Frank, Relevant
and Candid Dialogue
Frank, relevant and candid dialogue is fundamental to resolving conflict and transforming societies. The Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa is an annual meeting that brings together African leaders and stakeholders to engage and explore African-led security solutions.
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Current Board Members
H.E. John Dramani Mahama
President of the Republic of Ghana and Chairperson of the Tana Forum Board
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H.E. Dr. Joyce Banda
Former President, Republic of Malawi
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H.E. Dr. Lassina Zerbo
Former Prime Minister, Burkina Faso
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H.E. Catherine Samba-Panza
Former President, Central Africa Republic
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H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta
Former President, Republic of Kenya
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H.E. Dr. Tekeda Alemu
Former State Minister of Ethiopia and Permanent Representative of the UN Security Council
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H.E. Michelle Ndiaye
African Union Special Representative of the Chairperson and Head of the AU Liaison Office in DRC
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Prof. Patrick Loch Otieno Lumumba
Former Director and Chief Executive Officer, Kenya School of Laws, Kenya
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News & Updates
All the latest news update on the Tana Forum
New Additions to Tana Forum Board
The Tana Forum Secretariat is honored to welcome H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta, former President of the Republic of Kenya, as the newest member of our distinguished Tana Board, who officially joined in March, 2024. With his vast knowledge and expertise, H.E. Kenyatta is set to...
Announcement of 11th Tana Forum
Dear participants, partners, and friends of the Tana Forum, We are pleased to inform you that the Tana Forum Secretariat has finalized dates for the 11th edition of the Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa. The Forum will take place from 25th to 27th October...
The postponement of the 11th Tana Forum
Dear Tana Forum partners, participants and friends, The 11th Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa, originally scheduled for April 19-21, 2024 in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, has been postponed to a later date. The Tana Forum Board and the host country have jointly...
New Additions to Tana Forum Board and Committee
The Tana Forum Secretariat is pleased to announce the latest addition of a new board member, Amb. Tekeda Alemu, a career diplomat with over forty years of experience, to our esteemed Tana Board. In addition, the Secretariat would like to announce the selection of 5...
The postponement of the 11th Tana Forum
Dear Tana Forum partners, colleagues and families, It is with regret that the Tana Forum Secretariat, IPSS, informs you that the 11th edition of the Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa scheduled to take place on 13 - 15 October 2023 at Bahir Dar, Ethiopia...
CALL FOR SUBMISSION TANA HIGH-LEVEL FORUM ANNUAL UNIVERSITY ESSAY COMPETITION
Introduction The Institute for Peace and Security Studies (IPSS) of Addis Ababa University is a prominent Institute for higher education, research and policy dialogues on peace and security in Africa. Established in 2007, it ranks among the top 46 educational...
Call for an Expression of Interest to develop the Tana Forum Papers
Terms of Reference: Development of the ‘’Tana Papers’’ for the 2023 edition of the Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa. Call prepared by The Institute for Peace and Security Studies (IPSS), TANA Forum Secretariat. Introduction The Institute for Peace and...
Call for Application: State of Peace and Security Report (Year 2022)
Background: Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa The Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa (THLF) was established by the Institute for Peace and Security Studies (IPSS) at Addis Ababa University (AAU) and prominent African figures, such as the late Prime...
Call for an Expression of Interest: Tana High-Level Forum on Security, Annual Book Launch
The Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa (THLF) is inviting authors who have recently published a book on peace, security, governance, or development to express their interest in presenting their book at the Annual Book Launch. The THLF was established by the...
AAU appoints Dr Fana Gebresenbet as Director of IPSS
Dr. Fana Gebresenbet has been appointed Director of the Institute of Peace and Security Studies (IPSS) at Addis Ababa University as of April 4, 2023, AAU President Office. The AAU president, Professor Tassew Woldehana in the letter of appointment expressed that “Dr...
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