The representatives of the committee formed by volunteers to coordinate and support the thousands of people on the run visited a small village town, Meket, about 220 km from Bahir Dar. Here, the government has set up a settlement centre for IDPs to relieve the pressure on Bahir Dar. Only those younger than 15 and older than 45 are allowed to stay here. The others are expected to either join the army for training or return to their homes in Lalibela. Read more

Social distancing

Innovative skills keeps Slum Children in School despite the COVID Pandemic. Read more

The TPLF rebel group has been advancing through parts of the South Wollo (some parts of Dessie and Kombolcha). They are now active in these areas. There is a great deal of mobilization of a number of the regional army and local militia as well as a civilian volunteers from every corner of Amhara and Afar regions. Young people are voluntarily enlisting in the military to protect their regions. Read more

The background

Since 1994, Ethiopia has had a federal system in which different ethnic groups control the affairs of 10 regions. The Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) – was influential in setting up this system. Read more

Afya Mtaani is a collaborative initiative of young graduates and medical students from Mathare and Huruma. Read more

Introduction

The PBF/KICABA microcredit program is one of the success stories of the people of Kitui. It has changed many life situations, “rooted” many households, fed less fortunate families, and turned many local groups into entrepreneurs. Read more

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