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The authorities explained that the curfew was passed for the general safety of the residents against the attacks from TPLF. The statement underlined that all activities including personal movements are prohibited from 8 PM onward during which every person must remain in their homes except permitted security officials and medical vehicles.The three wheeled vehicle called ‘Bajaj’ is prohibited  to operate after 7 PM .https://addisstandard.com/news-analysis-as-the-conflict-expand-in-amhara-region-major-cities-in-the-region-enforce-curfews-limiting-vehicles-human-movements/
The forest, he said, is composed of three categories of plants: softwood plants, eucalyptus plants, and indigenous plants making up a total of 167 species of which 4 are indigenous. The forest is also home to more than 180 species of birds out of which 4 are endemic to Ethiopia and 32 different species of mammals with 3 endemic ones. The first ever tree nursery was also established in Suba Forest years ago, while the first wood splitters were installed in the park in 1908.
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The UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Ethiopia (RC/HC), Dr. Catherine Sozi, visited Somali Region on 23 July to firsthand witness the humanitarian situation, the UN said. During the visit the Ms Sozi discussed with the regional authorities including deputy president Mustafa Muhumed, and Heads of UN and NGO Sub/Field/Hub offices “where she demonstrated the commitment of the UN to strengthen partnerships and address the needs of those most vulnerable in the region.”

She also visited Qoloji IDP camp and discussed with IDPs and communities hosting them. “The regional president highlighted that 2.4 million people in the region depend on food aid. Malnutrition cases are increasing significantly.

https://addisstandard.com/news-some-2-4-m-people-in-need-of-aid-in-somali-region-un/