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IGAD and South Sudan Strengthen National Coordination for the Implementation of the Building Women’s Economic Resilience for Sustainable Peace Project

July 31, 2026 (Juba, South Sudan): IGAD, through its Land Governance Unit, in collaboration with the Government of the Republic…

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IGAD Strengthens State-Level Partnerships to Advance Women’s Economic Resilience and Sustainable Peace in South Sudan

July 28–29, 2026 (Torit, South Sudan): IGAD, through its Land Governance Unit in collaboration with the Government of the Republic…

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IGAD Trained Peace-building Actors to Advance Gender-Responsive Peace-building in Somalia

July 27, 2026 (Mogadishu, Somalia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has successfully concluded Capacity Building Training for Peace-building Actors…

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Building Better Projects: IGAD Strengthens Environmental and Social Risk Management to Advance Sustainable Food Systems.

July 16, 2026 (Entebbe, Uganda): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through its Food Systems Resilience Program (FSRP) and the…

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IGAD, Somalia Strengthen Coordination to Advance Women’s participation and Leadership in Peacebuilding

July 23, 2026 (Mogadishu, Somalia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), in partnership with the Federal Government of Somalia, concluded…

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IGAD Launches Initiative to Strengthen Women’s Economic Resilience and Inclusive Peacebuilding in Somalia

July 20, 2026 (Mogadishu, Somalia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), with financial support from the African Development Bank (AfDB)…

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IGAD and AfCFTA Strengthen SPS Capacity to Advance Safe Regional Trade

July 16, 2026 (Nairobi, Kenya): IGAD, through the Food Systems Resilience Program (FSRP), in collaboration with the African Continental Free…

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IGAD Advances Regional Centres of Excellence to Drive Climate-Smart Agriculture

July 8, 2026 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has convened Member States, research institutions, Centres of…

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IGAD Advances Operationalization of the Soil Health and Fertilizer Hub Through Inaugural Governance Meetings and Learning Visit in Kenya

June 25, 2026 (Nairobi, Kenya): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through its Food Systems Resilience Program (FSRP) and with…

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Joint Planning & Synchronised Livestock Vaccination Launch between Ethiopia & Kenya

June 23-25, 2026 (MOYALE, Ethiopia-Kenya) Ethiopia and Kenya jointly planned for synchronized cross-border vaccination and surveillance stemming from the bilateral…

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IGAD Advances the Regional Blue Economy Agenda at the 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, Kenya

June 18, 2026 (Mombasa, Kenya): An IGAD delegation led by Dr Eshete Dejen, Head of the Sustainable Environment Protection Unit…

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World Ocean Day 2026

IGAD, through its regional and national Blue Economy (BE) strategies, has achieved significant milestones in enhancing its Blue Economy agenda…

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IGAD Strengthens Regional Cooperation to Combat Cross-Border Wildlife Trafficking

June 4, 2026 (Djibouti, Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has concluded a four-day Regional Training on Cooperation Against…

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Strengthening Transboundary Wildlife Conservation and Community Engagement in the Boma–Gambella Landscape

May 16, 2026 (Gambella, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through its Sustainable Environment Protection Unit (SEPU) under the…

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IGAD Advances Groundwater Resilience for Communities Across the Horn of Africa

May 13, 2026 (Nairobi, Kenya): IGAD convened a three day regional workshop in Nairobi to accelerate implementation of the Horn…

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IGAD Convenes Regional Experts’ Consultation to Advance Climate Resilience and Adaption Agenda in the Horn

April 23, 2026 (Djibouti, Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through its Agriculture and Environment Division (AED) and the…

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Call for applications: Blue Grant Scholarship Under Be-Prosper Project

The Blue Grant Scholarship under the Building Blue Economy Resilience and Prosperity in IGAD & Horn of Africa (BE-Prosper) initiative…

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Consultative Workshop for a Joint Karamoja Programme

April 8, 2026 (Moroto District, Uganda): The Karamoja sub-region, long recognised for it's strategic role in Uganda’s development and its…

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IGAD Advances Transboundary Conservation in the Boma–Gambella Landscape

March 24, 2026 (Juba, South Sudan): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), in collaboration with its Implementing partner African Parks…

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IGAD Regional Women Forum on Agrifood Systems Concludes in Addis Ababa

March 5-6, 2026 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through its Food Systems Resilience Program (FSRP) with…

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Women Feed the Region. Now They’re Shaping Its Future.

