A delegation from the World Council of Churches (WCC), led by WCC Central Committee moderator Dr Agnes Abuom, visited Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 21-22 October as an expression of solidarity to the member churches there. The delegation met with leaders of member churches, members of the Ethiopian interfaith council, and government representatives. The WCC delegation recognized the history and importance of Ethiopia for Africa. The visit was intended primarily as a gesture of solidarity with WCC member churches in Ethiopia. The delegation communicated the shared experiences of WCC member churches which have dealt with similar occurrences in the region and beyond.

Source: Ethiopian News October 25, 2016 10:52 UTC