On 4th December 2024, the Rift Valley Institute (RVI) hosted a regional workshop in Addis Ababa bringing together researchers, policymakers and practitioners to discuss cross-border dynamics in the Horn of Africa. The event explored conflict, governance and economic flows in border regions highlighting key research findings and policy recommendations to support peace and development.
Watch the highlights to see expert discussions, key insights and collaborative efforts to shape better policies for the region.

The Political Economy of Coffee in the Sidama–Gedeo–Guji Belt, Southern Ethiopia
This report is part of a wider research project on the political economy of coffee in Ethiopia in the context of the political transition since

