Thousands Protest in Oromia Region over Allotment of Condo UnitsMarch 7, 2019 (Ezega.com) - Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets in major towns and cities across Oromia regional state today. According to reports from the security apparatus, the protest was witnessed in the following cities: Adama, Oromia regional state, Shashemene, in Western Arsi, Assela and Bale Robe in Southeast Oromia and in Haramara in the eastern part of Oromia regional state. 5,100 residents were given 3 bedroom apartments, whereas 7,100 were allocated studio, one and two bedroom apartments in the 1st and 2nd sites in Koye Feche. Housing Project for the Increasing Population:The housing project was mooted in 2016 as part of Ethiopia’s ambitious plan to deal with the rapid increase in population. Officials from the city and Oromia regional state are yet to release statements on the protests, even as online activists continue lobbying for more demonstrations tomorrow.

Source: Ethiopian News March 07, 2019 20:26 UTC