ERCS Delivers 5,000 CHF to Honelign’s Family
The Ethiopian Red Cross Society (ERCS), with support from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), has provided 5,000 CHF (approximately 924,000 Birr) in financial assistance to the family of the late Honelign Fentaw, an ERCS staff member who tragically lost his life in late August following a hostage-related incident around North Gondar.
The financial support was mobilized through the IFRC Red Fund and officially handed over by Deputy Secretary General and Chief of Staff, Ato Tewodros Alamrew, who also delivered messages of condolence and solidarity from IFRC President Kate Forbes and IFRC Secretary General Jagan Chapagain.
During the visit, the Vice Chair of the Amhara Regional Branch Board, Dr. Fikreselam Gared, reaffirmed ERCS’s strong commitment to standing with the families of humanitarian workers who lose their lives while serving others. He expressed appreciation to the IFRC and ERCS for their continued support and solidarity.
The visit was attended by ERCS’s Amhara Regional Branch Head Ato Shambel Wale and Regional Branch Board members, who joined in expressing sympathy and support to the bereaved family.
The wife of the deceased, W/z Eneye, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to ERCS and the IFRC leadership for the condolence message and the financial support provided. This assistance fulfills the commitment made earlier by ERCS President Abera Tola during his visit to the family shortly after the tragic incident in August 2025.
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