Practices and Challenges of Local Government in Reintegrating Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs): The Case of Wombera Woreda, Metekel Zone, Benishangul Gumuz Region, Ethiopia

Abstract

Nowadays, internal displacement is a ubiquitous global humanitarian concern. This study assessed the practices and challenges of local government in reintegrating internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the case of Wombera Woreda, Metekel Zone Benishangul Gumuz Regional State of Ethiopia. Methodologically, this study employed a qualitative research approach with an exploratory case study design; data were collected through purposive sampling techniques from responsible government officials, NGO officers, Kebele administrators, and Kebele militia via key informant interviews. Focus group discussions were also used for IDP leaders, NGO workers, and elders, alongside observations of public Infrastructures. Accordingly, this study identified the following findings by thoroughly assessing different practices and challenges.