Scores of people killed due to renewed ethnic violence in southwest Ethiopia as fierce clashes erupted in the town of Tepi.

Confirmed reports reveal two people where killed in the town of Tepi yesterday. The town of Tepi and its surrounding areas have become a hotbed for ethnic conflict. This comes after there people where murdered in the same town less than a week ago.

Locals reveal the clashes are a result of tension between indigenous inhabitants of the land and non natives. Ethnic fueled violence has been escalating across Ethiopia in recent weeks.

We will keep you updated with the latest developments and updates from the region.

Halgan Media