Thousands of Oromo people, Ethiopia's largest ethnic group, came together in the capital on Saturday to mark the thanksgiving festival of Irreechaa; marking the end of the rainy season. As well as traditional celebrations, including dipping flowers into water, the participants appealed for peace. Violence has increased in the Oromia region due to long-standing complaints about a lack of political representation in Ethiopia's federal government. University student, Latera Reta, added: "Currently, there is vast repression on the Oromo people. Prime Minister, Abiy Ahmed said Irreechaa was a festival celebrated by all nations, nationalities and peoples of Ethiopia.

Source: Ethiopian News October 02, 2022 10:20 UTC