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Honoring
@meazaG_
an IR researcher, community organizer, and human rights advocate.
Before the war Meaza co-founded Yikono, a grassroots movement aimed at creating a society that treats men and women equally.
After the war started, she helped establish
@OmnaTigray
,
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On this special month dedicated to honoring women, we at
@WegahtaFacts
celebrates Tseday Mekbib (
@Tseday
) a true champion of courage, humanity and determination.
A remarkable soul❤️
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Deeply saddened by the loss of Elleni Zeleke, a brilliant intellectual who inspired many with her amazing work and a person of a beautiful soul, committed to truth and justice. May she rest in eternal peace. 🕊️
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Happy father’s day to the most hardworking and loving father’s of Tigray.
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On today's protest forcefully displaced residents of Western, Southern & parts of Eastern
#Tigray
thanked the good people of Sudan for extending their support when we needed it the most and wished for peace to prevail in
#Sudan
.
#KeepEyesOnSudan
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Another exceptional woman we honor today is
@Melhabtu
an IR graduate, a devoted HR advocate and an activist in the advocacy team of the
@tigrayyouthntwk
.
She also serves as member of advisory board and head of public relations & many more.
Thank you for all your hard work❤️💛
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#Tigray
: The repatriation of internally displaced persons from Northwestern Tigray, who had been residing in Shire Endaselassie, began today.
In this first phase, IDPs from Tselemti Woreda, Tabya May-Ayni, Wuhdet, Medhanialem, and May-Anbesa—have returned to their homes.
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#Tigray
: Massive Protests was held by Internally Displaced People Across Tigray Region.
IDPs from Western, Southern, and parts of Southwestern Tigray, including Irob, Zelambesa, and sections of Gulomekeda, united in a widespread protest across Adigrat, Shire, and Mekelle.
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While honoring strong and inspiring Women's out there, we celebrate
@Hawzien
, a fierce advocate.
and co-founder of
@Tigrayact
– a nonprofit established in response to the Ethiopian government’s persecution of Tigrayans.
Thank you for your courageous work. Salute to you! ❤️💛
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Team Wegahta wishes a Happy Easter to all Tigrayans and friends of Tigray.
እንዃዕ ንበዓል ፋሲካ ብሰላም ኣብፀሐኩም! ርሑስ በዓል!
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Honoring Millete Birhanemaskel
@GualJeganu
, a human rights advocate, entrepreneur, founder of Denver's beloved Whittier Cafe, and an inspiring renaissance woman.
A true leader, she is an inspiration and role model for many. Grateful for all your hard work waero❤️💛
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Another incredible Women we want to honor today is
@Betty_Desalegn
. A well educated human rights advocate, community & youth leader, campaign organizer & many more.
Betty have been actively involved in raising awareness & mobilising efforts to address the crisis in Tigray.
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In celebration of
#International_Womens_Day
, we shine a spotlight on another remarkable women,
@CassidySeyoum
, a dedicated force in our community.
Her unwavering commitment is evident through her tireless efforts in organizations such as Omna Tigray,
@IrobAnina
, &
@HPN4Tigray
.
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Tigrayans in Europe rally with powerful demands 📢
“Criminals must be held accountable, not granted power.”
“A criminal is a criminal, regardless of origin.”
“Those involved in diverting aid must be brought to justice.”
“Justice for Tigray.”
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Happy Birthday,
@FAmdeslasie
, a medical hero who has been serving the people of Tigray under very challenging circumstances with compassion & unwavering commitment.
We honor your selflessness & bravery. Cheers 🥂 for another year filled with the joy and peace you truly deserve.
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Another woman we want to honor is
@melmoh25
, founder of
@AhwatnaRelief
, a non-profit dedicated to providing medical aid, financial & food assistance, & other necessities to the displaced people of Tigray, with a specific focus on women who have survived GBV as a
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Another Person we want to honor is Hilina Taddese. A very passionate, and incredible leader & advocate.
Through her work with
@HPN4Tigray
,
@TranslateET
& as an individual advocate,
@HilenaNow
is an invaluable force for good for Tigray.