Women Feed the Region. Now They're Shaping Its Future. Reflections from the Inaugural IGAD W omen Forum on Agri-food Systems…

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IGAD to Launch Regional Women Forum on Agrifood Systems in Addis Ababa

March 4, 2026 (Djibouti, Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) will convene the IGAD Women Forum on Agrifood Systems…

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IGAD FOOD AND NUTRITION SECURITY STRATEGY 2025-2034

The IGAD Food Security & Nutrition Strategy (2025-2034) is structured into nine sections and annexes, including seven country reports, in…

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High-Level Political and Technical Dialogue on Scaling Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) in Eastern and Southern Africa

Joint World Bank – IGAD – CCARDESA Event March 4, 2026 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): We, the Ministers, Heads of Delegations,…

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IGAD Strengthens Regional Infrastructure Data Management through AUDA-NEPAD AID Training

February 27, 2026 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has concluded its participation in the AUDA-NEPAD African…

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IGAD Advances Regional Digital Trade Solutions to Boost Cross-Border Agricultural Trade

February 26, 2026 (Nairobi, Kenya): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has concluded a four-day Regional Consultative Dialogue on Digital…

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IGAD to Convene Regional Forum on Scaling Climate Smart Agriculture in Addis Ababa

February 26, 2026 (ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development through its Food Systems Resilience Program will convene a…

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Djibouti Groundwater Resilience and Water Supply Project (P511492)

ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL COMMITMENT PLAN The Republic of Djibouti (the Recipient) will implement the Djibouti Groundwater Resilience and Water Supply…

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IGAD Delegation Concludes Successful Participation in the 39th African Union Summit

February 15, 2026 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) today concluded a highly productive week at the…

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Scaling up Uganda’s Experience on Fish Export and Aquaculture for a Resilient and Competitive Blue Economy

December 15–18, 2025 (ENTEBBE, Uganda): Uganda’s steadily expanding fisheries and aquaculture sector is emerging as one of the most promising…

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IGAD Hosts ISO 27001 Training and ICT Retreat to Strengthen Digital Security and Governance

July 28, 2025 (ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has launched a five-day ISO/IEC 27001 Training and…

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IGAD Kicks off Validation and Training for New Digital Reporting System in Addis Ababa

June 9, 2025 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) commenced a two-day workshop to test and validate…

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IGAD Builds Regional Training on E-Learning Platform Administration

May 27–28, 2025 (Arta, Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) kicked off a two-day capacity-building training for ICT system…

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IGAD Hosts Capacity Building Training in Instructional Design to Advance E-Learning Rollout

May 20, 2025 - Nairobi, Kenya: The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has launched a four-day capacity building training in…

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IGAD Ambassadors Unanimously Endorse 2024 Budget, Signal Expansion with New Headquarters.

December 21, 2023, (ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia): The Committee of Ambassadors of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) unanimously endorsed the…

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Committee of Ambassadors Boosts IGAD Budget 2023 with 10% Increments

December 10, 2022, (BISHOFTU, Ethiopia): The Committee of Ambassadors of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development yesterday convened and endorsed the…

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IGAD Is Compliant to International Standards in Financial Reporting

Sept. 3, 2019 (NAIROBI, Kenya): The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), Amb. (Eng) Mahboub Maalim, today…

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Africa Integration Day 2026: Celebrating the Journey Towards a More Connected Africa From Regional Action to Continental Prosperity – The IGAD Perspective Connecting People. Connecting Markets. Building Africa’s Future.

