes Tolasa, who lost his 14-year-old son and nephew to the disease, while Tamane mourns the loss of his pregnant wife.
The #UN Office for Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs reported 774,519 malaria cases with 180 deaths in the Oromia region, with over 70% of cases reported from Western Oromia. However, medical professionals on the ground believe that the actual severity of the issue is much higher than reported. Immediate action is required to prevent further loss of life in the affected communities.
A medical doctor on the ground warns of a significant gap between reported and actual cases, calling for immediate action to prevent further loss of life. The combination of conflict, drought, and the malaria outbreak has created a humanitarian catastrophe, and families like Tolasa's and Tamane's are in desperate need of assistance.
https://addisstandard.com/feature-grief-knocks-on-every-door-in-rural-west-oromia-as-malaria-continues-to-claim-lives/
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Health workers sprayed anti-malaria chemicals in Begi district, West Wollega zone in September 2023 (Photo: Begi Communication Office/Facebook) By Abdi Biyenssa @ABiyenssa Addis Abeba – In a remote rural village in Kondala district of West Wollega zone, Oromia…
#Ethiopia: In historic show of unity, Ethiopian churches commit to establishing national council
With a historic show of unity, Ethiopian churches meeting at the Ecumenical Institute at #Bossey made the decision to establish a council of churches in their country.
The World Council of Churches (WCC) served as a convener and facilitator of the process. The meeting was supported by the German Federal Foreign Office.
The Ethiopian church leaders shared extensively about the dire humanitarian situation in their nation. Currently around 20 million people require food aid, many millions are internally displaced, various parts of the country face severe droughts or floods, and recent malaria outbreaks have worsened the situation. A desire for ecumenical collaboration in advocacy for human rights was also expressed. https://www.oikoumene.org/news/in-historic-show-of-unity-ethiopian-churches-commit-to-establishing-national-council
With a historic show of unity, Ethiopian churches meeting at the Ecumenical Institute at #Bossey made the decision to establish a council of churches in their country.
The World Council of Churches (WCC) served as a convener and facilitator of the process. The meeting was supported by the German Federal Foreign Office.
The Ethiopian church leaders shared extensively about the dire humanitarian situation in their nation. Currently around 20 million people require food aid, many millions are internally displaced, various parts of the country face severe droughts or floods, and recent malaria outbreaks have worsened the situation. A desire for ecumenical collaboration in advocacy for human rights was also expressed. https://www.oikoumene.org/news/in-historic-show-of-unity-ethiopian-churches-commit-to-establishing-national-council
#Ethiopia: Rights groups criticize draft directive limiting maternity leave for female students
A coalition of 10 rights groups, including the Ethiopian Women Lawyers Association (#EWLA), have condemned a recent Ministry of Education draft policy restricting maternity leave for female primary and secondary students to 15 days before suspension.
The coalition asserts the clause severely violates women's right to equality in spheres like education. They believe the draft goes against Ethiopia's constitution and laws protecting women's health and freedom from discrimination during pregnancy and childbirth.
Representatives of human rights organizations emphasized that the constitution explicitly states that individuals requiring special treatment should be given actions suitable for their circumstances. The groups highlight that denying adequate leave places an unfair burden on women trying to balance education and motherhood.
To address the issue, the coalition called upon the Ministry of Education to engage in consultation with civil society and reconsider the contentious aspects of the draft directive. They also urged other government bodies to advocate for the issue.
https://addisstandard.com/news-rights-groups-criticize-draft-directive-limiting-maternity-leave-for-female-students/
A coalition of 10 rights groups, including the Ethiopian Women Lawyers Association (#EWLA), have condemned a recent Ministry of Education draft policy restricting maternity leave for female primary and secondary students to 15 days before suspension.
The coalition asserts the clause severely violates women's right to equality in spheres like education. They believe the draft goes against Ethiopia's constitution and laws protecting women's health and freedom from discrimination during pregnancy and childbirth.
Representatives of human rights organizations emphasized that the constitution explicitly states that individuals requiring special treatment should be given actions suitable for their circumstances. The groups highlight that denying adequate leave places an unfair burden on women trying to balance education and motherhood.
To address the issue, the coalition called upon the Ministry of Education to engage in consultation with civil society and reconsider the contentious aspects of the draft directive. They also urged other government bodies to advocate for the issue.
https://addisstandard.com/news-rights-groups-criticize-draft-directive-limiting-maternity-leave-for-female-students/
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#Ethiopia: National Dialogue Commission secures $13.3 million from development partners
The National Dialogue Commission has announced that it has secured $13.3 million from development partners, out of the expected $35 million. This funding is in addition to the budget allocated by the government to support the ongoing dialogue process.
The commission revealed this update during the fourth round table discussion, held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, which brought together representatives from the Ministry of Finance, the United Nations Coordination Office in Ethiopia, as well as ambassadors and embassy representatives.
The round table served as a platform to inform the partners of the commission's continuous efforts. Through the #UNDP-managed basket fund, the commission has been receiving support from various development partners.
