Mark Bradbury

Learn how RVI’s Research Communities of Practice programme trains early career researchers across East and Central Africa to strengthen skills, share knowledge and amplify local voices in research and policy. Learn more: tinyurl.com/ysd42m46

Sudan’s peace deals have repeatedly fallen short and left core issues unresolved. Join RVI and the Sudan Norway Academic Collaboration on 6 December for a hybrid forum exploring new approaches to peacemaking shaped by Sudanese voices. Register: bit.ly/4pPeMco

The August edition of the RVI Newsletter is out! Preview it here: bit.ly/3JqbFYr Not subscribed yet? Stay updated by signing up here: bit.ly/45zBZGI

Through its local research network, @XCEPT_Research centered local voices, reaching hard-to-access areas and challenging dominant narratives. @JoelOdiwuor explains how this shaped grounded research and policy in Ep. 1 of 6 of the Beyond Series. Listen: bit.ly/BeyondXCEPT

Joel Otieno reflects on stakeholder dialogue at the workshop and how it sheds light on cross-border conflict in the Horn of Africa. @XCEPT_Research Learn how evidence can guide action here: youtu.be/nz9SuVvN9gw

RVI 2025 Horn of Africa course teacher @smukhtar_ is a governance expert with over 12 years’ experience navigating political settlements, federalism and inclusive dialogue in Somalia and Kenya. Register now: bit.ly/3Ryx6am

RVI 2025 Great Lakes course teacher Michael Kavanagh is an American journalist who has covered Central African politics and economics for 20+ years, reporting for Bloomberg, The Economist, BBC and others. Register: bit.ly/42cMJt1

RVI 2025 Horn of Africa course teacher @africaupdate is RVI’s Publications Manager with 20+ years’ experience in the Horn of Africa. He’s a Research Associate at Oxford and Managing Editor of the Journal of Eastern African Studies. Register: bit.ly/3Ryx6am

‘It’s a deep dive into the region’s history, policy and social context—but also an unparalleled opportunity for community building among participants.’ Michael Woldemariam, past course teacher, on what sets RVI’s field course approach apart. Register: bit.ly/3RoODBP

'It’s different—in a good way and in an inspirational way.' Kiden Laki, a researcher and gender specialist, reflects on learning alongside diplomats, policymakers and others with diverse perspectives. RVI’s field courses make that possible. Register: bit.ly/3RoODBP

‘Diagnosis first, prescription second—you need good analysis before taking action.’ @kemenkhaus, Director of Studies for RVI’s Horn of Africa course, on how our training helps participants build the grounding to support more effective interventions. bit.ly/3RoODBP

‘It’s a rare opportunity to bring together academic heavyweights and subject experts for a week of joint reflection.’ @feyissa_dereje, past course teacher, on what makes RVI’s field course training unique.  Register: bit.ly/3RoODBP

Sign up for the Sudan & South Sudan Course, 9–12 June. Theme: ‘War Makes States and States Make War.’ Explore regime change, political economies of violence, famine, forced migration and grassroots antiwar initiatives. Register now: bit.ly/446gj5Z

HORN OF AFRICA COURSE | MAY 26–29 Past Participant Testimonial: “My expectations have been largely met. I appreciated the intense review of information—from politics to history..." — Yannick Hingorani, Canadian High Commission Register now: bit.ly/3Ryx6am

GREAT LAKES COURSE | JUNE 2-5 Past Participant Testimonial: "An excellent course, in particular I appreciated the historical context and perspectives from the political economy..." – Maaike van Vliet, Embassy of the Netherlands, Bujumbura Register: bit.ly/42cMJt1

RVI 2025 Sudan & South Sudan Course Led by Dr. Nicki Kindersley and @MakawiRaga: Experts on conflict, political resistance and governance, they bring deep research and regional insight to this year’s course. Register to gain expert perspectives: bit.ly/446gj5Z

Missed our recent forum on political instability in the Great Lakes, the Horn of Africa and the Sudans? Catch up on the discussion exploring conflict drivers, regional dynamics and pathways to peace. Watch here: bit.ly/4iVUJFD

Join RVI’s 2025 Field Courses: HORN OF AFRICA, GREAT LAKES and SUDAN & SOUTH SUDAN. Led by top experts, these courses explore key regional issues. For more information, click: bit.ly/3RoODBP

NEW REPORT| THE ETHIOPIAN ORTHODOX TEWAHEDO CHURCH IN POST-2018 ETHIOPIA @feyissa_dereje examines how the church is navigating shifting power dynamics, rising interfaith tensions & its changing place in national identity & politics. Read more: bit.ly/3FUee32 #Ethiopia

SUDAN & SOUTH SUDAN COURSE | JUNE 9-12 Past Participant Testimonial: "I take valuable insights & lessons from this week which will influence the way I look at the Sudans..." - Stefanie Küng, Department of Foreign Affairs, Switzerland Register now bit.ly/446gj5Z