Every year on 7 July, Africa celebrates Africa Integration Day, commemorating the launch of the operational phase of the African…

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IGAD Convenes Third HDMI Project Steering Committee Meeting to Accelerate Regional Digital Market Integration

June 30, 2026 (JUBA, South Sudan): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) today convened the Third Project Steering Committee (PSC)…

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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS In-Country Training and Mentorship for Women and Youth MSMEs on Gender-Sensitive Digital Trade

Horn of Africa Digital Market Integration Project CALL FOR APPLICATIONS In-Country Training and Mentorship for Women and Youth MSMEs on…

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Media Urged to Put People at the Centre of Eastern Africa’s Digital Transformation Story

May 7, 2026, Nairobi, Kenya: Across Eastern Africa, digital transformation is changing the way people trade, learn, communicate, access services…

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IGAD Advances Regional Digital Trade Solutions to Boost Cross-Border Agricultural Trade

February 26, 2026 (Nairobi, Kenya): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has concluded a four-day Regional Consultative Dialogue on Digital…

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IGAD Delegation Concludes Successful Participation in the 39th African Union Summit

February 15, 2026 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) today concluded a highly productive week at the…

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IGAD Convenes Regional Validation Workshop to Advance Public Private Partnerships for Digital Transformation

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), with support from the World Bank through the Eastern Africa Regional Digital Integration Project…

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IGAD Advances Regional Digital Integration Through Spectrum Management Strategy Validation Workshop

December 11, 2025 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), in partnership with the World Bank through the…

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AfDB and IGAD Strengthen Collaboration to Accelerate Regional Integration and AfCFTA Implementation

October 6, 2025 (Djibouti, Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Secretariat, with its Economic Cooperation & Regional Integration Division…

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IGAD Builds a Safer Digital Future Through Regional Cyber Resilience Workshop in Djibouti

October 6–8, 2025 (Arta, Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through the Eastern Africa Regional Digital Integration Project (EARDIP),…

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Inaugural Meeting for the IGAD’s Horn of Africa Digital Market Integration (HDMI) Project Steering Committee

July 29, 2025 (Arta, Republic of Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) convened the inaugural Project Steering Committee (PSC)…

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Statement of IGAD Executive Secretary and Chair of the Inter-REC/RM Coordination and Collaboration Platform Meeting

ES Statement | AU-RECs Coordination Platform Meeting 7th AU-MYCM | 12.07.2025 Opening Address H.E. WORKNEH GEBEYEHU, Ph.D IGAD EXECUTIVE SECRETARY…

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Youth as the Engine of Economic Growth in the IGAD Region

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) region is home to one of the youngest populations in the world, with over…

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Women at the Heart of Africa’s Prosperity: IGAD’s Bold Vision for Economic Empowerment

Women are the driving force behind Africa’s economic development, playing a pivotal role in agriculture, trade, and entrepreneurship. Across the…

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Communiqué of the Meeting of the Ministers of Tourism

We, the Ministers responsible for Tourism from the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) member states, namely: the Republic of Djibouti,…

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IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, Official Visit to the Federal Republic of Somalia

MOGADISHU, Somalia, 16 September 2024 – The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), His Excellency Dr. Workneh…

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Intra-regional Trade and Economic Integration: The Case of IGAD Region

Introduction: History tells us that trade began as a barter system in which people exchanged one object for another. Then…

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IGAD launches the Djibouti-Ethiopia train caravan to promote regional integration

July 2, 2023 (NAGAD, Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has launched Djibouti-Ethiopia railway caravan for the promotion of…

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IGAD and AfDB Collaborate for Renewable Energy for the Region

March 16, 2023 (ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), with the financial support of the African Development…

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IGAD and Partners Held a Training Workshop on the International Road Transport (TIR/eTIR) and the Conventions on the Contract for the International Carriage of Goods by Roads (CMR/eCMR)

February 3, 2023 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and some partners yesterday closed a two-day training workshop…

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Eastern Africa Regional Digital Integration Project (P176181)

Electronic Waste (E-waste) Management Plan The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Secretariat will manage environmental and social risks and impacts…

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The Regional Trade Policy 2022-2026 of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development

"This IGAD Regional Trade Policy is an important step towards the realization of the aspirations of the IGAD Member States…

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IGAD Launches its Regional Trade Policy 2022-2026

September 15, 2022 (NAIROBI, Kenya): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) today launched the IGAD Regional Trade Policy 2022-2026 in…

Impact of Covid-19 on Education systems in the IGAD region

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Impact of COVID-19 On Trade and Tourism in IGAD Region

COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the general normal life globally. The IGAD region has not been an exception to this calamity.…

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IGAD Secretariat Hosting African Development Bank Project Preparation Mission

