Tana Forum | Welcome to the Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa

H.E. Mahamoud Ali Youssouf

Let’s move beyond narratives and theories, the biggest challenge Africa is moving from reflection to action, reflection forums are multiplying, yet we are still unable to silence the guns, let us move to form a solid foundation for unity—a unity forged in solidarity for action to tackle Africa’s multiple challenges.

H.E. Lassina Zerbo

we should focus on three major solutions to the problems that Africa is currently facing: ownership and agency, addressing the root causes of conflict and insecurity, and economic transformation, as peace and security are dependent on development.

H.E Dr. Gedion Timotios

Tana Forum is a critical platform to come together and find solutions to Africa’s challenges…in candid and frank ways.

Mr. Brian Kagoro

How does Africa respond to the crisis facing multilateralism…is Africa fit for purpose to lead where others have failed?

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Announcement of 11th Tana Forum

30/07/2025 | News

The Tana Forum Secretariat is delighted to announce that the dates for the 11th edition of the Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa have been confirmed for 24 to 26 October 2025. The Forum is scheduled to take place in Ethiopia, under the theme "Africa in an...

Navigating Global Fragmentation: Africa’s Path to Resilience

19/02/2025 | News

Africa faces pressing challenges and emerging opportunities in a world increasingly defined by fragmentation, marked by geopolitical rivalries, eroding multilateralism, and widening inequalities. From security threats to economic pressures, the continent must navigate...