Salute to you❤️💛
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#Tigray
: Ethiopia's Deputy Prime Minister says his government is ready for a “law enforcement operation against Tigray.”
The newly appointed Deputy Prime Minister, Temesgen Tiruneh, made a threatening remarks against Tigray during a media briefing after his visit in Kombolcha.
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#Tigray
: Seventeen Tigrayans extrajudicially executed by the Amhara forces in Adi-Remets.
On Sept. 16, 2023 the Amhara forces removed 17
#Tigrayans
from the overcrowded detention center in Adi-Remets and took them to a place called Kisad Debesa where they brutally executed them.
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Eastern Zone Security head Mr Kidu confirmed that
@_AfricanUnion
's verification and monitoring team was denied entry to
#Zalambesa
and
#Dohan
by the invading
#Eritrea
'n army.
ሎሚ (03 ጉንበት) ናይ ሕብረት ኣፍሪካ Monitering & Verification ጉጅለ፡ ናብ ዛላንበሳን ዶሃንን ካብ ምእታው ብሰራዊት ሻዕብያ ተኸልኪሎም ከምዝተመለሱ፡ ካብቲ ከባቢ ሓበሬታ ረኺበ። ኣብዞም ከባቢታት፡ ናይ ሰብኣዊ ሓገዝ ሰራሕተኛታት 'ዉን፡ ብተደጋጋሚ
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#Tigray
: In a leaked phone conversation, General Belay Seyum of the ENDF told a young man to create unrest in Alamata.
The leaked phone conversation, obtained by Ontime Media, a YouTube-based media outlet, reveals a discussion between General Belay and a young man from Alamata.
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A video circulating online shows a group of passengers
@flyethiopian
refusing to leave the airport after waiting more than 10 hours for a flight to Mekelle, Tigray.
The passengers, who had arrived at the airport at 5:00 AM local time, were left stranded
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#Tigray
: Today in the town of Mekoni, Tigrayans who are displaced from their homes in Southern Tigray, staged a peaceful protest demanding a prompt return to their homes & a full implementation of the COHA agreement.
Protesters, expressed their demands by chanting & displaying
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As we celebrate inspiring women making positive changes in our community, we honor Mehret Equbay
@MehretOkubay
, a Freelance Journalist, Women's Rights Activist, Lawyer, and more.
Your remarkable contributions to Tigray are truly appreciated. ❤️💛
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#Tigray
: Thousands of IDPs, who were forcefully displaced from their homes in Zata, Ofla, and Korem due to the annexation of their land by Amhara forces, staged a massive protest in Maychew to peacefully demonstrate for their right to return home.
Holding signs with slogans
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#Tigray
: Police have reported that Mahlet Tekhlai, a 16-year-old girl kidnapped from Adi Mahlekha in the city of Adwa on March 18, 2024, has been found dead in Enda Raesi, Adwa.
After Mahlet was kidnapped the kidnappers demanded
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#Tigray
: Secondary school students in the town of Alamata, Southern Tigray return to classes.
Secondary school students in Alamata, Southern Tigray resumed their regular classes today after a three-month closure.
Following the dismantling of the illegal Amhara administration
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The palace of the Queen of Sheba in Axum, Tigray. One of the many historic sites to visit in
#Tigray
.
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In this
#InternationalWomensMonth
, we honor the remarkable Nigist Goytom (
@nigigebi
), a mother of three, architect, and founder of
@HahuScripts
, a gamified and interactive app meticulously crafted to teach Tigrigna and Amharic alphabets.
Kudos to her inspiring work!
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#Tigray
: More than 15,000 IDPs Return to Alamata, Southern Tigray.
Over 15,000 IDPs have begun returning to their homes in Alamata, Southern Tigray. These IDPs had been residing in the town of Mehoni.
The town of Mehoni has been hosting 15,004 IDPs from Alamata.
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Celebrating another outstanding woman in our community,
@kokobGebruk
, a dedicated clinician, mental health researcher, and HR advocate.
