Mesfin Manuqa

Mesfin Manuqa is the Gamo Zone director of disaster response in southern Ethiopia. He is newsworthy due to his role in providing information and coordinating efforts following recent devastating landslides and floods in the Gamo Zone. These landslides, triggered by a week of heavy rains, have affected the Gacho Baba, Kamba, and Bonke Districts. Manuqa has reported that at least 50-64 people have died and over 125 are missing as a result of these events. His updates provide crucial information about the scale of the disaster and the ongoing search and rescue operations. His role is significant as he is a key source of information for the public and international community regarding the extent of the damage and the humanitarian needs in the affected region.