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

Fodder Means Business: AU-IBAR Takes Its Livestock Evidence Drive to the Isiolo Fodder Expo

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September
2026

Fodder Means Business: AU-IBAR Takes Its Livestock Evidence Drive to the Isiolo Fodder Expo

The Kenya Feed and Fodder Alliance (KeFFA) brought together fodder producers, traders, livestock keepers,…

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In Rome, High-Level Dialogue Brings Political Leaders, Technical Institutions and Financing Partners Together to Accelerate PPR Eradication

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September
2026

In Rome, High-Level Dialogue Brings Political Leaders, Technical Institutions and Financing Partners Together to Accelerate PPR Eradication

The high-level side event on agrifood systems transformation through the One Health approach, the eradication…

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Preparedness Begins Before a Crisis: AU-IBAR Calls for Stronger One Health Systems in Africa

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September
2026

Preparedness Begins Before a Crisis: AU-IBAR Calls for Stronger One Health Systems in Africa

Rome, Italy 22 September 2026 FAO Global Conference for Actions on One Health in Agrifood Systems Countries…

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Upcoming Events

09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
19 Nov - 21 Nov

2nd VETEd Africa Congress - Abstract submission is now open

  • Event Type
    Physical
  • Venue
    Rabat, Morocco
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