Addis Abeba — Education officials in the drought-stricken Sehala district of the Amhara region have reported a significant decrease in student attendance at the start of the new school year. A staggering number of 1,688 students previously enrolled in the district have been forced to drop out as a result of the persistent drought. This unfortunate situation primarily stems from the ongoing conflict between the federal government and the non-state militia, Fano. For instance, at Mesha Primary School, while 1,241 students are officially enrolled, the principal, Amanuel Bere, reported that 154 students have already quit attending classes as their families migrate for work. These reports further highlight the crippling impact of the drought, as minimal rainfall over the past months has depleted resources.

Source: Ethiopian News November 01, 2023 13:45 UTC