Why is Ethiopia in a state of emergency?
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Why is Ethiopia in a state of emergency?
The Council of Ministers declared the State of Emergency 5/14 in relation to armed conflict incolving the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) in relation to the Tigray War and the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) in relation to the Oromo conflict.
Who is the president of Amhara Region?
Amhara Region
| Amhara Region አማራ ክልል | |
|---|---|
| Country | Ethiopia |
| Capital | Bahir Dar |
| Government | |
| • President of the Executive Committee | Yilikal Kefale |
How many Amhara are there in 2020 in Ethiopia?
Population: 108,113,150 (July 2020 est.) Ethnic groups: Oromo 34.4\%, Amhara (Amara) 27\%, Somali (Somalie) 6.2\%, Tigray (Tigrinya) 6.1\%, Sidama 4\%, Gurage 2.5\%, Welaita 2.3\%, Hadiya 1.7\%, Afar (Affar) 1.7\%, Gamo 1.5\%, Gedeo 1.3\%, Silte 1.3\%, Kefficho 1.2\%, other 8.8\% (2007 est.)
Is Tigray a country?
Tigray is also known as Region 1 according to the federal constitution. Its capital and largest city is Mekelle….Tigray Region.
| Tigray Region ክልል ትግራይ | |
|---|---|
| Country | Ethiopia |
| Capital | Mekelle |
| Government | |
| • Chief Executive | Disputed between Debretsion Gebremichael and Abraham Belay |
When did the Amhara people come to Ethiopia?
The earliest extants of the Amhara as a people, dates to the early 12th century in the middle of the Zagwe Dynasty, when the Amhara were recorded of being in conflict in the ”land of Wargih” against the Wärjih in 1128 AD.
How many Amhara live in Addis?
2,739,551 inhabitants
According to the 2007 census, the city’s population is estimated at 2,739,551 inhabitants. A highly developed and important cultural, artistic and financial centre, Addis Ababa is a chartered city….Addis Ababa.
| Addis Ababa አዲስ አበባ (Amharic) Finfinne (Oromo) | |
|---|---|
| Country | Ethiopia |
| Chartered | 1886 |
| Founded by | Menelik II |
| Government |
Where is the origin of Amhara?
Ethiopia
The traditional homeland of the Amhara people is the central highland plateau of Ethiopia. For over 2,000 years they have inhabited this region. Walled by high mountains and cleaved by great gorges, the ancient realm of Abyssinia has been relatively isolated from the influences of the rest of the world.
Where is Tigray found?
Tigray is bordered by Eritrea to the north, Sudan to the west, the Amhara Region to the south and the Afar Region to the east and southeast….Tigray Region.
| Tigray Region ክልል ትግራይ | |
|---|---|
| • Official language | Tigrinya |
| • Other languages | Saho, Kunama, Xamtanga (Agaw), Amharic, Oromo |
| • Demonym | Tigrayan |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EAT) |
Why did Ethiopia declare state of emergency in Southern Amhara Region?
Ethiopia has declared a state of emergency in the southern part of Amhara regional state amid violence in various towns. In a statement on Sunday, the Ministry of Defense said the last three days saw deadly armed violence in the town of Ataye and several other areas in Oromia special zones.
What is the current situation in Ethiopia?
Millions have been displaced, thousands wounded and hundreds of children orphaned. The current conflict in northern Ethiopia is worsening the situation specifically after TPLF declared an all out war on Amhara.
What is behind the Amhara-Oromo conflict?
The violence in Amhara has led to sniping between the Oromo and Amhara wings of Abiy’s Prosperity Party, which have publicly accused each other of responsibility. Abiy came to power in 2018 after several years of anti-government protests staged by Amhara and Oromo youth.
What is happening in Ethiopia’s war-hit Tigray Region?
The move underscores persistent insecurity extending beyond Ethiopia’s war-hit Tigray region ahead of national elections planned for June. Ethiopia’s chief ombudsman, Endale Haile, told AFP news agency earlier this month that the violence in Amhara had killed more than 300 people over several days in March.