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In Ethiopia, the ICRC protects detainees, restores family links, provides physical rehabilitation and works with the Ethiopian Red Cross.
Our delegation to the African Union highlights humanitarian issues, promotes IHL throughout Africa and raises awareness of the ICRC's work on the continent.
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In numbers
In 2016
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57,000detainees visited to assess their living conditions and promote humane treatment
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78,000people have improved access to water in response to drought
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240missing persons separated by conflict were located in a bid to restore family links
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83,000people received staple seeds and agricultural tools
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57,400detainees were visited to assess their living conditions
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900Ethiopians from Eritrea repatriated and assisted with food and essential household items
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6,100persons with disabilities accessed services at ICRC-supported physical rehabilitation centres