Understanding Egypt’s Motives in Somalia – Analysis
In a recent interview, Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty explained that Egypt’s military deployment to Somalia is intended to support the Somali government in asserting control over its territory. However,…
Tensions in the Horn of Africa: Will Ethiopia’s Gamble on Somaliland Ignite a Regional Firestorm?
By Paulo Santos, Horn of Africa Analyst As the Horn of Africa faces an unprecedented diplomatic showdown, Ethiopia stands at the center of a complex web of alliances, tensions, and…
Egypt’s Double Standards: Failing Gaza While Seeking Influence in Somalia
By Paulo Santos, Horn of Africa Analyst Addis Ababa (Ethiopia) – As Gaza faces relentless attacks from Israel, Egypt, often seen as a key player in the Arab world, has…
Ethiopia’s Controversial Somaliland Deal on the Brink as Somalia Dangles a Sweeter Offer
Addis Ababa (Ethiopia) – Ethiopia’s strategic ambitions in the Horn of Africa might be taking a dramatic turn as the landlocked nation weighs abandoning its controversial deal with Somaliland in…
Turkey’s Bold Naval Move in Somalia: A Powder Keg for Regional Tensions
By Paulo Santos, Horn of Africa Analyst The potential deployment of Turkish naval forces off the coast of Somalia has significant geopolitical and economic ramifications for the Horn of Africa.…
Djibouti Trains Rebels to Seize Awdal from Somaliland: A Brewing Storm
MOGADISHU (Horndaily) – In a shocking revelation, an Africa Intelligence report has uncovered Djibouti’s covert operation to train Issa and Gadabursi rebels with the sinister aim of destabilizing Somaliland. Sources…
The Great Devaluation Debate: Can Ethiopia Turn Economic Pain into Prosperity?
By Henok Amanuel, Professor of Economics Devaluation refers to the intentional reduction in the value of a country’s currency relative to other currencies. This policy tool is often employed by…
Chaos in the Horn of Africa: Al-Shabab’s Astonishing Comeback and Deadly Alliance with Houthis
In a shocking turn of events, Al-Shabab has reversed all the gains made by the Somali National Army (SNA) over the past two years, collaborating with the Houthi militant group…
Somaliland: Ethiopian Naval Base Could Aid in Containing Houthis
The leader of the breakaway region of Somaliland believes that a future Ethiopian naval base—the first since Ethiopia lost access to the sea three decades ago—will enhance maritime security in…
South Korea to Provide Billions in Loans to East Africa for Access to Natural Resources
By Chinedu Okafor, June 03, 2024 East Africa is poised to benefit from significant South Korean investment as the Asian nation seeks to expand its access to the region’s natural…
Somalia Demands Ethiopian Troops Withdraw by Year-End
June 03, 2024, 3:44 PMBy Harun Maruf Mogadishu – Somali National Security Adviser Hussein Sheikh-Ali announced that Somalia expects all Ethiopian troops to leave the country by the end of…
The Clock is Ticking: Prepare Now for Windows 10’s End-of-Life to Avoid Catastrophe
By Omar de Almeida, Horn of Africa Tech and Digital Economy Correspondent As the clock ticks closer to October 14, 2025, the urgency for corporations and users across the Horn…
The Sacrifice of Ethiopian Families in Israel: A Tale of Integration and Loss
Ethiopian Jews in Israel, often referred to as Beta Israel or in Ethiopia Falash Mura, have faced a complex journey of integration, marked by both remarkable successes and significant challenges.…
Somali Pirates Resurface, But Major Comeback Unlikely
In a concerning development, Somali pirates hijacked the Iranian fishing vessel Almeraj 1 in November 2023, demanding a ransom of $400,000. They threatened to use the vessel for further hijackings…
Ethiopia Utilizes Kenyan Lamu Port for the First Time in Historic Fertilizer Shipment
In a significant milestone for regional trade, Ethiopia received its inaugural shipment of fertilizer through Kenya’s Lamu Port on Monday. The vessel, MV Abbey II, owned by the Ethiopian Shipping…