March 29, 2022 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti): The IGAD Secretariat is hosting an African Development Bank (AfDB) mission to prepare the structuring of…

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Draft National AfCFTA Implementation Strategy for Sudan Reviewed and Validated by Stakeholders

Monday, February 14, 2022: The Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) was launched in 2018 and ratified in Niger in…

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Region to Band together in Support of the IGAD Regional Infrastructure Master Plan

November 26, 2021 (NAIROBI, Kenya): The roundtable conference to support the implementation of the IGAD Regional Infrastructure Master Plan was…

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Development Partners Round Table Conference for IGAD Regional Infrastructure Master Plan (IRIMP), November 23 – 25, 2021 Nairobi, Kenya

Development Partners’ Roundtable on IGAD Regional Infrastructure November 23-25, 2022 Development Partners’ Roundtable on IGAD Regional Infrastructure November 23-25, 2022…

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Regional Integration In Africa – The Case Of IGAD

The Case of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Across the globe, integration has become an essential feature of today’s…

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IGAD Business Forum Convene In Addis Ababa

The 5th IGAD Business Forum Meeting opened in Addis Ababa at Intercontinental hotel this morning with representation from the African…

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IGAD Executive Secretary Concludes High-level Mission to Sudan, Reaffirms Commitment to a Sudanese-led Path to Peace and Recovery

July 31, 2026 (Khartoum, Sudan): The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu, has…

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IGAD Executive Secretary Congratulates Uganda on Being Declared Ebola Free

July 29, 2026 (Djibouti, Djibouti): The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, congratulates…

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IGAD Executive Secretary Leads Delegation to Hamburg Sustainability Conference to Advance Regional Partnerships

June 29, 2026 (Hamburg, Germany): The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, is…

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IGAD Congratulates Ethiopia on the Successful Conduct of the 7th General Elections

June 23, 2026 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti) – The Secretariat of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) congratulates the Government and people…

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Statement by H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, IGAD Executive Secretary, on the Day of the African Child 2026

Statement by H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, IGAD Executive Secretary, on the Day of the African Child 2026 Ensuring universal access…

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IGAD Expresses Grave Concern Over Escalating Hostilities in El Obeid, Sudan

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) expresses grave concern over the escalating military activities in El Obeid, the capital of…

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IGAD Executive Secretary Concludes Mission to IsDB 2026 Meetings in Baku with Renewed Partnerships for Regional Resilience

June 20, 2026 (Baku, Azerbaijan): — The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu,…

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Statement of H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) on World Refugee Day 2026

June 20, 2026 (Djibouti, Djibouti):On this World Refugee Day 2026, we are reminded that the right to seek safety is…

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IGAD Calls for Restraint and Respect for Somalia’s Sovereignty Amid Emerging Developments

June 18, 2026 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti): The Secretariat of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) reaffirms its commitment to the sovereignty,…

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IGAD Reaffirms Support for South Sudan’s Peace Process, Democratic Transition, and Election Preparations During High-Level Meeting with President Salva Kiir

June 17, 2026 (JUBA, South Sudan): The IGAD Special Envoy to South Sudan, H.E. Amb. Moussa Djama Ali, accompanied by…

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IGAD Calls for Immediate De-escalation to Protect Somalia’s Stability and Future

June 4, 2026 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti) — The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) expresses deep concern over reports of violence in…

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Opening Statement by H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, IGAD Executive Secretary During the IGAD Ministerial Meeting on the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) Outbreak Virtual Meeting

Statement by H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, IGAD Executive Secretary During the IGAD Ministerial Meeting on the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD)…

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IGAD Secretariat Calls for Continued Dialogue in Somalia

May 16, 2026 (Djibouti, Djibouti): The IGAD Secretariat has taken note of the outcome of the consultations held in Mogadishu…

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Opening Speech H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu Executive Secretary, IGAD Mediation Reflection Conference Reimagining Mediation in a Fragmented World: The Challenge to African Multilateral Leadership

Opening Speech for the Executive Secretary of IGAD IGAD Mediation Reflection Conference Reimagining Mediation in a Fragmented World: The Challenge…

