September 5, 2026 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti) – The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) is pleased to announce that the 74th Extraordinary Session of the IGAD Council of Ministers will take place on 15 September 2026 in Djibouti City, Djibouti, bringing together Ministers of Foreign Affairs and designated representatives of IGAD Member States to deliberate on key regional peace and security issues and other matters of importance to the region.
The meeting will provide an opportunity for Member States to review prevailing peace and security developments, assess ongoing regional efforts, and strengthen collective approaches towards peace, stability and cooperation across the IGAD region.
The Council will also discuss institutional matters, including issues related to the implementation and strengthening of the IGAD Treaty, in support of the Authority’s mandate and evolving regional priorities.
IGAD Member States remain committed to working collectively to address the challenges facing the region and to promote peace, stability and prosperity for the people of the IGAD region.
The Council is expected to issue a communiqué outlining the outcomes and decisions of the meeting.
The Council of Ministers is one of the principal policy organs of IGAD and plays a key role in guiding the work of the Authority and advancing cooperation among Member States.
The IGAD Secretariat welcomes media organisations interested in covering the meeting. Media accreditation details are provided in the accompanying Media Advisory.
DOWNLOAD: Media Advisory – 74th Extraordinary IGAD Council of Ministers Meeting
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Ms. Patience Nyange, Spokesperson of the IGAD Executive Secretary,
Email: patience.nyange@igad.int WhatsApp: +253 722499837
Mr. Austine Opata, IGAD Head of Communications,
IGAD Secretariat, Djibouti. Email: austine.opata@igad.int WhatsApp: +253 77267283