Kokeb's impactful work focuses on addressing GBV in post-war Tigray, showing her commitment to healing and empowering survivors.
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Celebrating the remarkable Maebel Gebremedhin
@LEBEAM
, co-founder, and president of
@Tigrayact
&
@UWHorn1
.
A passionate advocate for women and children's rights. Her dedication and advocacy makes her an inspiring force for positive change in our community.
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#Tigray
: President of the TIRA
@reda_getachew
told BBC that an agreement had been reached with the federal government to dismantle the illegal administrations established by the Amhara gov’t in the constitutionally recognized territories of Tigray.
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Another outstanding Tigrayan making a profound impact is
@RewinaHagerna
, Vice President at Haben Tigray, a nonprofit association established to support the people of Tigray affected by the war that started in November 2020.
Rewina with her colleagues
@_HabenTigray
have been
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#Tigray
: During the
#WarOnTigray
, schools were one of the primary targets. Once a vibrant center of pursuing education now reduced to ruins.
The deliberate targeting of education in Tigray has robbed children of their right to education & a hopeful future.
📍Zelambesa, Tigray
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#Tigray
: President
@reda_getachew
urges referendum preconditions and stressed full implementation of Pretoria Agreement in meeting with US ambassador.
In a meeting with the US Ambassador to Ethiopia, Tigray’s IRA President Getachew strongly disapproved the plan to hold a
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Eternal glory to our selfless martyrs❤️💛
We will never let your sacrifices be to vain!
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#Tigray
: “Stop the violence against Women in Tigray” Protesters demanded at today’s protest.
A peaceful demonstration organized by young women took place today, demanding justice for the women & girls of Tigray.
Protesters gathered to voice their concerns & call for immediate
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May her beautiful soul rest in eternal peace and may justice be served 💔
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#Tigray
: U.S. expresses concern over Eritrean troops in Ethiopia at AU meeting
At the AU's second strategic reflection on the implementation of COHA, U.S. SEHOA,
@MikeHammerUSA
raised concerns regarding the ongoing presence of Eritrean troops within Ethiopian borders.
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#Breaking
: On August 18, 2023, more than 4,000 ethnic Tigrayans have been arbitrarily detained across Western Tigray.
On August 18, 2023 the Amhara authorities and security forces rounded up over four thousand innocent Tigrayans remaining in the occupied western Tigray and held
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#Tigray
: Tensions rising as Amhara Forces Launch assault on Tigray Militia in Raya Chercher District.
Yesterday, clashes erupted in Raya Chercher district as Amhara forces launched an assault on local militias in Chercher.
Residents said the assault, initiated yesterday
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#Tigray
: Tsilal Civic Society of Western Tigray Calls for Reevaluation of Ethiopian Human Rights Commission Report on Maykadra Massacre
In an official statement issued on the third anniversary of the Maykadra Massacre, Tsilal Civic Society of Western Tigray has issued a strong
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Celebrating the incredible
@EdenBFKN
on this year’s
#International_Womens_Day
.
Eden Kassa is another incredible Woman advocate for Tigray who deserves many flowers.
She has worked tirelessly in various organizations like Health professionals network for Tigray &
@LegacyTigray
.
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#Tigray
: Thousands of Tigrayans held a massive demonstrations demanding the return of IDPs and the withdrawal of foreign forces
Today thousands of Tigrayans held a massive demonstration in major cities across Tigray to demand the returning of IDPs to their home and the
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#Tigray
: President’s office issues statement following deadly landslide in Ethiopia’s Gofa zone.
The President’s Office of Tigray has issued a statement of condolences following a devastating landslide in the Gofa zone of southern Ethiopia that has claimed numerous lives.
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Another inspiring advocate for Tigray is
@SamruXoxo
. She has been vocal in peaceful protests throughout the US raising awareness of the Tigray genocide & extending support to Tigrayan refugees in Sudan. She is also the Organizing Director for BLM Seacoast.
We salute you❤️💛
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Today, we celebrate
@bseratg
, another inspiring woman making a difference. Bsrat works at Google, supporting the growth of apps & gaming businesses, and supports Black-led nonprofits.
