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Bravin Onditi

Program Assistant, Climate Adaptation and Security Program (CASP)

Bravin Onditi is a Research Assistant at the HORN International Institute for Strategic Studies and a 2026 Fellow of the African Atomic Policy Lab Fellowship. His scholarly background is in International Relations and Diplomacy, providing a foundation for his research interests which span peace and security, governance, and regional geopolitics. Bravin focuses particularly on the evolving political and security dynamics of the Horn of Africa. Driven by a commitment to African-led solutions and evidence-based policy, he engages in strategic analysis aimed at supporting regional integration. His work contributes to institutional projects designed to promote sustainable governance and deepen the understanding of the geopolitical complexities shaping Horn of Africa.

Academic Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy from Zetech University, Kenya.
  • Certificate on Gender Inclusivity in Peacebuilding from the United States Institute of Peace.
  • Certificate on Protection and Assistance for Migrants Vulnerable to Violence Exploitation and Abuse from IOM – UN Migration.

Areas of Interest

  • Peace and Security
  • Governance
  • Regional Geopolitics

PROGRAMS & CENTERS

Defence and Security

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Defence and Security

All Bravin Onditi Content

Energy and Environment Politics in Africa: Why Raila Odinga is the Man to Deliver at the Helm of the AUC Chairperson

nergy and environmental politics in Africa are pivotal in shaping the continent’s future, particularly in the context of sustainable development and climate resilience. As one of Africa’s leading …

From AMISOM to AUSSOM: The African Union’s Evolving Role in Stabilizing Somalia

The African Union (AU) has played a central role in stabilizing Somalia for over a decade, evolving through a series of missions to address the country’s security challenges. …

The US-Israel War on Iran and Africa’s Mounting Dilemma

What began as a joint US-Israel military strike on Iran has rapidly evolved into a conflict whose shockwaves are reverberating well beyond the Middle East.

The US-Israel War on Iran and Africa’s Mounting Dilemma

What began as a joint US-Israel military strike on Iran has rapidly evolved into a conflict whose shockwaves are reverberating well beyond the Middle East. As the Strait …

COP29 in Baku: A Post-Conference Analysis of Climate Action Commitments and Challenges

Bravin Onditi December 5, 2024 The dust has settled on the twenty-ninth annual UN climate change conference (COP29), held in Baku, Azerbaijan, and the global climate community is …

How Drones Are Redefining Conflicts in the Horn of Africa

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, are reshaping warfare across the Horn of Africa, transforming from peripheral surveillance tools into central instruments of military strategy

AGOA Versus America First: The Future of the US–Africa Trade

For months, African exporters and US importers, retailers, and sourcing firms reliant on AGOA preferences  have operated in uncertainty. The expiration of AGOA in September 2025 created a …

El Fasher Falls: What It Means for the Future of Sudan’s War

As of October 29, 2025, Sudan’s war has crossed a dark and decisive threshold with the fall of El Fasher, the historic capital of Darfur and the last …

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All Bravin Onditi Content

Energy and Environment Politics in Africa: Why Raila Odinga is the Man to Deliver at the Helm of the AUC Chairperson

nergy and environmental politics in Africa are pivotal in shaping the continent’s future, particularly in the context of sustainable development and climate resilience. As one of Africa’s leading …

From AMISOM to AUSSOM: The African Union’s Evolving Role in Stabilizing Somalia

The African Union (AU) has played a central role in stabilizing Somalia for over a decade, evolving through a series of missions to address the country’s security challenges. …

The US-Israel War on Iran and Africa’s Mounting Dilemma

What began as a joint US-Israel military strike on Iran has rapidly evolved into a conflict whose shockwaves are reverberating well beyond the Middle East.

The US-Israel War on Iran and Africa’s Mounting Dilemma

What began as a joint US-Israel military strike on Iran has rapidly evolved into a conflict whose shockwaves are reverberating well beyond the Middle East. As the Strait …

COP29 in Baku: A Post-Conference Analysis of Climate Action Commitments and Challenges

Bravin Onditi December 5, 2024 The dust has settled on the twenty-ninth annual UN climate change conference (COP29), held in Baku, Azerbaijan, and the global climate community is …

How Drones Are Redefining Conflicts in the Horn of Africa

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, are reshaping warfare across the Horn of Africa, transforming from peripheral surveillance tools into central instruments of military strategy

AGOA Versus America First: The Future of the US–Africa Trade

For months, African exporters and US importers, retailers, and sourcing firms reliant on AGOA preferences  have operated in uncertainty. The expiration of AGOA in September 2025 created a …

El Fasher Falls: What It Means for the Future of Sudan’s War

As of October 29, 2025, Sudan’s war has crossed a dark and decisive threshold with the fall of El Fasher, the historic capital of Darfur and the last …