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Quintet Statement on the Sudan Conference Civilian Call for an End to the War and Advancement of Peace

April 15, 2026 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti) – The Quintet (the African Union, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the League of Arab…

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H.E. DR. WORKNEH GEBEYEHU, EXECUTIVE SECRETARY OF IGAD, CONGRATULATES H.E. ISMAÏL OMAR GUELLEH ON HIS RE ELECTION AS PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF DJIBOUTI

H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), congratulates H.E. Ismaïl Omar Guelleh on his…

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IGAD Deploys Election Observation Mission for the 10 April 2026 Presidential Election in Djibouti

April 7, 2026 (Djibouti, Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) announces the arrival of the IGAD Election Observation Mission…

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IGAD Calls for Dialogue and Restraint in Somalia

March 29, 2026 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti) — The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) is closely monitoring developments in the South West…

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IGAD Encourages Continued Somali Led Dialogue and National Cohesion

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has been following the recent dialogue between the Federal Government of Somalia and the…

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IGAD Delegation Concludes Successful Participation in the 39th African Union Summit

February 15, 2026 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) today concluded a highly productive week at the…

Mediation Support Peace and Security PRESS RELEASE The Executive Secretary

Quintet Joint Statement on de-escalation of the conflict in Sudan

The Quintet (the African Union, Intergovernmental Authority on Development, League of Arab States, European Union and the United Nations), expresses…

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IGAD at the 39th African Union Summit Meetings

February 10, 2026 (ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia): The IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, is leading a high level delegation…

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Statement by the Secretariat of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) On the Return of the Republic of the Sudan to IGAD

February 9, 2026 (Djibouti, Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) welcomes the decision of the Republic of the Sudan…

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Statement by the Secretariat of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) On the Meeting with the Prime Minister of the Republic of the Sudan

January 29, 2025 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti) — The IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, held consultations with the Prime Minister…

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Statement by the IGAD Executive Secretary on the Security Situation in South Sudan

January 28, 2026 (Djibouti, Djibouti): The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), Dr Workneh Gebeyehu expresses deep…

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Federal Parliament of Somalia Ratifies the IGAD Treaty

January 21, 2026 (Djibouti, Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) welcomes the ratification of the new IGAD Treaty by…

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H.E. DR. WORKNEH GEBEYEHU, EXECUTIVE SECRETARY OF IGAD, CONGRATULATES H.E. YOWERI KAGUTA MUSEVENI ON HIS RE ELECTION AS PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF UGANDA

IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, congratulates H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on his re election as President of the…

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IGAD Regrets Eritrea’s Decision to Withdraw from the Organisation

December 12, 2025 (Djibouti, Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has taken note of the decision by the Government…

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IGAD Media Awards 2025: Celebrating Excellence in Climate Storytelling in Addis Ababa

November 30, 2025 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia):The IGAD Media Awards 2025 concluded this evening at the Skylight Hotel, marking a powerful…

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IGAD Bids Farewell to Ambassador Ismail Wais (PhD) and Welcomes Ambassador Moussa Djama Ali as New Special Envoy to the Republic of South Sudan

December 1, 2025 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) bids farewell to Ambassador Ismail Wais (PhD), who…

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IGAD Trained Peace-building Actors to Advance Gender-Responsive Peace-building in Somalia

July 27, 2026 (Mogadishu, Somalia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has successfully concluded Capacity Building Training for Peace-building Actors…

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IGAD, Somalia Strengthen Coordination to Advance Women’s participation and Leadership in Peacebuilding

July 23, 2026 (Mogadishu, Somalia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), in partnership with the Federal Government of Somalia, concluded…

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IGAD Launches Initiative to Strengthen Women’s Economic Resilience and Inclusive Peacebuilding in Somalia

July 20, 2026 (Mogadishu, Somalia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), with financial support from the African Development Bank (AfDB)…

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Understanding Vulnerable Groups and Their Potential Contribution to Peace Sustainability and Restoration: The Case of Gambella, Ethiopia

Title: Understanding Vulnerable Groups and Their Potential Contribution to Peace Sustainability and Restoration: The Case of Gambella, Ethiopia Country: Ethiopia…

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The Status of Women At 25 Years of Implementation of UNSCR 1325 in Uganda

