In this video Jason Mosley, Senior Publications Manager at the Rift Valley Institute, reflects on the vital role of local researchers within the XCEPT (Cross-Border Conflict Evidence, Policy and Trends) programme. He highlights how local researchers and academics have led and contributed to critical research on cross-border conflict themes, and how centring local expertise will be essential across future RVI programmes. Find out how RVI is working to ensure local voices and knowledge remain at the heart of conflict research and policymaking.
Enhancing the Role of Borderland Communities in Ethiopia’s Foreign Policy
October 15, 2025
Ethiopia’s borderland communities (BLCs) have historically influenced the country’s relations with its neighbours. These peripheral regions often serve as hubs for cross-border trade, repositories of
