At least 239 people were killed and dozens others arrested due to the unrest in Ethiopia following the death of a local musician, Hachalu Hundessa. “Due to the unrest that occurred in the region, nine police officers, five militia members and 215 civilians have lost their lives,” Kedir said on state television. The military was deployed in Ethiopia’s capital as protests continued following the death of the local musician. Halachu was popularly known for his political songs that focused on the rights of country’s Oromo ethnic group. The prime minister, Abiy Ahmed, condemned Halachu’s death, calling it an evil act.

Source: Ethiopian News July 10, 2020 03:11 UTC