Title: The Status of Women at 25 Years of Implementation of UNSCR 1325 in Uganda Country: Uganda Area of Interest…

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Exploring Gender Roles and Civil-Military Relations in Contemporary Politics of Uganda

Topic: Exploring Gender Roles and Civil-Military Relations in Contemporary Politics of Uganda Author: Katusiime Elizabeth (PhD) Affiliation: Makerere University College…

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Women in Peace Operations: Reflections on UNSCR 1325, Gender Roles and Motherhood from Uganda’s Green and Blue Berets

Women in Peace Operations: Reflections on UNSCR 1325, Gender Roles and Motherhood from Uganda’s Green and Blue Berets Dr. Katusiime…

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IGAD Delegation Concludes Successful Participation in the 39th African Union Summit

February 15, 2026 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) today concluded a highly productive week at the…

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From Asking to Action: A Review of the Progress of the Women, Peace and Security Agenda in Africa Through the Voices of Women

1. History of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Agenda in Africa: In 2025, the 25th anniversary of the Women,…

Gender Research Paper

Women and Peacebuilding in Northeastern Kenya: Advancing Gender-Inclusive Peace Processes under the WPS Agenda.

Abstract This paper investigates the roles, contributions, and structural constraints shaping women’s participation in peacebuilding across Northeastern Kenya, with a…

Gender Evidence Story

From Disarmament to Dialogue: The Peacebuilding Journey of Dut Riak Juma in South Sudan.

December 16, 2025 (Juba, South Sudan): This story documents the peacebuilding efforts of Dut Riak Juma, a South Sudanese youth…

Gender Evidence Story

DIGITAL PEACE IN MOTION: A Story of Kenyan Women, Youth and the New Frontlines of Peacebuilding

December 16, 2025 (Nairobi, Kenya): Peace in Kenya has been changing shape right in front of our eyes. It has…

Gender Evidence Story

Youth-led Creative Mobilization for the Prevention of Gender-Based Violence in Djibouti: The Experience of Taalo Saan

Summary This article presents the experience of Taalo Saan, a civil society organization in Djibouti that harnesses creativity, peer engagement,…

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The Role of Women and Youth in Peacebuilding Across the IGAD Region.

The Role of Women and Youth in Peacebuilding Across the IGAD Region: Evidence, Case Examples, and Actionable Solutions. Introduction The…

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The Regional Women’s Forum concludes in Machakos: H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu Urges African Youth to Engage in the Digital Revolution

December 12, 2025 (Nairobi, kenya): The need to implement collective leadership and active participation in the digital transformation on the African…

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Breaking Barriers: Women’s Participation in Peace and Decision-Making Across Ethiopia

December 12, 2025 (Ethiopia): Insights from Regional Consultations Supporting Ethiopia’s National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security When women…

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Call for Submissions: IGAD WPS Evidence Hub

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Gender Affairs Programme with support from the Government of Japan invites submissions for the…

Gender Women

IGAD Concludes Training on Gender-Responsive Budgeting and Tracking for Programme and Procurement Staff

September 25, 2025 (Machakos, Kenya): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has successfully concluded a three-day Gender-Responsive Budgeting (GRB) and…

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IGAD Concludes Regional Workshop on Enhancing the Role of Women in Peace Processes

July 23, 2025 (Nairobi, Kenya): IGAD’s Peace and Security Division successfully concluded a three-day regional workshop on “Enhancing the Role of…

Gender Migration

Gender Analysis Report on the Dynamics of Forced Displacement in the IGAD Region

The IGAD region comprising hosts some of the largest refugee and internally displaced populations globally, with over 5 million refugees…

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IGAD Champions Women’s Land Rights at Uganda’s 2nd Parliamentary Symposium on Land Governance

June 27, 2025 (Kampala, Uganda): IGAD, in partnership with the Uganda Parliamentary Land Management Forum, today joined key stakeholders in…

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IGAD Engages Uganda Women Parliamentarians to Champion Land Rights and Climate Resilience

June 26, 2025 (Kampala, Uganda): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through its Land Governance Programme, convened a high-level national…

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IGAD Convenes National Dialogue on Women Parliamentarians in Uganda

