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The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) is a Regional Economic Community of the African Union. The current Executive Secretary is H.E. @DrWorkneh
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🌍 IT’S HERE! IGAD Media Awards 2025.Are you shaping the narrative of our region? This is your moment. Submissions are OPEN for the most anticipated celebration of storytelling in the Horn of Africa!. This year, we’re turning the spotlight on climate change—its impact, its
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Clarification on IGAD’s Official Communications. The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) wishes to clarify that it has not issued any official press release concerning the ongoing Ramadan peace process. Any statements attributed to IGAD on this matter should be
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We are proud to announce H.E. @AbiyAhmedAli, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (@PMEthiopia), as the new IGAD Tourism Champion for a period of 3 years. His visionary leadership will play a pivotal role in advancing sustainable tourism across the
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#IGAD Executive Secretary, @DrWorkneh, meets with the President of the Republic of Kenya, H.E. Dr. @WilliamsRuto on the sidelines of #UNGA to confer on regional affairs.
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IGAD head of Election Observation Mission, H.E. Dr. Teshome, meets with the Deputy President of Kenya and Presidential aspirant, @WilliamsRuto, to confer on the August 9 General Elections preparation. #IGADEOMKenya2022
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New Appointment at IGAD. We are thrilled to announce and welcome @NyangePatience to the #IGAD family effective March 2024. Patience Nyange joins our team as the Spokesperson, Office of the Executive Secretary, H.E. @DrWorkneh. With her many years of experience, expertise, and
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The 13th Ordinary IGAD Summit of Heads of States and Summit has concluded in Addis Ababa. Major Outcome. The Summit adopted a new IGAD Structure. Sudan is the new chair of IGAD. Stay tuned for more on the Communique.
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The 42nd ExtraOrdinary Session of the IGAD Assembly of Heads of State and Government is set to convene in the Republic of Uganda 🇺🇬 on January 18, 2024. #IGADAssembly
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Congratulations H.E. Mahamoud Ali Youssouf upon your election as the African Union Commission Chair during the 38th AU Summit of Heads of State and Government!
Congratulations my brother H.E. Mahamoud Ali Youssouf upon your election as the African Union Chair during the 38th AU Summit of Heads of State and Government!.This is a resounding affirmation of the trust and confidence placed in you by African Heads of State and Government.
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Statement of the IGAD Executive Secretary, @DrWorkneh, on the recent developments in relations between the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) and the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS). 👇.
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#IGAD Executive Secretary @amb_mahboub congratulates @UKenyatta @PresidentKE on his re-election @AMB_A_Mohammed
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The President of the Republic of #Kenya arrived in #Djibouti ahead of the #IGAD Summit for an official visit to the Republic of 🇩🇯. Executive Secretary @DrWorkneh among the officials who received H.E President @WilliamsRuto at the Airport. #IGADSummit14
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IGAD Welcomes the Ankara Agreement Between the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and the Federal Republic of Somalia.Home . Read more:. Photo courtesy.
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#IGAD Executive Secretary Appoints Mr. Nuur Mohamud Sheekh As His Spokesperson . Press release at
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Pres @IsmailOguelleh, @SudanPMHamdok & #IGAD Chair, PM @AbiyAhmedAli, Pres Kenyatta @StateHouseKenya, Pres @M_Farmaajo, VP De Mabior @SouthSudanGov, Amb of🇺🇬to🇪🇹, @DrWorkneh & @AUC_MoussaFaki @ the opening of the 38th #IGAD Summit of Heads of State & Government in #Djibouti today
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Communiqué of the 42nd Extraordinary Assembly of IGAD Heads of State and Government. Read more:
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On mission in South Sudan, H.E. @RailaOdinga, held a detailed and constructive discussion with the President of the Republic of South Sudan, H.E. Salva Kiir Mayardit, in Juba today. The talks focused on the political situation in South Sudan and ongoing efforts to safeguard
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Current Chair of #IGAD President @IsmailOguelleh 🇩🇯, Prime Minister @AbiyAhmedAli 🇪🇹, President @WilliamsRuto🇰🇪, Executive Secretary @DrWorkneh seen here planting trees at the compound of the IGAD HQ to be built in #Djibouti, after closing their Ordinary Summit. #IGADSummit14
WATCH.On April 2, 2023 in Djibouti, #IGAD Executive Secretary @DrWorkneh signed the contract for the supervision and the construction of the new Headquarters of the regional organization.
