In extraordinary move, USAID suspends all food aid to Ethiopia

by Obi Anyadike

In an extraordinary move, USAID has suspended all food aid to Ethiopia countrywide due to widespread and systemic corruption by federal and local authorities.  The World Food Programme Director and Deputy Director have both stepped down from their positions.

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