IGAD Secretariat Dr Workneh Gebeyehu 👏👏

Attended the 80th Plenary Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York this morning. As the world convenes in these halls to deliberate on shared global challenges, IGAD joins the community of nations in reaffirming our commitment to multilateralism, collective

IGAD and U.S. Deepen Partnership on Regional Stability at UNGA80 On the margins of #UNGA80, H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu met with Vincent D. Spera, Deputy Assistant Secretary, U.S. Bureau of African Affairs. Their discussions centered on regional peace and security, with particular focus on

On the margins of #UNGA80, I addressed the Science Summit on Financing for Food Systems. Food security is about people, the hungry child, the displaced family, the community striving for resilience. We must move beyond crisis response to systemic change. IGAD is on this path,

#IGADatUNGA80 | Investing in Science for Africa’s Health Sovereignty H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu, IGAD Executive Secretary, joined the Science for Diplomacy side event on the margins of #UNGA80. Dr. Workneh urged bold investment in research, innovation, and local medicine production as the

Africa bears nearly a quarter of the world’s disease burden, yet produces only about 3% of the health products it consumes. Up to 90% of our essential medicines are imported, leaving us vulnerable to global shocks and limiting our sovereignty. At the Science for Diplomacy side

Our Executive Secretary, H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu Gebeyehu, addressed the General Assembly side event on #ScienceDiplomacy. In his intervention, our boss highlighted the pressing need for Africa-based innovation. He noted that while Africa bears nearly 25% of the global disease burden,

#IGADatUNGA80 | Ministerial Meeting on Joint Efforts for De-escalation in Sudan At the Ministerial Meeting on Sudan on the margins of #UNGA80 organised by EU, African Union, France, Germany, and the U.K., IGAD Executive Secretary H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu joined partners in urging

The path to peace in Sudan is clear: •End external interference •Secure an inclusive, Sudan-led process with a clear roadmap to civilian rule •Forge unified and coordinated mediation, At the Ministerial Meeting on Sudan on the margins of #UNGA80, convened by the EU, AU,

#IGADatUNGA80 | IGAD and Geneva Call Unite to Protect Civilians and Advance Peace in the Horn of Africa The IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Alain Délétroz, the Director General of @GenevaCall to enhance cooperation on

#UNGA80’s Ministerial Meeting on Sudan, H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu called for: ✔️ Ending external interference ✔️ An inclusive, Sudan-led process to civilian rule ✔️ Unified, coordinated mediation “The people of Sudan cannot wait; their dignity & future depend on it." H.E Dr Workneh Gebeyehu,

At #UNGA80, IGAD made its voice heard loud and clear: 🌐 Opened our Mission Office to the UN 🕊️ Pushed for urgent peace in Sudan 🤝 Forged stronger ties with the UAE & U.S. 🌾 Championed food resilience & health sovereignty H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu: “Together with our partners, IGAD

#IGAD Condemns Terrorist Attack in Mogadishu and Expresses Solidarity with the People and Government of #Somalia. Read more: igad.int/igad-condemns-…

Proud to open the IGAD Peace and Security Division&SecurityDivision #GenderDepartment training workshop for Ethiopian and Sudanese women on participating in peace processes in Entebbe, Uganda. Over the next two days, the workshop will equip women with essential skills for engaging in peace efforts.

Today @IGADPSD & #GenderAffairsDepartment successfully concluded a training workshop on involving Ethiopian and Sudanese women in the peace process. It can serves as a foundation for future efforts to build skills and establish a platform for capacity building and consensus

Today’s IGAD–Germany Partnership Dialogue in Djibouti reaffirms over three decades of friendship and shared purpose. Germany remains a steadfast partner in advancing peace, resilience, and regional integration across the Horn of Africa. Together, we continue to turn commitment

🇺🇬 Happy Independence Day, Uganda! As a founding member of IGAD, Uganda remains a pillar of peace, unity, and regional cooperation. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Government and the People of Uganda on this 63rd Independence anniversary. May this day renew our

A powerful testament to our unity! The structural engineering of IGAD's new HQ is complete—a monumental milestone reflecting the unwavering commitment of our region to a shared destiny. Together, we build a stronger future!

📍 Djibouti, Djibouti 🇩🇯 𝗜𝗚𝗔𝗗 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Led by H.E. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu, IGAD’s Executive Secretary, the Senior Management convened in Djibouti for a two-day meeting to review progress and refine priorities. Central to the

Strengthening Collaboration for a Resilient Horn of Africa Today, IGAD and Development Partners held a constructive dialogue on the IGAD Strategy 2026–2030 — a session marked by openness, shared reflection, and a strong spirit of partnership. We appreciate the continued