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The National Dialogue Commission has announced that it has secured $13.3 million from development partners, out of the expected $35 million. This funding is in addition to the budget allocated by the government to support the ongoing dialogue process.
The commission revealed this update during the fourth round table discussion, held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, which brought together representatives from the Ministry of Finance, the United Nations Coordination Office in Ethiopia, as well as ambassadors and embassy representatives.
The round table served as a platform to inform the partners of the commission's continuous efforts. Through the #UNDP-managed basket fund, the commission has been receiving support from various development partners.
Read more at: https://twitter.com/addisstandard/status/1730838186748686716
#Ethiopia debt service pause contingent on #IMF deal by end-March -Paris Club
Ethiopia could lose its recent agreement to suspend debt payments until 2025 if it doesn't secure an IMF loan by 31 March, 2024. The debt standstill for 2023 and 2024 will save Ethiopia $1.5 billion and applies to loans agreed before 10 November. The Paris Club, a group of developed creditor nations, says suspended payments will be repaid from 2027 to 2029.
Ethiopia's economy is under pressure from double-digit inflation and foreign currency shortages. The government requested a debt rework in early 2021, but progress was initially delayed by a civil war.
https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/ethiopia-debt-service-pause-contingent-imf-deal-by-march-31-2024-paris-club-2023-12-01/
Ethiopia could lose its recent agreement to suspend debt payments until 2025 if it doesn't secure an IMF loan by 31 March, 2024. The debt standstill for 2023 and 2024 will save Ethiopia $1.5 billion and applies to loans agreed before 10 November. The Paris Club, a group of developed creditor nations, says suspended payments will be repaid from 2027 to 2029.
Ethiopia's economy is under pressure from double-digit inflation and foreign currency shortages. The government requested a debt rework in early 2021, but progress was initially delayed by a civil war.
https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/ethiopia-debt-service-pause-contingent-imf-deal-by-march-31-2024-paris-club-2023-12-01/
#Ethiopia: Actions being taken against Oromo Liberation Army, says #Oromia regional government
The regional government of Oromia said it has “intensified efforts to combat” the Oromo Liberation Army (#OLA), citing its persistence “in terrorist activities and refusal to explore peaceful alternatives”.
The regional government maintains that they “remain open to peaceful negotiations” if the armed group refrains from “engaging in further acts of terrorism.”
According to state media, Hailu Adugna, head of the Oromia regional government communications office, accused the OLA of “disregarding” the open political environment and resorting to armed struggle, resulting in significant harm to human life and property over the years.
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The regional government of Oromia said it has “intensified efforts to combat” the Oromo Liberation Army (#OLA), citing its persistence “in terrorist activities and refusal to explore peaceful alternatives”.
The regional government maintains that they “remain open to peaceful negotiations” if the armed group refrains from “engaging in further acts of terrorism.”
According to state media, Hailu Adugna, head of the Oromia regional government communications office, accused the OLA of “disregarding” the open political environment and resorting to armed struggle, resulting in significant harm to human life and property over the years.
Read more at: https://x.com/addisstandard/status/1730867441524175044?s=46&t=ofAzVW8-64dDK-xsjodCGA
#Ethiopia: Rights group demands the immediate release of individuals of #Tigray origin allegedly detained unlawfully in the #Amhara region
Human Rights First Ethiopia is urging authorities in Ethiopia to release individuals of ethnic Tigray origin who are being held unlawfully in the Amhara region. According to the organization, over 110 individuals have been taken from western Tigray and surrounding areas of Gondar city in connection with the Tigray war, with most remaining in custody without formal charges.
The group said the detainees face charges related to the conflict in Tigray, such as conducting espionage activities on behalf of the TPLF. Human Rights First Ethiopia is calling for the dropping of charges and the release of those in custody, specifically individuals who are being detained without trial or formal accusations.
It is also advocating for the pardon and release of individuals who have been convicted in related cases but are still incarcerated under exceptional circumstances.
https://addisstandard.com/news-rights-group-demands-the-immediate-release-of-individuals-of-tigray-origin-allegedly-detained-unlawfully-in-the-amhara-region/
Human Rights First Ethiopia is urging authorities in Ethiopia to release individuals of ethnic Tigray origin who are being held unlawfully in the Amhara region. According to the organization, over 110 individuals have been taken from western Tigray and surrounding areas of Gondar city in connection with the Tigray war, with most remaining in custody without formal charges.
The group said the detainees face charges related to the conflict in Tigray, such as conducting espionage activities on behalf of the TPLF. Human Rights First Ethiopia is calling for the dropping of charges and the release of those in custody, specifically individuals who are being detained without trial or formal accusations.
It is also advocating for the pardon and release of individuals who have been convicted in related cases but are still incarcerated under exceptional circumstances.
https://addisstandard.com/news-rights-group-demands-the-immediate-release-of-individuals-of-tigray-origin-allegedly-detained-unlawfully-in-the-amhara-region/
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