The return of exiled opposition groups has been part of wider political reforms he introduced since coming to power in April. In the days leading up to the OLF leaders’ arrival, supporters of the group trickled into the capital carrying and waving its controversial, multicolored flag. The scuffles reportedly unfolded as young Oromos, popularly known as qeerroo, started painting sidewalks with their patriotic flag colors and removing other flags. Yet sporadic ethnic violence has continued despite the reforms in Africa’s second-most-populous nation—showcasing that much more needs to be done to unite the more than 80 ethnic groups in the country. He also met with supporters of Ginbot 7, another exiled opposition outfit whose members returned from the United States last week.

Source: Ethiopian News September 17, 2018 20:37 UTC