IDPs recently returned from Amhara to Oromia region opt to turn back, while others choose to stay despite turmoil
- Ref
- OHRM-2024-0135
- Date of incident
- Zone
- East Wollega
When authorities announced last year the potential repatriation of individuals displaced from the Oromia region who had sought refuge in Amhara in recent years, lingering skepticism persisted within the displaced community regarding relocation to areas still contending with instability. Expressing their apprehensions, the displaced population underscored their initial decision to flee the Oromia region, forsaking their possessions and residences to escape the ongoing strife.
Source: Addis Standard, "IDPs recently returned from Amhara to Oromia region opt to turn back, while others choose to stay despite turmoil", published 2024-03-21. https://addisstandard.com/idps-recently-returned-from-amhara-to-oromia-region-opt-to-turn-back-while-others-choose-to-stay-despite-turmoil/