Horn of Africa security - The Habari Network

Map of the Horn of Africa and Gulf of Aden showing Somalia, Eritrea, Yemen and Djibouti

The Horn’s New Realities: Why the US Cannot Afford to Walk Away

Washington's extended support for African peacekeepers and its easing of sanctions on Eritrea are no coincidence. Both reflect a Horn of Africa that is growing more...

Map of the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden highlighting Houthi missile threat routes, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, and Somaliland’s strategic location near Yemen, illustrating risks of Middle East conflict spillover into Africa.

Owusu on Africa2 months ago

Houthi Missiles and the Risk of Middle East Conflict Spilling Into Africa via the Red Sea

Israel's gamble on Somaliland was always about the Houthis. Now the Houthis are making it look prescient - and perilous.

Geopolitical tensions rise as global powers, including Russia, establish military bases along Africa's Red Sea coast, highlighting the region's strategic importance for trade, security, and international influence.

Alorh’s eye on the Motherland1 year ago

Military Build-Up on the Red Sea: Geopolitical Tensions and Strategic Implications

By Mary Alorh The world’s most powerful nations are increasingly establishing military bases along Africa’s Red Sea coast and beyond, raising concerns about a growing militarization...

Somalia - Ethiopia deal and its implications

Zina’s Youth View on Africa2 years ago

Somalia – Ethiopia deal and its implications

By Godfred Zina The diplomatic landscape in the Horn of Africa is shifting following Türkiye’s successful mediation between Somalia and Ethiopia over a contentious naval deal...

Do you know the relationship between the different regions in Africa?

Owusu on Africa2 years ago

Decoding Africa’s Complex Regional Security Dynamics: Challenges and Opportunities

By Fidel Amakye Owusu Professor Barry Buzan’s Regional Security Complex Theory (RSCT) offers a useful lens for understanding Africa’s political and security challenges. By categorizing Africa...