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Venue: Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala, Uganda Dates: August 5-14, 2024 From August 5-14, 2024, agricultural experts and stakeholders from across Africa convened at the Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala, Uganda, for a critical workshop aimed at drafting the CAADP Ten-Year Strategy and Action Plan (2026-2035). Among the participants, AU-IBAR, represented by Dr. Hiver Bousinnie, Animal […]
The ongoing 36th Session of the Committee on Fisheries (COFI), taking place from 8th to 12th July 2024, marks a pivotal event in global fisheries governance. Held in a hybrid modality, the session aims to address critical issues impacting the sustainability and management of fisheries and aquaculture worldwide. Under the auspices of the FishGov2 Projects, […]
Preserving donkeys in Africa holds profound significance beyond their role as traditional work animals. These resilient creatures are integral to rural livelihoods, serving as vital assets in transportation, agriculture, and economic sustenance for communities across the continent. Their welfare is not merely a matter of compassion but a strategic imperative for maintaining socio-economic stability and […]
On July 10th, 2024, at the Breakfast Meeting held at the Trade Mark Hotel in Nairobi, key stakeholders in Kenya’s livestock sector gathered to discuss pressing issues and prepare for the Third Kenya National Fodder Commercialization Conference. The event was attended by Hon. Jonathan Mueke, Principal Secretary Livestock; the Director of Livestock Production; the Kenya […]
Introduction and Context The African Union Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) is a specialized technical office of the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment (DARBE) of the African Union Commission (AUC). The vision of AU-IBAR is: An Africa in which animal resources contribute significantly to integration, prosperity and peace. Its […]
