The IGAD countries share not only common borders but also similar socio-economic, ecological, security and political challenges which were far more visible over the last decades. Addressing the 3rd State of the IGAD Region Session convened in Nairobi, Kenya, this week, Workneh Gebeyehu, the Executive Secretary of IGAD raised various issues, performance and challenges that IGAD has cruised through over the last several years. According to Workneh, 50% of the African livestock population is found in the IGAD region of the Horn of Africa. The IGAD countries are geo-strategically well positioned for promoting economic integration between member countries. All told, IGAD member countries should intensify collaborations to scale up achievements and overcome challenges in the region.

Source: Ethiopian News February 04, 2023 20:48 UTC