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

AU-IBAR at the Second Africa Climate Summit: Advancing Climate Resilience Through Fisheries, Aquaculture, and the Blue Economy

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September
2025

AU-IBAR at the Second Africa Climate Summit: Advancing Climate Resilience Through Fisheries, Aquaculture, and the Blue Economy

The Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2) was held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on September 8-10, 2025, with the…

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Opening of the 37th ISCTRC Conference and Global Commitments to Eliminate Trypanosomiasis

15

September
2025

Opening of the 37th ISCTRC Conference and Global Commitments to Eliminate Trypanosomiasis

The 37th ISCTRC Conference was officially opened by Sen. Mutahi Kagwe, Cabinet Secretary, who celebrated…

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AU-IBAR Showcases Fisheries and Blue Economy Initiatives at IGAD Side Event, Africa Climate Summit 2

09

September
2025

AU-IBAR Showcases Fisheries and Blue Economy Initiatives at IGAD Side Event, Africa Climate Summit 2

From 8–10 September 2025, the Africa Climate Summit 2 (ACS2) is bringing together over 100 speakers,…

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Upcoming Events

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
13 Oct - 17 Oct
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
06 Oct - 08 Oct

17th Pan-African National Codex Contact Point Officers Meeting

  • Event Type
    Physical
  • Venue
    Nairobi, Kenya
07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
01 Oct - 03 Oct

9th Global Conference on Gender in Aquaculture and Fisheries (GAF9)

  • Event Type
    Hybrid
  • Venue
    Pathum Thani, Thailand.
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