Opening Remarks by IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E Dr Workneh Gebeyehu, at the launching event of the Health Emergency, Preparedness, Response, and Resilience (HEPRR) Multiphase Programmatic Approach (MPA) in Nairobi, Kenya.

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As a young African, I have tall dreams for the continent.

Learning from trailblazers willing to mentor us quietly is key.

Today, I was honored to meet IGAD's Exec. Secretary H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu during his Nairobi visit & got a photo with media peers.

Your leadership inspires us.

𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐃 𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐋𝐘 𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐀𝐂𝐊 𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐔𝐃𝐀𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐄 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐃𝐑𝐄𝐍'𝐒 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋, 𝐃𝐄𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐒 𝐂𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐄

.IGAD Secretariat Executive Secretary, H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu has strongly condemned the recent assault on the Babiker Nahar Pediatric

Today, the IGAD Gender Department is hosting a semiannual project review meeting on capacity building for gender equality and women's empowerment. Speaking at the opening session, @Xubbifarah, the Head of @IGADGender, emphasised the importance of prioritising gender mainstreaming

“It is imperative that we coordinate our responses to outbreaks and emergencies, ensuring efficient healthcare delivery across borders to better serve our communities and populations.” #IGAD ES Dr Workneh Gebeyehu

In his remarks during the launch of the Health Emergency Preparedness Response and Resilience Program in Eastern &Southern Africa, the Executive Secretary of IGAD Secretariat , Dr Workneh Gebeyehu, recognized the importance of approaching health reliance collaboratively.
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Today, we launched the Health Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Resilience Programme for East and Southern Africa alongside CS Nakhumicha S. Wafula, CS for
Ministry of Health, and Prof. Yoswa Dambisya, Director General of ECSA-HC with support from World Bank. Now, more than ever, we recognise the

The African Development Bank Group's $2 billion commitment to clean cooking in Africa is a game-changer.

By transitioning from fuels that claim 600,000 lives yearly to clean alternatives, this investment upholds the dignity and wellbeing of women & families across the continent.

Impactful.

The ⁦African Development Bank Group⁩ commits $ 2 billion to clean cooking in Africa. No woman should have to cook again with fuelwood, charcoal and biomass that kills 600,000 persons per year. It is more than lighting a clean stove, it is about life and dignity!⁩ ⁦Emmanuel Macron⁩

Launching of the Health Emergency Preparedness Response and Resilience Program in Eastern and Southern Africa

Health CS, Hon CS Nakhumicha S. Wafula officially launched the Health Emergency Preparedness Response & Resilience Program (HEPRR) in Eastern & Southern Africa.
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The launch of the Health Emergency Programme for Eastern, Central, and Southern Africa, funded by the World Bank Group, aims to fortify health emergency preparedness, response, and resilience throughout the region.

The Cabinet Secretary for Ministry of Health, H.E. CS Nakhumicha S. Wafula, alongside IGAD's Executive Secretary, H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu, the Director General of ECSA-HC, Prof. Yoswa Dambisya, Country Director of World Bank in Kenya, Keith Hansen, and Honorable Ministers of Health representing the

With President Felix Tshisekedi of Democratic Republic of Congo (L) and President Sassou Nguesso of Republic of Congo (R). The ⁦African Development Bank Group⁩ was given lead arranger mandate for development of grand NGA3 hydropower project of 4,800 MW in DRC. It’s time! Let’s power Africa!

Fabius Mulongo IGAD Secretariat Dr Fatuma Adan Dr Workneh Gebeyehu 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞 𝐂. 𝐊𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐤𝐢, 𝐌𝐃, 𝐏𝐡𝐃𝐜 Africa CDC Austin Opata World Bank Kenya CS Nakhumicha S. Wafula Ministry of Health Thank you for joining us. So good to see you!

I'm delighted to attend the launch of the Health Emergency Preparedness Response and Resilience Program for Eastern and Southern Africa.

This collaboration will strengthen regional resilience and save lives in times of crisis.

IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu, has arrived in Nairobi, Kenya ahead of the launch of the Health Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Resilience Programme for East and Southern Africa. Distinguished Health Ministers from participating countries and high-level delegates

Reflections from the #KingsAfricaWeek24 debates highlight how the 'hire and sale' of African #agencies has greatly undermined Africa globally. The upcoming event delves into UK-Africa relations, exploring future priorities and the role of African nations in strategic engagement.

All is set for the launch of the Health Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Resilience Programme for East and Southern Africa. IGAD is partnering with ECSA-HC and the World Bank on this crucial project, pooling resources, expertise, and knowledge to effectively address common

Exciting times ahead! We're launching the Health Emergency Preparedness Response and Resilience Program for Eastern and Southern Africa, a crucial initiative to enhance our region's readiness for health crises. Stay tuned for updates! 📢 #ResilienceBuilding
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Thrilled to announce the kickoff of the Health Emergency Preparedness Response and Resilience Program in Eastern and Southern Africa! Together, we're taking proactive steps to safeguard public health and strengthen our region's resilience.💪💪
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