Ethiopian PM Announces 21 New Ministers Amid State of EmergencyNovember 1, 2016 - Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn has announced a Cabinet reshuffle, following months of often-violent protests which led the government to declare a state of emergency. Ethiopia’s parliament has unanimously approved 21 new appointees, the prime minister said Tuesday. He said the new ministers were picked for competence and commitment rather than “party loyalty." The anti-government protests, initially triggered by land issues, have spread from the Oromia region to the Amhara region. According to Human Rights Watch, more than 500 people have died in clashes with police and security forces.

Source: Ethiopian News November 01, 2016 20:44 UTC