Karrayyu pastoralists endure three-month drought in Oromia’s Fentale district, livestock deaths and displacement reported

Residents of Fentale district in the East Shewa zone of the Oromia region report that the Karrayyu pastoralist community has been struggling with a severe drought for over three months, forcing many to leave their homes in search of water and pasture. They say there has been no government intervention to assist them. According to residents who spoke to Addis Standard, the drought has affected eight kebeles, including Haro Qarsa, Dhebiti, Ilala, Qarari, Xuxuxi, Dhaga Hedu, Qobo, and Banti.

Source: Addis Standard, "Karrayyu pastoralists endure three-month drought in Oromia’s Fentale district, livestock deaths and displacement reported", published 2025-03-04. https://addisstandard.com/karrayyu-pastoralists-endure-three-month-drought-in-oromias-fentale-district-livestock-deaths-and-displacement-reported/