VOICED: Fighting in Somalia forces thousands to flee

The Oado refugee camp in Ethiopia, once nearly empty, now sees hundreds of Somali refugees daily due to famine and conflict. The Kenyan and Ethiopian military have intervened in Somalia, exacerbating the situation. Refugees like Ibrahim Mohamed flee due to threats from militants like Al Shabab. The UN cites improved travel conditions and new camps as reasons for increased refugee numbers, but challenges like unfinished facilities persist. Despite the end of droughts, ongoing conflict continues to displace many Somalis, leaving them with an uncertain future.

What was the initial state of the Oado refugee camp in Ethiopia?

• It was closed for maintenance.

• It was a military base.

• It was almost empty.

• It was overcrowded with refugees.

Why did the Kenyan army invade Somalia?

• To support the local government.

• To respond to attacks on tourists and aid workers.

• To provide humanitarian aid.

• To establish a new government.

What was one reason for the increased influx of refugees according to the UN?

• The decrease in military presence.

• The end of the civil war.

• The opening of a new camp.

• The availability of more food supplies.

What challenge is faced in the development of the new camp in Oado?

• Inadequate medical facilities.

• Difficulty in digging latrines.

• Lack of water supply.

• Shortage of tents.

Despite the end of droughts, what continues to displace people in Somalia?

• Economic instability.

• Ongoing conflict.

• Natural disasters.

• Political reforms.