The Horn of Africa Project

Chatham House Africa Programme is undertaking a three year project investigating economic dimensions of conflict and cooperation in the Horn of Africa. Following the completion of a successful project studying peace processes and conflict in the region (the Horn of Africa Group project) the new phase will consider the economic structure of the region and how this contributes to conflict or collaboration among the states of the Horn of Africa.

The Horn of Africa is one of the most unstable regions in the world. This vast area comprising Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia, Djibouti and Eritrea is linked not only by a shared history of conflict and co-operation but by a complex web of economic ties. It is a meeting point between the Middle East, Indian Ocean and East and Central Africa. With one of the world's most important shipping routes running through the Gulf of Aden, this is an area of global economic significance.

This project brings country and region specific knowledge to the study of economic drivers of conflict and co-operation.

The project will produce original research papers that should prove useful for policy makers, diplomats, academics, opinion formers and those with an interest in the Horn both within and outside the region.

We hold regular meetings in London and Africa bringing those with experience and expertise on the Horn of Africa to a wider general audience.

Details of forthcoming events >>

Africa Programme Publications on the Horn of Africa

More papers and meeting transcripts >>

Funding

This work is being funded by:

  • British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
  • Canadian International Development Agency
  • Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs

For more information please contact Roger Middleton.

Tel: +44 (0)20 7957 5759
Fax: +44 (0)20 7957 5710
Email Roger Middleton >>

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