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africa4 days ago•4 min saved

Ethnic map and conflict fronts define Ethiopia’s election landscape

An Al Jazeera explainer uses a map to show Ethiopia’s 80+ ethnic groups and the conflict fronts ahead of the June 1 nationwide elections. The Oromo (about 35%), Amhara (about 24%), Somali (7%), Tigrayan (6%), and Sidama (4%) are the largest groups shaping a federation organized into 12 regions around ethnicity. Since 2020, violence has persisted in Tigray, Oromia and Amhara, with ACLED recording about 7,400 attacks from 2022-2026 and Amhara the most volatile. Despite peace deals, reconstruction needs and inflation weigh on growth while NEBE prepares to announce results in June.

via Al Jazeera|

#africa #amhara #ethiopia

human-rights2 years ago•2 min saved

Human Rights Crisis in Ethiopia: OHCHR Report Reveals Deteriorating Situation

The United Nations Human Rights Office has expressed concern over the deteriorating human rights situation in Ethiopia, particularly in the Amhara region. The state of emergency declared in August has led to mass arrests, with over 1,000 people detained, many of whom are young Amhara ethnic origin suspected of supporting the Fano militia. Reports indicate that detainees are being held in improvised detention centers lacking basic amenities. The UN calls on authorities to stop mass arrests, ensure judicial review of detentions, and grant access to oversight bodies. Allegations of ethnic Tigrayans being detained in Western Tigray and human rights violations in Oromia are also of concern. The UN urges prompt investigations and accountability for all human rights violations and abuses in Ethiopia.

via OHCHR|

#amhara #ethiopia #human-rights