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

A system approach to livestock marketing, APMD validates the Luna case as exemplary and bankable

04

March
2026

A system approach to livestock marketing, APMD validates the Luna case as exemplary and bankable

Government officials, private sector leaders, financial institutions, producer representatives, and…

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African Leaders Endorse and Launch the Africa Water Vision 2063 & Policy at 39th AU Summit

23

February
2026

African Leaders Endorse and Launch the Africa Water Vision 2063 & Policy at 39th AU Summit

Water and sanitation have moved decisively to the centre of Africa’s political agenda.At the High-Level Side…

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Engage with Us

Upcoming Events

08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
31 Mar - 03 Apr
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
24 Mar - 27 Mar

Training on market access through quality assurance and contracting models

  • Event Type
    Physical
  • Venue
    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
08:00 AM - 05:42 PM
22 Mar - 22 Mar

World Water Day

  • Event Type
    Hybrid
  • Venue
    Hybrid - AU-IBAR
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