Events tagged with "irreechaa"

Historical Events tagged with "irreechaa"

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Protests Erupt at Oromo Festival, Numerous Casualties

October 2nd, 2016 8 years ago

During the Irreechaa festival in the Oromia region, widespread protests erupted, leading to violent clashes between protesters and security forces. The Irreechaa festival is an annual celebration marking the end of the rainy season, traditionally involving the Oromo people of Ethiopia. The demonstrations were fueled by long-standing grievances over political marginalization and land rights, resulting in a violent crackdown by authorities that left dozens dead and many more injured.