Also known as: IGAD · IGAD Secretariat · the Organisation
Regional intergovernmental organization coordinating development and security initiatives across East Africa, including soil health, disease surveillance, and Sudan peace mediation efforts.
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The Standard
… erson of the African Union Commission, the Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, and the Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission for Somalia, who also serves as head of AUSSOM while the Intergovernmental Authority on Development …
Letter From Mogadishu: Summit to shape Somalia's future held in KampalaCitizen Digital
… Audio By Vocalize Kenya and 10 countries in the IGAD region are set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cross-border surveillance, data sharing and coordinated responses to disease outbreaks as governments seek to bolster regional preparedness for future hea …
Kenya, 10 regional states to strengthen cross-border disease surveillanceThe Standard
… Copies of the letter were sent to the African Union Commission, the African Union Peace and Security Council, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the United Nations and key international partners, including the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Un …
Somalia's opposition leaders call for inclusive political settlement ahead of AUSSOM security transitionCapital News
… icipants were representatives from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF-Kenya), International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT), IGAD …
Kenya seeks fresh green investment to restore 10.6mn hectares of degraded landThe Standard
… Mudavadi urged all partners to strengthen African-led mediation under the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) while working closely with the African Union, the United Nations, the League of Arab States and other stakeholders. …
Kenya calls for global push to end Sudan conflictThe Standard
… Forum on Decent Work and Forced Displacement officially opened on July 21, 2026 in Nairobi, bringing together delegations from Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan and Uganda, alongside representatives from the East African Community (EAC), the Intergovernmental Authority on Development …
African leaders meet in Nairobi to tackle jobs crisis for refugees, displaced peopleThe Standard
… "Organisations such as the African Union, IGAD, SADC, ECOWAS, and the Indian Ocean Rim Association must strengthen collaborative frameworks that facilitate intelligence sharing, joint patrols, coordinated responses, and common operating procedures." The expert further explained t …
Africa cannot depend on foreign forces to defend her watersCitizen Digital
… Also present in the launch was Council of Governors (CoG) Vice Chairperson and Tharaka Nithi County Governor Muthomi Njuki, CoG CEO Mary Mwiti, PPB CEO Ahmed Mohamed, WHO and IGAD representatives among others.
Viagra, HIV kits, Truvada among fake health products in Kenyan market; PPB warnsThe Standard
… The Standard Newspaper’s report on June 23, 2026 exemplifies this: it makes grave assertions against the IGAD Secretariat – financial mismanagement, procurement irregularities, staff intimidation, and governance failure – without identifying projects, transactions, or evidence to …
IGAD's accountability must be judged on facts, not anonymous allegationsThe Standard
… tion conference at a Machakos hotel. [File, Standard] East African nations have taken a major step towards addressing declining soil fertility and food insecurity following the inauguration of the Steering and Technical Committees of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development …
IGAD's new regional hub to tackle soil degradation, boost food securityUganda is hosting three meetings for countries contributing troops to the African Union peace mission in Somalia, culminating in a heads of state summit where participants will assess the security situation, strengthen coordination among contributors, and discuss measures against armed groups including Al Shabaab.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Uganda is hosting three meetings for countries contributing troops to the African Union peace mission in Somalia, culminating in a heads of state summit where participants will assess the security situation, strengthen coordination among contributors, and discuss measures against armed groups including Al Shabaab.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya and 10 regional countries will sign a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cross-border disease surveillance, data sharing, and coordinated responses to disease outbreaks. The agreement aims to facilitate real-time surveillance, harmonise health measures at border points, and improve joint resource mobilisation during health emergencies.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Somalia's Somali Future Council—comprising former presidents, prime ministers, and regional leaders—has called on African Union troop-contributing countries to prioritise an inclusive political settlement before implementing further security transition under AUSSOM, citing constitutional and political crises ahead of a Kampala regional summit.
27 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya is attracting international financing and partnerships to restore 10.6 million hectares of degraded land by 2032 under its National Landscape and Ecosystem Restoration Strategy, with a focus on arid and semi-arid regions that cover approximately 89 percent of the country's land mass.
22 July 2026 · Capital News →
At a Nairobi forum on Sudan mediation, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi called for urgent international coordination to end the conflict, which has displaced nearly 14 million people since April 2023 and created what UNHCR describes as the world's largest displacement crisis.
21 July 2026 · The Standard →
The PROSPECTS Africa Forum on Decent Work and Forced Displacement opened in Nairobi on July 21, 2026, bringing together delegations from Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan and Uganda to seek solutions for creating decent work for people displaced by conflict, particularly in the Horn of Africa. Participants called for stronger social security systems, equitable treatment of host communities and refugees, and greater inclusivity in labour policies.
21 July 2026 · The Standard →
Maritime experts at the Sea Power for Africa Symposium 2026 in Nigeria have urged African nations to invest in stronger navies, modern surveillance technology, and regional cooperation to protect their blue economy, rather than depending on external partners for maritime security.
9 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board has warned that counterfeit and substandard medicines—including male sexual enhancement drugs, HIV testing kits, and blood thinners—continue to circulate in Kenya. Between 2021 and 2025, the board received 1,413 complaints about health product quality and recalled 99 products from the market.
