Collateral Healers in the Crossfire: Ethiopia’s Militarized Repression and the Systemic Collapse of Healthcare

Author: Caleb Ta (Dr.) Date: May 8, 2025 Abstract This paper examines the systemic marginalization of healthcare professionals in Ethiopia amidst political repression, economic crisis, and military conflict. The deterioration of working conditions, suppression of civil liberties, and reallocation of public funds toward militarization have created a humanitarian crisis that disproportionately affects doctors, nurses, and medical personnel. Drawing on first-hand reports, economic data, and human rights documentation, this article highlights the structural failures of the Ethiopian government under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. The paper calls for urgent reforms, international oversight, and the protection of healthcare neutrality in conflict zones. Introduction

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