Synthesizing the impact of armed conflicts on food security, livelihoods and social dynamics in Amhara region, Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Armed conflicts cause food insecurity and famine by triggering the disruption and destruction of food systems. The conflict that erupted in northern Ethiopia lasted from 2020 to 2022 and affected millions of people. This resulted in severe damage to the food security, livelihoods and social dynamics of communities in the Amhara region.

Objective

This study synthesized the impact of the conflict in northern Ethiopia on food security, livelihoods and social dynamics livelihoods in there zones, South Wello, North Wello and North Shewa zones of the Amhara Region. The conflict management response and the scope of humanitarian assistance are also analyzed.

Methods

The study used a qualitative case study design. Primary data were collected through semi-structured

SUBMITTER: Muhyie JH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11789359 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature