Kahsay Meresa

Harnessing ICTs for Humanitarian Recovery. Post-Conflict Assistance in Ethiopia's Tigray Region

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Produktbeschreibung

Essay aus dem Jahr 2023 im Fachbereich Informatik - Angewandte Informatik, Note: excellent, Mek'ele University (Ethiopian civil aviation authority), Veranstaltung: work, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: The armed conflict in Ethiopia's Tigray region, which erupted in November 2020, led to one of the most severe humanitarian crises in recent African history. Amid the destruction of infrastructure, mass displacement, and violations of human rights, Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) emerged as critical tools for intervention. This paper investigates the multifaceted role of ICTs in post-conflict humanitarian assistance, with a particular focus on Tigray. It examines how digital technologies were deployed to deliver emergency aid, document war crimes, facilitate communication, and support reconstruction and advocacy efforts. By analyzing case examples and assessing both the successes and limitations of ICT-driven responses, this study highlights the potential of ICTs to not only mitigate suffering in conflict zones but also to contribute to sustainable peacebuilding and recovery. The overarching aim is to provide insights into how digital innovation can be effectively integrated into humanitarian strategies in regions affected by violent conflict.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: GRIN Verlag
• 1. Auflage
• Seitenzahl: 36
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. September 2025
• Deutsch
• Abmessung: 210mm x 148mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 68g
• ISBN-13: 9783389157442
• ISBN-10: 3389157441
• Artikelnr.: 75657756

Autorenporträt

Kahsay Kiross Meresa received his B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering and M.Sc. in Communication Engineering from Mekelle University, Ethiopia. During his undergraduate studies, he built a strong foundation in electrical circuits, electronics, signal processing, and communication systems, which fostered his interest in wireless and mobile technologies. His graduate studies expanded this expertise, focusing on LTE downlink systems, channel estimation, antenna theory, and wireless system design. His M.Sc. thesis investigated pilot-based, LS, MMSE, and adaptive filtering techniques to enhance throughput, reliability, and spectral efficiency in LTE networks, providing insights into physical layer optimization under real-world conditions. Kahsay's research spans four main areas: channel estimation for LTE downlink systems, physical layer modeling and network optimization, evaluation of mobile and ubiquitous systems, and ICT applications for humanitarian assistance. He has studied MIMO diversity schemes, resource allocation, energy-efficient network design, and performance metrics for mobile systems. His work emphasizes practical deployment, particularly in regions with constrained infrastructure. A distinctive aspect of his research explores ICT solutions for post-conflict reconstruction, including digital identity systems, telemedicine, mobile money platforms, and satellite-based monitoring. This interdisciplinary approach positions him at the intersection of engineering innovation and social impact, demonstrating how technology can support governance, humanitarian logistics, and community resilience. His professional experience includes roles as an Electrical and Electronics Engineer, Navigation Aids and CNS Engineer, CNS Engineer III, and ICT specialist in the Peace and Security Office (Tigray), contributing to digital ID implementations and infrastructure planning. Kahsay's publications include Channel Estimation Techniques for LTE Downlink Systems, Metrics and Measures for Evaluating Mobile and Ubiquitous Systems, Digital Identity Systems in Tigray, and ICTs in Post-Conflict Humanitarian Assistance. Looking forward, he aims to advance LTE/5G/6G systems, energy-efficient wireless networks, AI-driven channel estimation, federated learning for distributed networks, and secure digital identity platforms to foster inclusive development and post-conflict recovery.