▶
The Week at IGAD: A review of events at IGAD on May 2 - 9, 2026
29 April 2026, Moyale, Kenya:
Strengthening Community-Led Climate Anticipation
IGAD, through ICPALD and the PASSAGE Project, engaged communities in Moyale to strengthen anticipatory action using indigenous climate indicators.
30 April 2026, Online:
Promoting Public Awareness on the IGAD Treaty
IGAD hosted an X Space discussion highlighting key reforms in the revised Treaty and their implications for the region.
30 April 2026, Woreda, Ethiopia:
IGAD Borderlands Agenda Reconnects Communities
IGAD supported the reopening of the Dukale market, restoring trade, rebuilding trust, and strengthening ties between Ethiopia and Kenya.
3 May 2026, Djibouti, Djibouti:
Strengthening the EU–IGAD Partnership
IGAD and the European Union advanced cooperation on peace, climate resilience, and regional integration.
3 May 2026, Juba, South Sudan:
Support for Electoral Preparedness
IGAD joined partners to strengthen coordinated support for South Sudan’s peace process and upcoming elections.
5 May 2026, Brazzaville, Congo:
Cross-Border Health Security
IGAD joined partners including World Health Organization Regional Office for Africa and Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention to enhance health emergency preparedness.
6 May 2026, Jigjiga, Ethiopia:
Peer Learning on Durable Solutions
IGAD convened partners to share approaches on displacement, urbanisation, and service delivery.
6 May 2026, Nairobi, Kenya:
Climate Partnerships and Innovation
ICPAC engaged the Rockefeller Foundation to advance climate services and early warning systems.
7 May 2026, Naivasha, Kenya:
Desert Locust Coordination
IGAD strengthened regional coordination for sustainable pest management.
7 May 2026, Nairobi, Kenya:
Youth Climate Coalition Launched
IGAD, with partners including Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa, launched a network to drive youth-led climate action.
7 May 2026, Nairobi, Kenya:
Advancing Digital Integration
Through EARDIP and support from the World Bank Group, IGAD strengthened media capacity on digital transformation.
8 May 2026, Djibouti, Djibouti:
IGAD–India Partnership
IGAD deepened cooperation with India, advancing strategic engagement.
8 May 2026, Tog Wajale, Ethiopia:
Community Development under RMF
IGAD launched initiatives to address drivers of migration through inclusive development.
8 May 2026, Djibouti, Djibouti:
Regional Dialogue on Sudan
IGAD held high-level discussions to strengthen coordinated efforts for peace and stability.
9 May 2026, Djibouti, Djibouti:
Djibouti Presidential Inauguration
IGAD joined leaders for the inauguration of Ismaïl Omar Guelleh, reaffirming commitment to regional cooperation and integration.