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The Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, H.E. @AbiyAhmedAli, arrives in #Djibouti City for the 41st Extraordinary session of the #IGAD Assembly of Heads of State and Government. #IGADsummit.#IGAD41stSummit
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Happy Independence Day, Sudan. We stand together for peace amidst these challenging times. 🇸🇩
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WATCH.Sumaiyah A, woman entrepreneur running 2 businesses in #Nairobi🇰🇪.✅@HusseinOmarLLP a bespoke law firm.Instagram @husseinomarllp.Website ✅@IdeatePolicy a tech policy consulting firm.LinkedIn Ideate Tech Policy Africa.website
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Elders of the Dir Unity Forum (MMD) extend a courtesy visit to the office of the #IGAD Executive Secretary, @DrWorkneh.
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Official Statement of the #IGAD Executive Secretary @DrWorkneh on the 14th Ordinary Session of the IGAD Assembly of Heads of State and Government 👇. #IGADSummit14.
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#IGAD Executive Secreatry @DrWorkneh welcomed the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of #Eritrea, H.E Osman Saleh Mohammed, at Djibouti airport this morning. #IGADSummit14
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WATCH: Key Highlights from the Launch of the IGAD Sustainable Tourism Master Plan 2024-2034. #DiscoverIGAD. Catch all the pivotal moments from the unveiling of the IGAD Sustainable Tourism Master Plan (STMP) 2024-2034, held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This landmark event, featuring
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🚨 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: IGAD INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME. 📅 Deadline: April 30, 2025.📍 Duty Station: IGAD Offices in Home Country. Are you a passionate young professional eager to promote gender equality and contribute to regional integration?. #IGAD, with support from the
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1/2.During the Summit of today, #IGAD Heads of State & Government adopted & inked the IGAD Treaty, recalling the Directive of the 13th Ordinary Session of the IGAD Assembly held in Nov 2019. #IGADSummit14
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Live Now: State of the Region Address by Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu
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Starting shortly #IGADSummit14 . #IGAD Executive Secreatry @DrWorkneh with.PM @AbiyAhmedAli of #Ethiopia .@PMEthiopia. Chairperson of the @_AfricanUnion Commission @AUC_MoussaFaki. Minister of Foreign Affairs of #Uganda @GenJejeOdongo.@UgandaMFA
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Executive Secretary @DrWorkneh received the President of the Republic of #SouthSudan, H.E Salva Kiir, at Djibouti airport. President Kiir is in Djibouti to participate in the 14th Ordinary #IGAD Summit to open tomorrow June 12. #IGADSummit14
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All set for the 41st Extraordinary session of the #IGAD Assembly of Heads of State and Government. 🇩🇯 🇪🇷 🇪🇹 🇰🇪 🇸🇴 🇸🇸 🇸🇩 🇺🇬. #IGADsummit.#IGAD41stSummit
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More Appointments at IGAD!. We are glad to announce the addition of two professionals to our team, furthering our commitment to inclusivity and empowering women in key roles. 🔹 Dr. Victoria Anib from South Sudan 🇸🇸 has been appointed as the Head of the Social Development Unit.
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IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. @DrWorkneh, is in Mogadishu today on an official visit to the Federal Republic of #Somalia, where he will hold high-level talks with the Federal Government. This visit reaffirms IGAD's unwavering commitment to strengthening ties with Somalia and
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The President of the Federal Republic of #Somalia, H.E. @HassanSMohamud, has arrived in #Djibouti for the 41st Extraordinary session of the #IGAD Assembly of Heads of State and Government, scheduled to take place tomorrow in Djibouti City.
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As expected, athletes from #IGAD Member States have started harvesting medals at the #TokyoOlympics2020.1.Seleman Barega of Ethiopia won Gold.2. Joshua Cheptegei of Uganda won a sliver.3. Jacob Kilimo of Uganda won a bronze medal. Many more to come!!!.Congratulations to them!
