Since the start of the Sudan war until yesterday, over 17, 444 refugees who entered the West Gondar Zone, Amhara State of Ethiopia are being given various kind and humanitarian support.
The Head of the Government Communication Department of the West Gondar Zone, Ato Fantahun Bihonane, told the Ethiopian Press Organization; As a result of the war in Sudan, citizens of 67 countries from Europe, America, Asia and Africa as well as other continents have migrated to Ethiopia.
He pointed out that various supports are being provided by the government and the community to more than 17 thousand 444 refugees who entered the West Gondar zone from the outbreak of the Sudanese war until the beginning of May. He said that Ethiopians are among those who have fled the war in Sudan.
Mr. Fantahun said that the number of refugees entering Ethiopia from Sudan is still increasing due to the civil conflict. He stated that a task force has been set up to provide and coordinate various services so that the refugees do not face any problems when they enter Ethiopia.
He also announced that the established task force is carrying out work related to peace and tranquility, logistics, health and various humanitarian supports.
According to Mr. Fantahun; Citizens from Sudan are being treated at health facilities in Metema Yohannes city when they are facing health problems. When the capacity of the health centers is exceeded, the health professionals of the zone are being made to go to the shelter center to provide services.
The official said that 266 refugees from Sudan have received health services. He said that patients who need a referral are being made to go to Pool Water Hospital to get services.
The official added that more than 460 public transport vehicles are being used to prevent problems related to transportation and excessive fare increases.
In addition to the support and care provided, the security forces are working in coordination with the relevant stakeholders to ensure that citizens who come from Sudan to Ethiopia due to the conflict can move freely to wherever they want.