1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The IGAD Executive Secretary's office argues that anonymous allegations of financial mismanagement and governance failures should be judged against evidence rather than unattributed claims, and notes that major decisions at IGAD are made collectively by member states through established governance structures.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
East African nations have inaugurated the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Soil Health and Fertiliser Hub in Nairobi to coordinate regional efforts in improving soil health, increasing fertiliser access, and strengthening agricultural productivity amid land degradation and food insecurity. The launch follows the Africa Fertiliser and Soil Health Summit in May 2024, where African Heads of State endorsed the Nairobi Declaration committing countries to restoring degraded soils and increasing fertiliser production.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development has officially launched its Soil Health and Fertiliser Hub in Nairobi, bringing together experts and policymakers to address declining soil fertility and food insecurity across the region. The Hub implements the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Declaration adopted in May 2024.
23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A whistleblower has accused the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) of financial misconduct, procurement fraud and staff intimidation under Executive Secretary Workneh Gebeyehu, alleging the secretariat has dismantled oversight mechanisms and centralised authority among a small group of loyalists.
23 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has convened steering and technical committee meetings for the IGAD Soil Health and Fertilizer Hub in Nairobi to address declining soil fertility, improve access to fertilizers, and strengthen climate resilience across IGAD member states.
22 June 2026 · Capital News →
Turkey's National Intelligence Organisation arrived in Mogadishu to lead talks between Somalia's Federal government and opposition groups, as tensions escalate between the central government and regional leaders of Jubaland and Puntland over federal governance.
19 June 2026 · The Standard →
Western embassies and the UN mission in Somalia issued a joint statement calling on Somali political actors to resume dialogue and agree on an electoral roadmap amid a worsening political standoff. IGAD separately condemned violence in Mogadishu and called for de-escalation, with its Executive Secretary urging leaders to prioritize national interests and peaceful resolution of disputes.
9 June 2026 · The Standard →
A US-led coalition including eight Western nations has endorsed a Sudanese civilian-led dialogue process under a quintet of the AU, IGAD, League of Arab States, EU and the UN, aiming to launch within weeks and establish an independent civilian-led transitional authority for peace and democratic governance.
8 June 2026 · Capital News →
Ethiopians voted on Monday with the Prosperity Party of incumbent Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed expected to win a landslide victory. Abiy, who has ruled since 2018, has been criticized for growing authoritarianism despite his earlier Nobel Peace Prize win for mending relations with Eritrea.
1 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'Oei defended the government's involvement in Sudan's peace mediation through IGAD, stating that Kenya has provided shelter to displaced persons and political actors fleeing the conflict, including some who were facilitated with Kenyan travel documents.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Ruto dismissed accusations that Kenya favours Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, saying both the SAF and RSF emerged from the same coup that overthrew civilian government and have deepened the humanitarian crisis. He reaffirmed Kenya's position as focused on dialogue and restoring stability.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Kenyan diplomat Dr. Monica Juma has officially assumed office as Director-General of the United Nations Office at Vienna and Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, with the rank of Under-Secretary-General. She expressed commitment to leading the UN's work in addressing drugs, organized crime, corruption, and terrorism.
11 May 2026 · Capital News →
South Sudan's President Salva Kiir dismissed the country's military chief and a finance minister who had served less than three months, with analysts suggesting the reshuffle reflects efforts to consolidate power amid succession uncertainty. General Paul Nang, who had held the army chief position since October, was replaced by General Santino Deng Wol.
7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Principal Secretary for Youth Affairs Fikirini Jacobs called on young people to embrace climate-change driven employment in the digital green economy, emphasising innovations in farming and self-sustaining financial systems. He was speaking at the launch of the IGAD Regional Youth Coalition on Climate and Climate Resilient Afri-Food Systems, and noted that the Nyota Program seeks to provide capital to agri-based innovations benefiting youth in informal sectors.
6 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has launched a regional youth coalition to engage thousands of young climate innovators across Eastern Africa. The initiative, beginning with about 30 youth representatives, aims to scale up youth-led solutions on climate action and climate-resilient agri-food systems while strengthening networks and increasing policy influence across IGAD member states.
5 May 2026 · Capital News →
A new IGAD Regional Youth Coalition on Climate and Climate-Resilient Agri-Food Systems has been officially launched in Nairobi to tackle climate change and strengthen food systems in Eastern Africa. Kenya's Principal Secretary for Youth Affairs emphasised the importance of leveraging Africa's youthful population to drive climate action and development in the region.
5 May 2026 · Capital News →
International and regional actors, including the African Union, European Union, and representatives from Kenya, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Uganda, Egypt, and Gulf states, have renewed efforts to end Sudan's conflict through an expanded "Berlin Principles" framework adopted following an April 15, 2026 conference in Berlin. The updated principles include 12 guiding commitments aimed at delivering a peaceful resolution while reaffirming Sudan's sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity.
30 April 2026 · Capital News →
The IGAD Executive Secretary told a mediation conference in Nairobi that the Horn of Africa faces interconnected, regionalized conflicts shaped by both internal tensions and external pressures, with traditional mediation foundations weakening amid shifting global power dynamics.
28 April 2026 · Capital News →
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi told an IGAD mediation conference that African nations must rethink conflict resolution, cautioning that peace initiatives are increasingly being treated as business transactions rather than genuine humanitarian efforts aimed at restoring stability.
28 April 2026 · Capital News →
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi told an IGAD conference that African countries facing fuel shortages must resolve regional conflicts, as lasting peace is essential to stabilizing fuel prices. He cited the ongoing Middle East conflict as evidence of the urgent need to end armed conflicts within the region.
28 April 2026 · The Standard →
Leaders at an IGAD Mediation Reflection Conference in Nairobi have called for fundamental reform of peace mediation in the Horn of Africa, with Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi warning that peace processes are being commercialized and turned into transactional engagements driven by profit rather than genuine peacebuilding.
28 April 2026 · The Standard →