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UN Observers Not Needed, Says Ethiopian Govt

The UN is entitled to its opinion but the government is responsible for the safety of its own people, a spokesperson has said.

Ethiopia: Govt Says UN Observers Not Needed As Protests Rage

Al Jazeera, 11 August 2016

Ethopia has dismissed a plea from the United Nations that it allow international observers to investigate the killing of protesters by security forces during a recent bout of… Read more »

At least six people have been reported killed over two days of protests in Ethiopia while dozens were arrested in the capital, Addis Ababa.

Ethiopia: Battle for Land Reforms Could Lead to Civil War - Opposition Leader

Thomson Reuters Foundation, 11 August 2016

This story is part of Our new website shining a light on land and property rights around the world Read more »
Ethiopia: Speedy Deployment Needed to investigate Killings - UN

RFI, 11 August 2016

The UN human rights office is awaiting the response of the Ethiopian government on the deployment of international observers to regions where residents and opposition officials say… Read more »
Ethiopia: What Is Fueling Ethiopia's Protests?

VOA, 11 August 2016

The deadly protests that rocked Ethiopia in the past week stem from a diverse host of regional grievances but they reflect a shared sense of marginalization that may be bringing… Read more »
Ethiopia: UN Calls for Probe Into Ethiopia Protesters Killings

Al Jazeera, 10 August 2016

The UN human rights chief has urged Ethiopia to allow international observers to investigate the killings of 90 protesters in restive regions at the weekend. Read more »

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