The Ilemi Triangle is a historically volatile strip of land at the Northwest tip of the Kenyan Border with South Sudan and Ethiopia. A quiet dispute exists between Kenya and South Sudan on its ownership.The Turkana and Dassanech tribes have been fighting for the Triangle’s grazing rights since pre-colonial times. Rumors of oil deposits will only make make the future more perilous.
Ethiopia’s Triumph at the 1896 Battle of Adwa
The decisive BATTLE OF ADWA in 1896 (also known as Battle of Adowa) ensured nearly uninterrupted sovereignty for ETHIOPIA. History, preparedness and foresight on the part of Menelik II ensured victory at this historic battle.