The year 2024 was both momentous and sobering for the Horn of Africa. It was a year in which persistent conflict, environmental shocks, and shifting geopolitical alignments underscored the fragility of peace and governance in our region. Yet, amid these uncertainties, the HORN Institute remained a steadfast pillar of knowledge generation, dialogue, and policy innovation. Our work this year was shaped by an evolving landscape of challenges that demanded both analytical clarity and strategic engagement. We responded by deepening our research and expanding our convening capacity. From facilitating dialogues on Sudan’s post conflict recovery to contributing to regional maritime security strategies in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, the Institute worked across thematic and Geographic boundaries to provide timely, evidence based insights.
Pastoralism remains one of the most important livelihood systems in the Horn of Africa, supporting millions of people through livestock keeping and small-scale agriculture
