About AU-IBAR

We provide leadership in the development of animal resources for Africa.

AU-IBAR is a specialized technical office of the African Union Commission (AUC), headed by the Director who reports directly to the AUC through the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment (ARBE).

Dr. Huyam Ahmed

Dr. Huyam Ahmed

Director and Head of Mission

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Our Work

What We Do

  • animal-health

    Animal Health & Welfare

    Dedicated to safeguarding the well-being of Africa's animal populations.

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  • animal-production

    Animal Production

    Committed to increasing the production, productivity and resilience of livestock production systems.

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  • economic -trade--marketing

    Economic Trade & Marketing

    Dedicated to advancing the economic landscape of Africa's animal trade and markets.

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Our Latest News

Latest News and Articles

Ghana Advances Its Blue Economy with AU-Kingdom of Norway Support

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December
2025

Ghana Advances Its Blue Economy with AU-Kingdom of Norway Support

Ghana has crossed a decisive threshold in its Blue Economy journey, moving from vision and planning to…

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From Commitment to Action: Africa Launches the Continental PPR Advisory Committee and Designates Its First Continental PPR Champion

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December
2025

From Commitment to Action: Africa Launches the Continental PPR Advisory Committee and Designates Its First Continental PPR Champion

Nairobi, Kenya 17–19 December 2025 - Africa has taken a decisive and historic step toward the eradication of…

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Advancing PPR Eradication in Conflict-Affected and Security-Fragile Settings

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December
2025

Advancing PPR Eradication in Conflict-Affected and Security-Fragile Settings

Eradicating Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) by 2030 remains a continental priority for Africa. However, in…

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Upcoming Events

09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
11 Feb - 12 Feb

2nd Future Food Livestock and Poultry Expo

  • Event Type
    Physical
  • Venue
    Nairobi, Kenya
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
26 Jan - 30 Jan
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
12 Jan - 16 Jan
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