June 24, 2025 (Kampala, Uganda): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through its Land Governance Programme, is convening a National…

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IGAD Strengthens Institutional Commitment to Gender Equality Through Senior Management Training

June 24, 2025, (Diani, Kenya) — The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through its Gender Affairs Department, has convened a…

Gender

IGAD Concludes Review and Validation Workshop for Customised Gender Mainstreaming Guidelines and Tools

May 20–22, 2025 (Machakos, Kenya): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through its Gender Department, concluded a three-day workshop aimed…

Gender

IGAD Launches a Review and Validation Workshop for the Customised Gender Mainstreaming Guidelines and Tools for IGAD Pillars / Programme Areas

May 20, 2025 (Machakos, Kenya): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through its Gender Department, has launched a three-day Review and Validation…

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Call for Proposal: Innovation Grants for Women and Youth Peace Initiatives

Call for Proposal: Innovation Grants for Women and Youth Peace Initiatives IGAD/GENDER Innovation grants supported by the Government of Japan…

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IGAD and Japan Partner to Empower Women and Youth in Leadership and Peacebuilding

March 8, 2025 – Djibouti, Djibouti: On International Women’s Day, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and the Government of…

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Accelerate Action: Advancing Gender Equality in the IGAD Region

8 March 2025 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti): International Women’s Day is a global platform to celebrate the achievements of women and advocate…

Gender Women

Migrant and Refugee Women Catalysing Social Development within the IGAD Region

Women refugees and migrants in the IGAD region play a crucial role in social development. They create opportunities and contribute…

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Quintet Statement on Ongoing Consultations with Sudanese Political Stakeholders

6 August 2026 – As a continuation of the first round of exploratory consultations held in Addis Ababa in June,…

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IGAD Executive Secretary Concludes High-level Mission to Sudan, Reaffirms Commitment to a Sudanese-led Path to Peace and Recovery

July 31, 2026 (Khartoum, Sudan): The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu, has…

Peace and Security

IGAD Convenes Third Forum of Special Envoys to Harmonise Mediation Efforts for Sudan

July 21, 2026 (NAIROBI, Kenya): IGAD convened the Third Forum of Special Envoys and Representatives under the theme, ‘Harmonizing Regional…

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IGAD Strengthens Internal Coordination for EU-Funded Regional Stabilization Project

June 11-13, 2026 (BISHOFTU, Ethiopia): IGAD successfully conducted its First Internal Coordination Workshop for the European Union-funded project, ‘EU Support…

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IGAD and Partners Successfully Conclude South Sudan National Youth Leadership, Peace, and Security Forum.

July 21, 2026 (Juba, South Sudan): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through the Office of the IGAD Youth Special…

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IGAD and Partners to Convene South Sudan National Youth Leadership, Peace and Security Forum.

July 20–24, 2026 (Juba, South Sudan): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) through the Office of the IGAD Youth Special…

Peace and Security PRESS RELEASE Press Releases The Executive Secretary

IGAD Calls for Restraint and Respect for Somalia’s Sovereignty Amid Emerging Developments

June 18, 2026 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti): The Secretariat of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) reaffirms its commitment to the sovereignty,…

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IGAD Reaffirms Support for South Sudan’s Peace Process, Democratic Transition, and Election Preparations During High-Level Meeting with President Salva Kiir

June 17, 2026 (JUBA, South Sudan): The IGAD Special Envoy to South Sudan, H.E. Amb. Moussa Djama Ali, accompanied by…

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IGAD Calls for Immediate De-escalation to Protect Somalia’s Stability and Future

June 4, 2026 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti) — The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) expresses deep concern over reports of violence in…

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IGAD Election Observation Mission to the 7th General Election of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Held on Monday June 1, 2026 Preliminary Report

IGAD ELECTION OBSERVATION MISSION TO THE 7TH GENERAL ELECTION OF THE FEDERAL DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF ETHIOPIA HELD ON MONDAY 1ST…

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Arrival Statement Intergovernmental Authority on Development Election Observation Mission to the 7th General Election in the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

May 27, 2026 (ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) announces the arrival of the IGAD Election Observation…

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IGAD Strengthens Ethiopia’s Judicial Capacity to Address Terrorism Financing, Money Laundering and Technology-Enabled Crimes