In her advocacy for the people of Tigray, she works with
@OmnaTigray
in marketing & other
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#Tigray
: “This will be your last demonstration,” Getachew Reda tells IDPs demanding return to their homes
@reda_getachew
, President of Tigray’s interim administration, addressed IDPs during a demonstration today, assuring them that their demands for returning to their homes and
#Tigray
: Thousands of Tigrayans held a massive demonstrations demanding the return of IDPs and the withdrawal of foreign forces
Today thousands of Tigrayans held a massive demonstration in major cities across Tigray to demand the returning of IDPs to their home and the
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This week as we continue to honor women making a difference we celebrate
@ArtGeli
a passionated artist known for her colorful acrylic paintings and coffee art.
She reflects the stories of the people of Tigray in paintings and coffee art she makes.
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#Tigray
women and girls marked
#Ashenda2024
with purpose, celebrating their beautiful culture while standing for justice and women's rights.
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#Tigray
: The regime in
#Addis
have arrested Messeret Hadush (
@MeseretHadush
) & other renowned artists who where organizing a charity concert to raise fund for those affected by the devastating drought and famine in
#Tigray
. The regime claims that the planned event was illegal.
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“Approximately two million people are at the risk of starvation” said Tigray’s Interim administration.
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Honoring the outstanding
@atiryashak
and
@rowenakahsay
, two incredible souls working day and night for the well-being of Tigray.
Your commitment and hard work shines brightly, and we salute you with gratitude and admiration. 🙌🏽 ❤️💛
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On this special month dedicated to honor Women we celebrate the remarkable Dr.
@RTafere
, a doctor in Medicine that served as clinical, a health care quality improvement personnel and mobile trauma hospital coordinator.
Yet, when adversary cast its shadow on Tigray she emerged
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Justice for the victims of sexual and gender-based violence.
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#Tigray
: “We will never allow political differences to endanger Tigray’s peace and security” Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede
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This week, as we celebrate Tegaru making a significant impact in their community , we proudly honor
@AssefaSamrawit
, an incredibly inspiring woman who has been instrumental in bettering our community.
Samrawit serves as the Co-Director of Program Development at TdrFund, where
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#Tigray
: Protests held in hintsat district, Tigray, denouncing unfair Mining exploitation
Local youth demand Socioeconomic justice and fair treatment from mining companies
In Hintsat district which is found in North Western Tigray, a protest was held today as the locals
Youth from Hintsat, North Western Tigray, protest against the exploitation of Tigray's gold and minerals.
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Meet
@MahdiLiima
founder
@ArtTigray
and an inspiring artist that uses her talents to bring awareness about the genocidal war on Tigray.
A true inspiration❤️💛
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Celebrating
@BirhanG_
a distinguished lecturer at Mekelle University & co-author of the book "Meqanit," shedding light on gender-based violence (GBV) against Tigray women and girls.
Beyond academia, Birhan's commitment extends to over three years of voluntary
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#Tigray
: President Getachew Reda called all opposition leaders and other stakeholders in Tigray to discuss on how to establish an advisory council. The meeting is expected to take place on October 31.
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#Tigray
: Tigrayan civil societies urged action amid escalating gender based violence.
Tigrayan CSOs have raised alarm over the increasing cases of abductions, disappearances, sexual violence, and death of women and girls in the Tigray.
In an official letter, the CSOs called for
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@reda_getachew
your gov’t must take immediate action to control the influx of alcohol, Khat into
#Tigray
& address the growing problem of addiction to alcohol & Khat that is leading to various detrimental consequences on the
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#Tigray
: “I will not support the registration process, which contradicts the decisions made by the senior leadership of the party.” Getachew Reda
In his letter
@reda_getachew
to Debretsion Gebremichael and Teklebrhan Araya he said a faction within the TPLF is pushing for a
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#Tigray
: TPLF denounces Deutsche Welle Amharic report as False and Misleading
In response to a recent article by
@dw_amharic
, the Tigray People's Liberation Front has criticized the report, labeling it as false and misleading.
