The United States has issued a security alert for Ethiopia in the wake of political and security developments over the last week. Monitoring local media for updates, avoiding large gatherings and demonstrations, employing sound security practices. Remember that the security environment in Ethiopia is fluid and can deteriorate without warning,” completed the list of precautionary measures. The country’s Premier Hailemariam Desalegn resigned his post on Thursday following protests in Oromia. The country has released a number of political prisoners following the promise of political reforms in January.

Source: Ethiopian News February 16, 2018 16:18 UTC