1,173 Ethiopians repatriated from Saudi Arabia

Addis Ababa January 20, 2023 (FBC) – 1,173 Ethiopians who were in a difficult situation in Saudi Arabia have been repatriated in two rounds to their country today.

The FDRE Ministry of Women and Social Affairs (MoWSA) stated that from the 1,173 returnees 1,161 men, 12 are minors under the age of 18.

MoWSA indicates that reunification of the returnees with their families is being undertaken by providing appropriate support and care in makeshift centres.

According to the Ministry, more than 31,919 Ethiopians have returned home from Saudi Arabia since November 21, 2022.

It is to be recalled that the Government of Ethiopia is working to repatriate Ethiopians who are in dire situation in Saudi Arabia.

A national committee composed of various government agencies has been established to facilitate the repatriation process.

By: Yonathan Yoseph