Conflict in #Oromia region displaces 1.3 million, causes devastating impact on communities
According to the Center for Development and Capacity Building (CDCB), the ongoing instability in the Oromia region has resulted in the displacement of approximately 1.3 million people. In a recent report released by the organization, it was revealed that the violence has not only led to displacement and loss of life but also caused significant destruction of property, disrupted development works, and eroded the communal fabric of the region. The #CDCB report highlights that out of the 1.3 million displaced citizens in the #Oromia region, 374,400 individuals (29%) are currently residing in shelters, while the remaining 71% are scattered throughout the community. The report further emphasizes that a staggering 859,000 people (66%) have been displaced from just two zones: #East_Wollega and #West_Wollega. The consequences of this conflict extend beyond displacement. The report reveals that 739 schools in the region have been forced to cease operations, impacting more than 210,000 children who have been unable to attend school due to their displacement. Furthermore, the conflict has resulted in the loss of employment for 1,117 teachers and education professionals. Moreover, the report highlights the devastating impact on healthcare facilities, with 208 of them being completely destroyed and an additional 788 partially damaged. Disturbingly, 10 ambulances have been stolen, 45 have been burnt, and 25 are currently out of service.
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