What's behind the violent protests in Ethiopia's Amhara region?

Ethiopia's Amhara region has been gripped by violent protests. Plans to integrate local military forces into the national army and police have sparked a backlash.The government says the change is essential for national unity. So, why is there such opposition? And does it risk instability?

Join host Tom McRae.

Guests: 

Kemal Hashi Mohamoud - Member of the Ethiopian parliament. 

Etana Dinka - Assistant Professor of African history at James Madison University.

Dessalegn Chanie - Senior member of the National Movement of Amhara.