Ethiopia wants a seaport. Egypt & Eritrea just sent a diplomatic NO. Red Sea tensions escalate as Cairo says only coastal states should lead security. Cairo...
Jigjiga and much of eastern Ethiopia have endured five nights without power after key transmission towers collapsed last week. The blackout has crippled services, impacted Ramadan...
Ethiopia has made it clear through statements from Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed that it seeks a peaceful resolution over access to the Red Sea, rather than...
Eritrea has voiced strong objections to Ethiopia’s aspirations for maritime access, labeling them as “misguided and outdated.” Eritrean Foreign Minister Osman Saleh expressed confusion and concern...
Exploring the Strategic, Economic, and Social Catalysts Behind the Persistent Militant Attacks in Kenya’s Coastal Gem. Lamu County has become a focal point for Al-Shabab’s operations...
The potential for conflict between Ethiopia and Eritrea remains a significant concern in East Africa, driven by unresolved issues and shifting alliances. Despite previous peace efforts,...
Renewed Conflict Looms as Strategic Tensions and Old Grievances Surface Between Horn of Africa Neighbors. The recent escalations between Ethiopia and Eritrea have reignited concerns over...
The recent naval cooperation agreement between Ethiopia and Russia signals a significant geopolitical shift in the Horn of Africa, potentially reshaping regional maritime security dynamics. Ethiopia’s...
In a landmark meeting, Israel and Ethiopia vow to combat Al-Shabaab and Houthi insurgencies, highlighting a significant escalation in their joint counterterrorism efforts. During a pivotal...
From Peace Agreements to Perilous Standoffs: The Complex Dynamics Endangering Stability in the Horn of Africa. The fragile peace that briefly united Ethiopia and Eritrea after...
Ethiopia’s groundbreaking school feeding program earns acclaim from the AU and UNICEF for significantly boosting educational quality and access, marking a vital step towards sustainable educational...
How Saudi Arabia’s Investment Could Redefine the Berbera Port and Horn of Africa’s Geopolitical Landscape. Saudi Arabia is setting the stage for a profound strategic shift...
The Ethiopian government has significantly ramped up its military presence along the Somalia border, stationing a large number of Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) near the...
Abdirahman Sheikh Mohamed Mahdi, chairman of the Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF), has signaled a potential return to arms in Ethiopia’s Somali region. In a recent...
Somaliland faces an existential threat not just from external foes but from within its very core, where the Islamist group Al Ictisaam has quietly entrenched itself...
The airstrikes conducted by Ethiopian military aircraft in Somalia’s Middle Shabelle region reflect an ongoing commitment between Somalia and Ethiopia to counter Al-Shabaab’s influence in the...
The Strategic Exploitation of Khat: A Tool of Influence and Instability in Somalia. Khat, a leaf chewed for its stimulating effects, has transcended its role as...
Ethiopia’s military chief recently proclaimed Ethiopia’s imminent transformation into a Red Sea state. This statement comes against a backdrop of complex regional dynamics and historical landlocked...
President William Ruto announces new partnership with Ethiopia to enhance Lamu Port’s role as a key regional transshipment hub. President William Ruto of Kenya has announced...
Somali Foreign Minister Ali Balcad emphasizes limited maritime concessions to Ethiopia amidst ongoing bilateral negotiations. As Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s visit to Mogadishu unfolds, Somali...
In January 2024, the Ethiopia-Somaliland memorandum of understanding (MoU) ostensibly finalized the sharing of naval bases and formal recognition of statehood between the two entities. This...
Security tensions rise in Somali capital as mortars are fired close to the airport amid high-profile diplomatic visit. As the Somali capital prepared for the visit...
PM Abiy Ahmed’s discussions in Mogadishu aim to resolve maritime disputes and enhance security collaboration with Somalia. Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s recent arrival in Mogadishu...
PM Abiy Ahmed’s impending arrival in Mogadishu aims to cement the Ankara Agreement with Somali leadership. Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali is expected to arrive...
Somaliland authorities initiate deportation campaign against undocumented Ethiopian migrants amid heightened security concerns. Somaliland has begun a deportation campaign targeting undocumented Ethiopian migrants, with police seen...
Ethiopian Forces to Join African Peace Mission in Somalia; Will Somaliland Finally Have the Upper Hand? The recent military agreement between Somalia and Ethiopia on February...
As Trump’s administration considers recognizing Somaliland, Turkey strengthens ties with Hargeisa to challenge UAE’s expanding influence. For the first time in years, Turkey’s Ambassador to Somalia,...
The 38th AU Summit in Ethiopia sees African leaders battling economic strain, security threats, and climate challenges while strategizing a powerful roadmap for the continent’s future....
Somalia’s corruption index drops again, reinforcing concerns over governance, security, and economic stability. Somalia has once again been ranked among the world’s most corrupt countries, according...
Irro pushes for U.S. recognition while finalizing Ethiopia trade pact amid Berbera’s rising strategic role. Somaliland is inching closer to international recognition, and President Abdirahman Mohamed...
Coordinated military strikes target Oromo Liberation Army strongholds. A storm is brewing on the Ethiopia-Kenya border, and the Oromo Liberation Army is in the crosshairs. Ethiopia’s...
For weeks, Nehima Jamal’s haunting image spread across the internet—her body bound, gagged, and bloodied, a captive of ruthless human traffickers in Libya. The 20-year-old Ethiopian...
Ethiopia’s Finance Minister Ahmed Shide met with senior World Bank officials to strengthen development cooperation as the country pushes forward with economic reforms. The discussions, held...
Britain Calls for De-Escalation as Peace Efforts Gain Momentum The United Kingdom has urged Somaliland and SSC Khaatumo to exchange prisoners in a confidence-building measure aimed...
A vital infrastructure project linking Ethiopia to Somalia’s ports offers Europe an opportunity to bolster security and trade in the Horn of Africa. The Horn of...
High-ranking officials from Somalia and Somaliland attend celebrations in Ethiopia, highlighting cross-border engagement. Delegations from Somalia’s Federal Government and the self-declared independent region of Somaliland traveled...
Kenya leads efforts to foster regional security and counter-terrorism collaboration in the Horn of Africa. President William Ruto has reiterated the importance of regional collaboration in...
President Irro’s push for stronger ties highlights Somaliland’s aspirations for recognition and regional influence. Somaliland is ramping up diplomatic efforts to deepen its relationships with Ethiopia...
Defense officials discuss strategies for strengthened security ties, navigating complexities from Somalia’s influence and regional diplomacy. Somaliland and Ethiopia convened in Hargeisa to deliberate on expanding...
Rising tensions as SSC-Khatumo leader Abdulqadir Ahmed Aw-Ali vows military action to capture Sanaag’s capital; Somaliland faces diplomatic isolation after Ankara Agreement. The leader of SSC-Khatumo,...
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