Is the Horn of Africa Destined for Another Cycle of Violence?

 Ethiopia Insight published on 24 March 2026 a commentary titled "The Looming War to Eclipse the Horn's Past Conflicts" by Nebiyu Daniel Meshesha, former Ethiopian diplomat.

The author argues that earlier dynamics in the Horn of Africa that once fractured states and redrew borders now risk drawing Ethiopia into a similar spiral, with potentially profound consequences for the region.  The Horn of Africa may once again find itself trapped in a cycle of conflict.

Protests in Eritrea

African Arguments published on 7 March 2018 a commentary titled "More Dissent in Eritrea: A Country Where Dissent Is Not Tolerated" by Abraham T. Zere.

The recent death in detention of a respected Muslim elder led to protests in Asmara. The author suggests this could lead to growing problems for the government of President Isaias Afewerki.