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We're partnering with Institute for Peace and Security Studies to host the 2025 #SVNP regional conference in Ethiopia. This workshop brings together SVNP members to discuss mediation & negotiation in the Horn of Africa. Follow Institute for Peace and Security Studies for highlights & learn about the SVNP here: buff.ly/usaJaet.

Last week, we hosted the 2025 #SVNP conference in #Ethiopia with Institute for Peace and Security Studies. Discussion on mediation in the #HornOfAfrica highlighted key themes related to statebuilding, #multilateralism, & rising middle powers in the region. More on the SVNP’s work ⬇️ buff.ly/RrW1CJO



This morning, Program director Oge Onubogu testified at a hearing on "Conflict and Persecution in Nigeria" held by the House Foreign Affairs Committee Majority Africa Subcommittee. Watch her remarks below 👇

BLOG | In our Africa Up Close post, Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit explains how financial intelligence, global cooperation & tech help terrorism by identifying and disrupting the illicit financing sustaining these organizations. Read more👇tinyurl.com/56cmjz2r


Podcast | Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of AfCFTA Secretariat Official, joins Oge Onubogu & Witney Schneidman on "Beyond a Single Story" to discuss the African Continental Free Trade Area, AGOA’s role, and the future of US-Africa trade. 🎧 Listen to their full conversation: buff.ly/4JMyCRS


Earlier this month, we hosted the 2025 SVNP Regional Conference in Addis Ababa with Institute for Peace and Security Studies. Guests discussed conflict, mediation, & peace processes in the Horn of Africa. Read key takeaways here: buff.ly/2m0uwxw. More on the SVNP’s work ⬇️ buff.ly/RrW1CJO


BLOG | African sovereign wealth funds can drive investment in infrastructure, renewable energy, & private sector growth. Dr Victoria Barbary explores their role in fostering partnerships & economic diversification in our latest for Africa Up Close. Read more 👇 buff.ly/7yyOVlq