In the desert of Afar, water is as scarce as hen’s teeth, making this daily struggle a harsh reality. Awash River, hailed as the embodiment of indigenous beauty, holds a special place in the hearts of the local population. Meles Damte, the health center administrator, expresses grave concern over the situation, stating, “So many patients are coming to the health center each day. Awoke Mekonen, the director of Afar Health Bureau, acknowledges the severity of the current outbreak, which marks the fourth occurrence in the past decade. “We are collaborating with the Ministry of Irrigation and Lowland, IRC, AISDA, and other stakeholders to dig underground water sources and secure a clean water supply.

Source: Ethiopian News January 27, 2024 07:00 UTC