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In response to the current displacement situation in the region, #IGAD Executive Secretary, @DrWorkneh, signed today a $2.9 million @WorldBank grant. This crucial step aims to facilitate regional policy dialogue and knowledge exchange on development responses to forced
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#IGAD will convene its 14th Ordinary Summit of Heads of State & Government in Djibouti city on 12 June 2023. WATCH LIVE the open session of the Summit on this platform, on our YouTube & Facebook (@IGADsecretariat) and website starting at 10:00AM (East
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IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. @DrWorkneh, Congratulates the Federal Republic of Somalia on Election to United Nations Security Council. “This remarkable achievement reflects Somalia's significant strides in governance, stability, and international diplomacy. It is a testament
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IGAD’s Permanent Observer to the UN Presents Letters of Credence to the UN Secretary-General. The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) is pleased to announce that its Permanent Observer to the United Nations, Mr. @cherinet_, has formally presented his letters of
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#IGAD's @DrWorkneh appoints @MabuyaMubarak Chief of Staff of the Office of the Executive Secretary. Mr Mabuya has extensive work experience within #IGAD Secretariat where he previously served as Gender Expert, and as Manager for Cooperation & Partnerships more recently.
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#IGAD Statement On The Uganda Terror Attack. The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), @DrWorkneh condemns the terrorist attack in Kampala this morning . Read more
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An #IGAD delegation, led by the Executive Secretary, H.E. @DrWorkneh, is currently in Nairobi, Kenya, for the 2024 African Development Bank Annual Meetings. #AfDBAM2024. The IGAD Executive Secretary will hold sideline meetings with partners and other key stakeholders to advance
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FINAL COMMUNIQUÉ of the 14th Ordinary Session of the #IGAD Assembly of Heads of State and Government.Djibouti, Republic of Djibouti (June 12, 2023) 👇. #IGADSummit14 .
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IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. @DrWorkneh, Announces the Appointment of Hon. Lawrence Korbandy as the #IGAD Special Envoy for the Republic of #Sudan 🇸🇩. Read more:.
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COMMUNIQUÉ OF THE 38TH EXTRAORDINARY ASSEMBLY OF IGAD HEADS OF STATE AND GOVERNMENT.
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As part of his official visit to the Federal Republic of Somalia, #IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. @DrWorkneh, engaged in strategic discussions with H.E. @AhmedMoFiqi, Somalia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs (@MOFASomalia). Their meeting emphasised the urgency of advancing regional
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IGAD Set to Host 2nd Annual IGAD Media Awards 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya, Highlighting Peace and Security. Join us for the 2nd Edition of the #IGADMediaAwards 2024, where we celebrate outstanding journalism that has made a significant impact across the IGAD region. This prestigious
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1/2. “Somalia 🇸🇴 has the largest coastline in Africa and is endowed with diverse aquatic resources. This resource is untapped and if managed well it will contribute to food/nutrition security and economic growth…
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🌟 Scholarship Announcement! 🌟. Applications are now open for the 2nd round of the IGAD Scholarship Programme for refugees, returnees, and IDPs!. Launched in December 2021, this flagship initiative by the IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. @DrWorkneh, is supported by the #EU through
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H.E Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of #Ethiopia @AbiyAhmedAli is received by #IGAD Executive Secretary @DrWorkneh at Djibouti airport. #IGADSummit14
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IGAD Executive Secretary, @DrWorkneh, inaugurates the high-level #IGAD regional Budget meeting. He acknowledged the unwavering political and financial backing from member states, which has strengthened IGAD's initiatives at both regional and national levels. Additionally,
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Congratulations to South Sudan (@SSBFed) on their historic Olympic victory against Puerto Rico! Proud to see you represent the region with such excellence. Best of luck in the games ahead! #Olympics #SouthSudan #IGADatTheOlympics
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#DiscoverIGAD.The IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. @DrWorkneh, together with IGAD Ministers responsible for Tourism and key leaders from the tourism sector, gathered at the iconic Adwa Museum Hall to officially launch the IGAD Sustainable Tourism Master Plan 2024-2034. This
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See how 🇺🇬 has implemented its Open-Door Policy&Admission procedures that allowed those fleeing conflict in the Eastern #DRC access to its territory&Receipt of the critical life-saving humanitarian assistance from its Transit&Hold'g centers. Read article👇🏾.
