Clashes between Ethiopian Somali and Oromo communities over control of Moyale have driven around 50,000 people into Kenya since October 18, local authorities said. Conflict monitor ACLED reported several deaths, though the exact toll is difficult to establish; the displaced have no idea when they can safely return home.
WHO:
Ethiopian Somali and Oromo communities
WHAT:
Clashes over control of Moyale have driven around 50,000 people into Kenya since October 18. The displaced say they do not know when they can safely return home. ACLED reported several deaths, but the exact toll is difficult to establish.
WHEN:
Reported Nov 6, 2026 at 5:11 AM ET
WHERE:
Moyale, Ethiopia
WHY:
The Ethiopian Somali and Oromo communities have been fighting over control of the town of Moyale.
