Originally Posted by Beano HK

The state of emergency still exists although has been relaxed. There remains a heavy military presence in the capital but is not particularly overt.
Internet access is restricted and 3G was not available whilst I was there the last 2 weeks. Facebook was not available, I didnt try other social media. WhatsApp worked OK on hotel wifi.
Dire Dawa and Jijiga were safe enough although don't get many tourists! I will be up in the North in a few weeks, Ill let you know how I get on...