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#IGAD Exec Secr @DrWorkneh among the dignitaries recognised yesterday by PM @AbiyAhmedAli of Ethiopia for their contribution to the Pretoria cessation of hostilities agreement. On this photo with @Oolusegun_obj & @4thPresidentKE Kenyatta among others. Photo @fanatelevision
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📣 And it’s here! Save the Date!. IGAD Media Awards 2024 Ceremony 🏆.🗓️ 22-23 October, 2024.📍 Nairobi, Kenya.Register now: Join us as we celebrate the best of journalism and storytelling in our region, under the theme ‘Narratives of Hope: Inspiring
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#IGAD Member States Heads of State and Government and their representatives arrive in Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa for the 37th @_AfricanUnion Summit to be held on the 17th and 18th of February 2024. Their active participation underscores a steadfast commitment to
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IGAD Heads of State and Government Convene for the 43rd Extraordinary Summit on the Situation in South Sudan. The 43rd Extraordinary Summit of IGAD Heads of State and Government was held virtually, bringing together regional leaders to deliberate on the latest developments in
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The Executive Secretary of IGAD @DrWorkneh is extremely alarmed by reports of fighting in different parts of Khartoum between #Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and is following the situation closely. Full statement at
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#IGAD Exec Secr lands at #Lodwar Airport along w/ Hon @EugeneLWamalwa-Kenyan CS for Devolution & ASALs @Devolution_254, @Walidbadawi-Resident Rep @UNDPKenya, @HubertPerr-EU Head of Dev Cooperation @EUinKenya. @DrWorkneh is to speak at the Launch of the #AfricaBorderlands Centre.
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#IGAD Executive Secretary, @DrWorkneh, at the 41st Extraordinary session of the #IGAD Assembly of Heads of State and Government. 🇩🇯 🇪🇷 🇪🇹 🇰🇪 🇸🇴 🇸🇸 🇸🇩 🇺🇬. #Sudan.#IGADsummit.#IGAD41stSummit
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PRESS RELEASE-The Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (#IGAD) strongly condemns the violence in Mogadishu in the last twenty-four hours. IGAD further condemns the growing hostility and extreme belligerence in political contests in the country.
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IGAD is Concerned by Recent Development in Ethiopia. 7 November 2020 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti): #IGAD expresses its concern on the recent development in Ethiopia, specifically the situation in the Tigray Region of Ethiopia which IGAD is following closely. Read full statement below.
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🚨 BREAKING: IGAD to Convene the 43rd Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government on South Sudan. Read more:
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#IGAD Executive Secretary Amb(Eng.) Mahboub Maalim sends a letter to Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, commending him on his leadership towards the normalization of #Ethiopia- #Eritrea relations. @mfaethiopia @Ethiopia_UN @UNOAU_ @AU_PSD @AU_Chergui
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Happy New Year, 2024!.Wishing our incredible #IGAD community a year filled with unity, prosperity, and progress!
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#IGAD Executive Secretary, @DrWorkneh, and his Deputy, @MAWareSO, joined African Heads of State and Government yesterday at the state dinner hosted by Ethiopia, the host country of the AU Summit. #AUSummit .#IGADatTheAUSummit
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The IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. @DrWorkneh, and the entire IGAD team extend their warmest congratulations to Nuur Sheekh on his appointment as the Spokesperson for the Chairperson of the African Union Commission. As the former Spokesperson for the IGAD Executive Secretary,
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IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. @DrWorkneh and the Mayor of Djibouti City, H.E. Said Daoud, have signed an agreement for the rehabilitation of Siesta Beach in Djibouti. This initiative aims to enhance tourism, preserve coastal ecosystems, and boost economic development in the
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Opening Statement of the IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, at the 41st Extraordinary Assembly of IGAD Heads of State and Government. Read more:
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#IGAD EOM head, H.E. Dr. Mulatu Teshome, meets with @_AfricanUnion Head of Election Observation Mission H.E. Ernest Bai Koroma, former president of Sierra Leone, to deliberate on ongoing preparations for the General Elections in #Kenya on 9 August. #IGADEOMKenya2022
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IGAD Executive Secretary, @DrWorkneh, officially launches the #IGAD Climate #Adaptation Strategy 2023-2030 at the COP28 Presidency Session: Declaration on Climate, Relief Recovery and Peace. Read more👇. #IGADCAS.#IGADAdaptation #COP28UAE .@ICECAEP_IGAD
