Africa-Press – Ethiopia. The eleventh session of Tana Forum, which is set to take place in Bahir Dar and Addis Ababa from October 24 to 26, 2025, will mainly focus on the security dynamics of the Horn of Africa, according to organizers of the forum.
African Affairs Director-General at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Zerihun Abebe, said this year’s forum comes at a crucial time for Ethiopia, the Horn region, and the broader African continent.
Despite challenges, he added that the forum is highly anticipated by Ethiopians, Africans, and global stakeholders as the world shifts toward an increasingly unpredictable global landscape.
“The importance of placing Africa at the center of discussions on this evolving order cannot be overstated,” the Diector-General stated, highlighting that the forum will explore the implications of global changes for Africa —whether they present challenges or opportunities.
According to him, Bahir Dar will host the opening session, with subsequent discussions taking place at the Adwa Victory Memorial Museum in Addis Ababa.
The session in Bahir Dar will include three components: A general opening with high-level dignitaries, a gathering of special envoys for the first time to discuss the security dynamics and mutual concerns in the Horn of Africa, and a session for foreign affairs ministers from the region.
“This unique gathering of special envoys is unprecedented,” Zerihun noted, stating that the exchange among envoys from various regional and international organizations aims to foster dialogue on pressing security dynamics affecting the Horn of Africa.
The session in Bahir Dar will allow foreign affairs ministers to exchange perspectives on regional security, a crucial step for informing policy-making and assessing developments in the region.
In this regard, the Tana Forum continues to serve as a vital platform for addressing security and governance issues in Africa, with the session expected to pave the way for future forums that will be more vibrant and organized, Zerihun underscored.
On her part, Tana Forum Secretariat Head Lettie T. Longwe said the timing of the session is crucial for addressing the complexities faced by the continent amid global changes.
The forum will focus on situating Africa within this evolving global context, she added, noting that participants will explore redefining Pan-Africanism in light of current challenges, including leadership dynamics, climate change, and global pressures.
The forum will discuss mega trends and persistent threats of the Horn Africa region, alongside strategies for navigating transitions in a rapidly changing global landscape, it was learned.
“Africa cannot operate as an island. What occurs on a global scale directly impacts the continent,” Longwe pointed out, underscoring the need for Africa to pursue greater influence in international governance, including discussions around securing a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council.
The theme of this year’s forum is:“Africa in an Evolving Global Order”.
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