Horn of Africa

Djibouti's strategic location has attracted foreign military bases and investments, yet 22% of its population faces severe food insecurity. The country's reliance on imports and a narrow political elite have left many citizens vulnerable to hunger and economic exclusion.

Sudan's ongoing conflict, fueled by foreign interests, has led to severe humanitarian crises, displacing millions and leaving 19 million facing food insecurity. The war's impact on civilians is profound, with healthcare systems collapsing and aid efforts severely underfunded.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted the proxy nature of Sudan's conflict, implicating external actors like Ethiopia and the UAE in the ongoing violence. The war has escalated into a regional crisis, fueled by foreign support and arms supply.

Astral Aviation has launched a new weekly cargo service between Nairobi and Asmara, enhancing freight connectivity in the Horn of Africa and supporting trade flows for Eritrea.

Eritrea's pharmaceutical sector has roots in its liberation struggle, where improvised medical systems evolved into a disciplined infrastructure. The Orotta Underground Hospital exemplifies this resilience, producing medicine under extreme conditions.

The article critiques Michael Rubin's analysis of Eritrea and U.S. foreign policy, highlighting his misinterpretations and unsupported claims. It argues that his views lack grounding in historical facts and strategic realities of the Horn of Africa.

The new U.S. counterterrorism strategy omits Eritrea but highlights its strategic importance in the Red Sea region. As maritime security concerns grow, Washington's priorities are shifting towards selective engagement and regional partnerships.

The United States is preparing to lift sanctions imposed on Eritrea, Reuters reported, in a move that could mark one of the clearest signs yet of a shifting Washington approach toward the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea corridor. Reuters, citing an internal U.S. government documen

The recent indication that the United States may lift sanctions on Eritrea marks a significant moment in the geopolitics of the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea. While Reuters frames the development as a strategic recalibration driven by shifting alliances and maritime tensions, th

Eritrean model, educator and disability-rights advocate  Snit Tewoldemedhin  has been appointed an  Ambassador for Peace  in Washington, D.C., adding another milestone to a public journey shaped by representation, service and a deeply personal mission to support children with spe

Eritrea’s embassy in Washington has pushed back against critics of a possible reset in Eritrea–United States relations, saying recent commentary has sought to undermine a serious opening for constructive engagement by recycling old and discredited claims. In a statement dated Apr

Ethiopia’s state broadcaster has crossed another dangerous line. Then again, this is not new. And it almost certainly won’t be the last time. For months, EBC’s Amharic-language output has been full of this kind of messaging — blunt, emotional, territorial, and clearly aimed at a