The article, published on May 21, 2024, suggested
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While we are celebrating our Women’s, we honor
@tesfayetra
, a talented artist telling the Tigrayan narrative through her talents in painting, animation, film, and design.
Through her incredible art, Gabrielle sheds light on the painful history of Tigray, focusing on
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#Tigray
: "We call on our people and elites, both within & outside of Tigray, to refrain from taking sides in the power struggle between the two factions.” says
@AlulaHailu4
He added “Instead, we should focus on solutions we previously mentioned, reinstating Tigray’s governance,
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Celebrating one of our own dedicated and remarkable health professional, Sister Kahsa Hagos on this
#InternationalWomensDay
.
In the wake of the War on Tigray in, Sister Kahsa Hagos worked as the coordinator for the Maternity & Child Care Unit at Adigrat Hospital.
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Operation Alula proved that our history is a testament of our strength and resilience to rise from the ashes, despite all odds we will thrive again and We will prevail. We done it time and again.
Glory to the almighty TDF❤️💛
11 ሰነ 2013 ሃም ሎምዓንቲ ቕድሚ 3 ዓመት TDF ኣያነቱ ለመስከረሉ ወፍሪ ኣሉላ ልተጀመረላ ዕለት እያ!
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As we celebrate
#WomenOfTigray
making positive impact we honor Snit Ataklti co-founder and coordinator
@Gorzo42
.
With her colleagues at Gorzo Snit have been working to empower women and fostering for a supportive and better environment for Women in our community
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#Tigray
: Have you come across information online about Tigray and you are unsure of its accuracy? Or did you come across a photo or video about Tigray that needs verification? Share it with us via email, & we'll
#Factcheck
it to help you determine the authenticity of the info.
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#Tigray
: Interim administration of Tigray mourns civilians killed in Raya Azebo.
On May 20, 2024, seven civilians herding cattle in the Raya Azebo Woreda, Tabya Hawelt were brutally killed.
Following this tragic incident, the Tigray Interim Administration issued a statement
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Tigrayan IDPs are not only victims of brutal ethnic cleansing but also victims of broken promises by the international community, Fed gov’t, and
@reda_getachew
’s interim administration .
15th June - Heavy Rainfall Floods Internally Displaced Camps in Shire, Tigray
Of the 2.3 million Ethnically Cleansed Tigrayans, around 800,000 remain displaced in Shire, Central
#Tigray
.
For over 3 years, these victims endured great hardship of Brutal Ethnic Cleansing campaign
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#Tigray
: Tera self-reliance project to create jobs for over 300,000 youth in Tigray.
Tigray science, technology, research & training secretariat has announced a new initiative called “Tera self reliance project” which will create job opportunities for more than 300,000 youth.
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#Tigray
: Over 96% of Tigray’s 8th graders passed national examination amid challenges
In the 2016 E.C. academic year, over 96% of students in Tigray who took the 8th grade national examination passed, said Tigray’s Education assessment and examination agency.
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Tigrayan Women demanded JUSTICE!
"I couldn't work! Violence against women is a societal failure. We are being kidnapped. We demand our safety be protected. Government offices that fail to ensure justice should be shut down."
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#Tigray
: Sheraro Communication office reports that over 28 forcefully displaced Tigrayans from Western Tigray arrived in Sheraro.
In a short announcement posted on its FB page, Sheraro Communications Office has disclosed the arrival of more than 28 Tigrayans who were forcefully
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#Tigray
: Amhara forces have blocked the road to Mekelle in Southern Tigray today.
Sources told Wegahta that the Amhara forces have blocked the road leading to Mekelle, the capital of Tigray.
According to our sources since today morning, the route to Mekelle via Southern Tigray,
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“Peace remains our foremost strategic priority. We can only honor our fallen heroes by prioritizing our people's well-being and making peace our cornerstone, without compromising our peoples rights.”
@reda_getachew
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#Tigray
: Video footage from Zelambesa, Tigray reveals how the streets are empty as the Eritrean army which occupies the area prohibits residents from leaving their houses.
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