Women and children bear the brunt of Ethiopia border violence

Thousands of Ethiopians displaced by recent fighting are now seeking shelter and assistance in northern Kenya. Families fled violence in the town of Moyale in October, following clashes linked to a long-standing boundary dispute between the Oromia and Somali regional administrations of Ethiopia. Many are now staying at the Al-Huda temporary camp. while others have been taken in by Kenyan families. We have faced many challenges since fleeing our homes. We arrived here on foot late at night. Running for our lives with very little. We do with Bedding materials and our living conditions are extremely difficult. I am also having trouble breastfeeding because I'm not producing enough milk. for my baby who needs special attention and care. We have no source of income since we are on the run for our lives. but the UN Refugee Agency said resources are already limited We do not have the means to sustain families. Aid workers are providing meals. with women, expectant mothers, and young children among the most at risk. When a conflict like this erupts, it's mainly women and children are affected, and these are the most vulnerable member of the population, member of society As you can see from this population, the majority of them are women. and children and the elderly. Now the immediate needs of women And a fairly large number of women are also pregnant. A large number of women are lactating mothers. A large number of the population ations are the door to the house children under five. Their immediate needs are essential, critical, medical being one of them Nutrition is key. We need to make sure there is normal nutrition in the It is a good thing. Around 14,000 people had been profiled by November 6. although the figure does not refer present the total number of people who crossed I nt o Kenya