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Personalised, one-on-one or small-group sessions with HORN Institute analysts. Tailored insights for high-stakes decision-making across the Horn of Africa and Great Lakes.

Available upon request

The HORN Expert Briefing is a premium service providing tailored, in-depth analysis of political, security, and geopolitical developments across the Horn of Africa and the Great Lakes region. Designed to support high-stakes decision-making, it delivers focused insights, scenario outlooks, and actionable recommendations aligned with an organization’s priorities

What sets Expert Briefings apart

“Candid, direct access to HORN’s senior analysts — tailored entirely to your organisation’s strategic questions and decision timelines.”

Session Features

Tailored Analysis

Every session is built around your organisation’s specific priorities — no generic briefings. The analyst prepares based on your stated focus areas and questions in advance.

Scenario Outlooks

Analysts present multiple forward-looking scenarios with probabilities and strategic implications, helping your team prepare for a range of outcomes.

Interactive Q&A

Sessions include substantive Q&A time, allowing your team to probe specific questions and test assumptions directly with the analyst.

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Sessions can be conducted in-person at HORN Institute’s Nairobi offices or via secure virtual platforms to accommodate diplomatic and international clients.

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HORN Strategic Intelligence Briefing

Monthly actionable insights on fast-moving events and policy implications

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Political Risk Analysis

Forward-looking analysis of political, governance and security risks shaping the Horn of Africa and the Great Lakes region

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Regional Security Analysis

Strategic analysis of conflict dynamics, security threats and geopolitical developments shaping stability across the Horn of Africa and the Great Lakes region

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Monitoring & Evaluation

Rigorous M&E support for peace building and development

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