DDR Registration Process Commences in Mekelle

In Mekelle, Tigray, former combatants have begun queuing to register for the Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR) program. The registration is taking place at one of the Mekelle University campuses. The primary objective of the DDR initiative is to facilitate the transition of former fighters from military service back into civilian life. This process involves disarming combatants and providing them with vocational training, employment opportunities, and essential support services to help them reintegrate into society. The move is viewed as a crucial step in ensuring long-term peace in the region, focusing on shifting the focus for youth from armed conflict toward education and economic stability.