May 15-17, 2026 (BISHOFTU, Ethiopia): IGAD, through its Security Sector Program (IGAD SSP), successfully concluded a three-day National Judicial Training…

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Establishment of a National Multi-Agency Platform on Countering Hate Speech and Disinformation in the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 18 May 2026 — The Conflict Early Warning and Response Mechanism for IGAD Member States (CEWARN), in…

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IGAD Convenes the 1st Mediation Reflection Conference to Advance African-Centred Approaches to Peacemaking

April 28-29, 2026 (NAIROBI, Kenya): IGAD concluded a two-day Mediation Reflection Conference bringing together senior policymakers, mediators, diplomats, researchers and…

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Quintet Statement on the Sudan Conference Civilian Call for an End to the War and Advancement of Peace

April 15, 2026 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti) – The Quintet (the African Union, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the League of Arab…

Peace and Security Political Affairs PRESS RELEASE The Executive Secretary

IGAD Deploys Election Observation Mission for the 10 April 2026 Presidential Election in Djibouti

April 7, 2026 (Djibouti, Djibouti): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) announces the arrival of the IGAD Election Observation Mission…

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IGAD Delegation Concludes Successful Participation in the 39th African Union Summit

February 15, 2026 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) today concluded a highly productive week at the…

Mediation Support Peace and Security PRESS RELEASE The Executive Secretary

Quintet Joint Statement on de-escalation of the conflict in Sudan

The Quintet (the African Union, Intergovernmental Authority on Development, League of Arab States, European Union and the United Nations), expresses…

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IGAD Secretariat Reiterates Its Firm Commitment to the Federal Republic of Somalia’s Unity, Sovereignty, and Territorial Integrity

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Secretariat has taken note of recent developments in the Horn of Africa, including announcements…

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IGAD Notes the Conduct of Municipal Elections in Mogadishu as a Step Toward Democratic Governance

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) notes the orderly conduct of the municipal elections in Mogadishu on 25 December 2025,…

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IGAD Concludes The Women, Peace and Security Brainstorming Session

December 03–04, 2025, (BISHOFTU, Ethiopia): IGAD has concluded a two-day Women, Peace and Security (WPS) brainstorming session. The meeting convened…

Office of the Special Envoy for South Sudan PRESS RELEASE The Executive Secretary

IGAD Bids Farewell to Ambassador Ismail Wais (PhD) and Welcomes Ambassador Moussa Djama Ali as New Special Envoy to the Republic of South Sudan

December 1, 2025 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) bids farewell to Ambassador Ismail Wais (PhD), who…

Peace and Security

Regional Forum on Women, Digital Security and Artificial Intelligence

November 24-26, 2025 (MACHAKOS, Kenya): IGAD successfully concluded a three-day Regional Forum on Women, Digital Security and Artificial Intelligence, bringing…

IGAD Security Sector Program Peace and Security

Ethiopia–Uganda Bilateral Workshop Advances Joint Action Against Human Trafficking and Smuggling

November 18–20,2025 (ENTEBBE, Uganda): The IGAD Security Sector Program (IGAD-SSP) convened a three-day bilateral workshop bringing together senior officials from…

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Official speech of H.E Dr Workneh Gebeyehu, IGAD Executive Secretary, 2nd Forum of Special Envoys/Representatives Harmonizing Regional and International Mediation Efforts for the Sudan Peace Process

OPENING STATEMENT H.E. Workneh Gebeyehu, IGAD Executive Secretary 2nd Forum of Special Envoys/Representatives Harmonising Regional and International Mediation Efforts for…

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IGAD Welcomes Ethiopia’s Selection as Host of COP32 and Commends Continental Leadership on Climate Action

November 12-13, 2025 (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): IGAD’s Peace and Security Division successfully concluded the 3rd IGAD Governance Forum, convened under the…

IGAD Security Sector Program Peace and Security

IGAD Celebrating the Silver-Jubilee of The Palermo Convention against Transnational Crime on the occasion of the International Day for the Prevention of and Fight against All Forms of Transnational Organized Crime

The date of this commemoration was not chosen at random. On 15 November 2000, the General Assembly adopted the United…

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