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

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Technical Experts Unite to Address PPR and Zoonotic Diseases at the Wildlife–Livestock Interface

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October
2025

Technical Experts Unite to Address PPR and Zoonotic Diseases at the Wildlife–Livestock Interface

Nairobi, 22–24 October 2025 – This week, the African Union – InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-…

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Inaugural Ministerial Meeting of the Sectoral Committee on Fisheries and Aquaculture Strengthens Africa's Policy Voice in Blue Economy Governance

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October
2025

Inaugural Ministerial Meeting of the Sectoral Committee on Fisheries and Aquaculture Strengthens Africa's Policy Voice in Blue Economy Governance

The inaugural Sectoral Committee of Ministers for Fisheries and Aquaculture convened on 23 October…

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AU-IBAR to Champion Implementation of Continental Strategies for Sustainable Agri-Food Systems at the 6th STC-ARDWE

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October
2025

AU-IBAR to Champion Implementation of Continental Strategies for Sustainable Agri-Food Systems at the 6th STC-ARDWE

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 21–24 October 2025AU-IBAR will participate in the 6th Ordinary Session of the…

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