Tragic beheading sparks demonstrations across universities

The brutal killing of a 17-year-old boy reportedly beheaded by armed group members in North Shewa’s Dera Woreda has stirred public demonstrations across Ethiopia’s universities, with the incident drawing condemnation from authorities, party leaders and human rights groups, writes Abraham Tekle for The Reporter.

News of the murder of 17-year-old Dereje Amare and a video depicting the heinous act has gone viral on social media, prompting widespread protests. Students from several Ethiopian universities, along with residents from various regions, have staged peaceful demonstrations condemning the atrocity.

Demonstrations have taken place in various campuses including Ambo, Jimma, Dire Dawa, Wollega, Arsi, Kotebe Metropolitan, Bule Hora, Haramaya, Asosa, and Salale universities. The demonstrators have demanded that authorities take immediate action to ensure justice for the victim and curb the cycle of violence gripping the country.
Full report on The Reporter site