Oromia regional State
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Joint task force announces arrest of 50 suspects “plotting violence, terror” targeting Addis Abeba
The suspects were found in possession of various weapons, currency notes from different countries, bank books, and other documents (Photo:…
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The plight of Oromo youths dying for Ethiopia and being killed in its name: Can Oromo elites silence the guns and end the ordeal?
Fighters of the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) in ENDF uniforms (Photo: Arraata Biyyoolessa Oromiyaa) By Bereket Diriba @BekDiriba Addis Abeba…
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Five Wonji Sugar Factory workers found dead after two-week hostage ordeal
On 15 March, 2024, the remains of five workers from Wonji Sugar Factory, who endured a harrowing two-week hostage ordeal,…
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Conflict Brews: Coffee growers in Western Oromia battle for beans amidst militarized conflict, instability
The conflict between government forces and armed groups in Western Oromia is having a detrimental impact on the livelihoods of…
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IDPs in Western Oromia face challenges as authorities expedite return programs amid absence of essential infrastructure
Humanitarian personnel providing assistance to internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the Horro Guduru Wollega Zone in January 2023 (Photo: Oromia…
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Threats on wheels: Ethiopia’s transportation sector faces escalating attacks by armed groups, gov’t forces
According to the Ethiopian Heavy Truck Drivers Association, over 53 drivers have fallen victim to attacks by armed groups in…
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News: Violent attack in North Shewa’s Dara district claims nine lives, displaces residents
Nine lives were lost, and multiple homes were incinerated in Dara district, situated within the North Shewa Zone of the…
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News: Court rules release of OLF officer Bate Urgessa on bail
Bate Urgessa, political officer of the Oromo Liberation Army (OLF) (Photo:Prime Media/Screenshot) Addis Abeba – The Addis Abeba City First…
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News: OLF calls for independent investigation into recent killing of EOTC priests
Zequala Monastery, which is located in the East Shewa Zone of the Oromia region (Photo: Social Media) Addis Abeba – The Oromo…
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