AU-IBAR 2023 Annual Report: Coordinating Animal Resources Development and Utilization in Africa

The AU-IBAR Annual Report 2023 highlights key achievements:Policy Formulation: Strategies like ASF control and gender mainstreaming in biodiversity.CAADP Integration: Inclusion of animal resources in CAADP reporting.Program Initiation: PPR eradication, feed system resilience projects.Common Position Formulation: Strengthening Codex standards and biodiversity conservation.Data Management: Upgrades to information systems and assessments.Knowledge Dissemination: Over 50 publications distributed.Advocacy: Coordinated efforts for PPR eradication and animal welfare.Technical Support: Capacity building for member states and RECs.Research Collaboration: Evidence-based decision-making support.Multi-Stakeholder Initiatives: Engagement in conferences and projects.Overall, AU-IBAR interventions attracted $12 million in investments, advancing animal resources and environmental management in Africa.