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The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (#IGAD) hails the signing of the Peace Agreement between the Republic of #Sudan and the Sudan Revolutionary Front (SRF) held yesterday in #Juba, #SouthSudan. Full statement at
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#IGAD Heads of State and Government Adopt a Regional Approach to Combating COVID-19. #covid-19.#CoronaVirusUpdate .#Covid_19 .#covid19kenya .#covid19ethiopia .#covid19somalia .#covid19sudan.#COVID19Africa
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Watch Live the 41st Extraordinary Session of the IGAD Assembly of Heads of State and Government. #IGADSummit #IGAD41stExtraordinarySummit
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“In line with IGAD's Vision 2050, the #IGAD train mission for regional integration from Djibouti 🇩🇯 to Addis Ababa 🇪🇹 departs today at Nagad train station. This project aims to enhance the multifaceted ties between 🇩🇯 and 🇪🇹, in the areas of. ✅Migration and mobility.✅Business
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#IGAD Executive Secretary, @DrWorkneh, joins Migration staff at their Annual Retreat, celebrating #InternationalWomensDay. IGAD Migration projects, among other IGAD initiatives, prioritize women in cross-border areas, offering support through policy development, knowledge-sharing
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#IGAD Youth and Land Conference at #IYD2022. @SweinEthiopia.@ILCAfrique.@HabitatEMEA.@Habitat_org .#IGAD4Youth. Register 👉 .for more details about #Youth engagement in Land Governance, Property Rights and Climate Change
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President of #Kenya H.E @WilliamsRuto arrives at the venue for the launch of the State of Migration in East Africa & #HornOfAfrica Report by #IGAD @IOMRONairobi & @jumuiya
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14th Ordinary Session of the #IGAD Assembly of Heads of State & Government in #Djibouti city on 12 June 2023. WATCH LIVE the open session of the Summit on this platform, on our YouTube & Facebook (@IGADsecretariat) & website starting at 10:00AM (East
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IGAD Executive Secretary, @DrWorkneh, announces the first-ever IGAD Youth Envoy, Mr. Sam Ogwal, from the Republic of #Uganda, and presents him with his credentials. @IGADPeace #IGADYouthEnvoy
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📢 All set for the official launch of the IGAD Sustainable Tourism Master Plan (STMP) 2024-2034, a pivotal step forward in shaping the future of sustainable tourism across our region. 🌍✨. The event will bring together Ministers responsible for Tourism from IGAD Member States,
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PRESS RELEASE - IGAD Encourages Dialogue And Compromise In GERD Issue. #IGAD Exec Secr @DrWorkneh encourages dialogue & compromise in bringing a solution to the negotiations on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (#GERD) between 🇪🇹🇸🇩🇪🇬. Read more:
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#IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. @DrWorkneh, convenes with Ms. Fatou Fall, @WorldBank Resident Representative for Djibouti, Middle East, and North Africa, at the IGAD Headquarters in #Djibouti.
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#IGAD delegates, led by the Executive Secretary, are attending the opening ceremony of the @_AfricanUnion 37th Summit. #AUSummit.#IGADatTheAUSummit
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#IGAD Executive Secretary @DrWorkneh strongly condemns the cowardly and senseless terrorist attack that occurred at Lhubirira Secondary School in Kasese District #Uganda. Full statement 👇
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🚀 Call for Applications: IGAD Leadership Academy (ILA) Training 2025! 🌍✨. Are you a young leader (18-35) from the #IGAD region? Ready to lead, innovate & drive change? This is your opportunity!. ✅ Gain cutting-edge leadership skills.✅ Learn from top experts & mentors.✅
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🎉 Announcing the winners of the 2024 IGAD Media Awards! . 🏆 Congratulations to the outstanding journalists and media professionals who have inspired us with their compelling stories of peace, security, and hope. Together, we continue to shape a more inclusive and stable
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.@DrWorkneh in discussions with PM @AbiyAhmedAli of #Ethiopia and President @IsmailOguelleh of #Djibouti at the inauguration of the new complex of the Embassy of Djibouti in Addis Ababa.
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📢 Attention all students! The IGAD Regional Scholarship for Refugees, Returnees, and IDPs application deadline has been extended to June 30, 2024🗓️. You now have more time to apply for this incredible opportunity to further your education. Don't miss out—submit your application
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#IGAD warmly welcomes the agreement reached by the Federal Gov of Somalia & the Council of Presidential Candidates in a truly Somali-led and Somali-owned process, on various issues of concerns regarding public safety, security, rights to hold peaceful demonstrations and dialogue.
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