What will the war in Sudan mean for Ethiopia?

For decades, Sudan and Ethiopia had strong economic and political ties.

But recent developments have strained relations between neighbours.

Last year, a border dispute over land claimed by both countries threatened potential conflict.

Ethiopia’s multibillion-dollar hydroelectric dam in the Blue Nile has been a source of tension for years.

Now, with widespread conflict in Sudan and refugees crossing the border into Ethiopia, sSome wonder if new alliances will be formed.

And is there a risk of overflow?

Presenter: Imran Khan

Guests:

Aicha El Basri – Researcher at the Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies and former African Union spokesperson

Etana Dinka – Assistant Professor at James Madison University, focusing on the political history of Ethiopia and Africa

Dallia Abdelmoniem – Political commentator