The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) is a Regional Economic Community of the African Union. The current Executive Secretary is H.E.
@DrWorkneh
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
#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.
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
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
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.
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
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). 👇
At the conclusion of the Ordinary Summit today, the President of the Republic of
#Djibouti
, H.E Ismael Omar Guelleh, took over the Chairmanship of the regional organisation after Sudan's term came to an end and following a decision by the Assembly of
#IGAD
Heads of State &
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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.
Official Statement of the
#IGAD
Executive Secretary
@DrWorkneh
on the 14th Ordinary Session of the IGAD Assembly of Heads of State and Government 👇
#IGADSummit14
#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
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
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
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.
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.
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!
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
#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
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
#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.
#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 .
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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
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:
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
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…
🌟 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
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,
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
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👇🏾
#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
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
COMMUNIQUÉ of the 1st Meeting of the
#IGAD
Quartet Group of Countries for the Resolution of the Situation in the Republic of
#Sudan
held today in Addis Ababa 👇
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.
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.
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
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:
#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
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
“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
Speaking for
#IGAD
at the opening of the
#Ethiopia
#Djibouti
Forum in Addis Ababa this morning, Ms Yemisrach Benalfew,Coordinator at the Strengthening IGAD Migration Policy Implementation Project said:
"
#IGAD
is pleased to officiate the Ethio-Djibouti train mission, the 1st of
#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
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
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:
#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
.
#IGAD
Executive Secretary
@DrWorkneh
strongly condemns the cowardly and senseless terrorist attack that occurred at Lhubirira Secondary School in Kasese District
#Uganda
Full statement 👇
📢 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
72nd EXTRAORDINARY MEETING OF THE
#IGAD
COUNCIL OF MINISTERS
June 24, 2021
Online
Discussions to focus on
#SouthSudan
,
#Somalia
,
#COVID
-19 Pandemic in the IGAD Region, IGAD Refugee Platform and Durable Solutions Strategy for Displacement in Sudan and South Sudan.
#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.
Strong partnerships and inclusive coordination under the leadership of the Government of
#Uganda
have ensured effective emergency responses to the influx of refugees since March 28, 2022.
WATCH - Mr. Daniel Kisaamo, Settlement Commandant,
#Nyakabande
Transit Center 🇺🇬
@OPMUganda
Warmest wishes from all of us at
#IGAD
! May this holiday season bring you joy, peace, and cherished moments with loved ones.
Happy holidays and a wonderful New Year ahead!
#HappyHolidays
#SeasonsGreetings
All is set for the
#IGADYouthDialogue
capacity-building symposium at Makerere University in Kampala,
#Uganda
.
This event aims to equip youth leaders with the essential skills and knowledge to ensure peaceful, secure, and fair elections during the 2025–2026 national elections.
Exciting opportunity alert!
We are looking for passionate and professional individuals to join our Economic Cooperation and Regional Integration office in
#Djibouti
.
Interested participants should apply here👇
#Hiring
#CareerOpportunity
Happy Africa Day 2024! As we celebrate Africa Day themed "Educate an African fit for 21st Century". Education is the foundation for individual success and a prosperous Africa. Join in shaping the future of education in Africa.
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The Council of Ministers of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia has formally endorsed the
#IGAD
treaty for ratification by the Parliament. This step signifies the commencement of the renewal of the existing IGAD treaty, in effect for the past 36 years. The new IGAD treaty
Join us as we kick off the 2nd edition of the IGAD Media Awards 2024, celebrating excellence in journalism across the region!
📢 Calling all journalists in the IGAD region! Submit your narratives on peace & security under the theme 'Narratives of Hope: Inspiring Peaceful,
#IGADUpdates
Celebrating athletes from the
#IGAD
region for their outstanding performance at the World Athletics Cross Country Championships in Belgrade, Serbia!
Our member states –
#Ethiopia
,
#Kenya
, and
#Uganda
– are dominating the medal table with an impressive total of 26
#IGAD
Executive Secretary
@DrWorkneh
Call for Immediate Cessation of hostilities.
The Executive Secretary is profoundly concerned at reports of hostilities on the border of
#Tigray
region of
#Ethiopia
and calls for immediate ceasefire.
Full statement at
In his statement during the
@_AfricanUnion
Peace & Security Council today on the ongoing political process in Sudan,
@DrWorkneh
said:
"There is an urgent need for all parties actively participating in facilitating a return to civilian rule in the Republic of
#Sudan
to ...
IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E.
@DrWorkneh
, has arrived in Juba for a 2-day official visit to the Republic of South Sudan. He was welcomed at the airport by South Sudan's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, HE Ramadan Mohammed Abdallah Goc.
PRESS STATEMENT
The Committee of Ministers of the
#IGAD
Quartet group of countries deliberated on the current situation & developments in
#Sudan
since 14th IGAD Ordinary Assembly, following a briefing by IGAD Executive Secretary
@DrWorkneh
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IGAD Delegation to the
#AUSummit
, under the leadership of the Executive Secretary,
@DrWorkneh
, participates in the 44th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council.
The delegation includes Deputy Executive Secretary H.E.
@MAWareSO
,
#IGAD
AU Permanent Representative Amb.
#IGAD
Head of Mission to
#Kenya
Dr
@FatumaIAdan
speaking for
@DrWorkneh
at the launch in Nairobi of the Migration Report in East &
#HornOfAfrica
"The IGAD region is a source, transit and destination for migrants. The report we are launching today provides updated and