Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Addis Standard2
Published on 2024-03-30 09:01:24
Debre Tabor, a city located in the North Gondar Zone of the Amhara region, has been experiencing a period of unrest due to the militarized conflict between the federal government and the non-state militia, Fano. In response to the security challenges in the city, a state of emergency was declared in August 2023, which was later extended for an additional four months in February 2024.
The military command post responsible for overseeing the state of emergency in Debre Tabor recently announced a revision to the curfew imposed on the city. Effective immediately, adjustments have been made to both vehicular and pedestrian curfew hours. The vehicular curfew, initially set at 7 PM, has been extended to 8 PM, while the pedestrian curfew, previously enforced until 8 PM, has been extended to 9 PM.
In a statement released by the command post, it was noted that the decision to revise the curfew hours was made after a thorough evaluation of the current security conditions within the city. The post also expressed gratitude for the support received from the community, attributing the improved security situation to the collaborative efforts of city residents.
Similar curfews have been implemented in other urban areas within the Amhara region in response to the increased conflict between government forces and the Fano militia. At the start of January 2024, a complete prohibition on Bajaj vehicles was imposed in Debre Berhan city following reported confrontations between state security personnel and armed groups. However, the curfew was eventually eased two weeks after its initiation.
Recently, the military command post in Amhara enforced an indefinite restriction on all forms of travel along the primary asphalt route connecting Debre Berhan and Dessie cities. This action was taken in response to the violent deaths of eight civilians last month.
Overall, the situation in Debre Tabor and other areas within the Amhara region remains volatile due to ongoing conflict between government forces and non-state militias. The imposition of curfews and travel restrictions is part of efforts to maintain security and protect civilians in the region. The collaboration between security forces and community members is crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of residents in conflict-affected areas.
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