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Intergovernmental Authority on Development
Intergovernmental Authority on Development
Acronym
IGAD
Intergovernmental or Multilateral organization
Network
Phone number
+253-21354050

Location

Djibouti
Postal address
IGAD Secretariat Avenue Georges Clemenceau
P.O. Box 2653
Working languages
English
French

IGAD: its history and development

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) in Eastern Africa was created in 1996 to supersede the Intergovernmental Authority on Drought and Development (IGADD) which was founded in 1986 to mitigate the effects of the recurring severe droughts and other natural disasters that resulted in widespread famine, ecological degradation and economic hardship in the region. Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Sudan and Uganda - took action through the United Nations to establish the intergovernmental body for development and drought control in their region. Eritrea became the seventh member after attaining independence in 1993 and in 2011 South Sudan joined IGAD as the eighth member state.

With the new emerging political and socio-economic challenges, the assembly of Heads of State and Government, meeting in Addis Ababa in April 1995, resolved to revitalize IGADD and expand areas of cooperation among Member States. The new and revitalized IGAD was launched during the 5th Summit of IGAD Assembly of Heads of State and Government held on 25-26 November 1996 in Djibouti. The Summit endorsed the decision to enhance regional cooperation in three priority areas of food security and environmental protection, economic cooperation, regional integration and social development peace and security.

IGAD Vision and Mission Statements

The founding leaders of IGAD were motivated by a vision where the people of the region would develop a regional identity, live in peace and enjoy a safe environment alleviating poverty through appropriate and effective sustainable development programmes. The IGAD Secretariat as the executive body of the Authority was given the mandate to achieve this goal.

Vision: IGAD to be the premier Regional Economic Community (REC) for achieving peace and sustainable development in the region.

Mission: Promote regional cooperation and integration to add value to Member States’ efforts in achieving peace, security and prosperity.

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Resources

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a Between a Rock and a Hard PlaceaTM: Land Rights and Displacement in Juba, South Sudan

januari, 2016
South Sudan
The document titled "Between a Rock and a Hard Place: Land Rights and Displacement in Juba, South Sudan" is a paper authored by David K. Deng in February 2016. It provides an in-depth examination of land rights and displacement issues in Juba, South Sudan, in the aftermath of the violence that erupted in December 2013. The paper discusses the legal and regulatory framework, displacement, and urban land disputes that have arisen due to the crisis. It also highlights challenges such as the loss of documentation, urban rezoning, and the mechanisms for dispute resolution.

Country Programme Paper to End Drought Emergencies in the Horn of Africa a South Sudan

januari, 2014
South Sudan
The document titled "Country Programme Paper to End Drought Emergencies in the Horn of Africa: South Sudan" outlines South Sudan's 15-year strategy for addressing recurrent drought emergencies and building resilient communities. This strategy was developed under the IGAD Drought Disaster Resilience and Sustainability Initiative. It identifies interventions in natural resource management, market access, basic services, and conflict resolution.

Oil Belongs to the South, a Land Belongs to the CommunityaTM: Asserting Control Over Natural Resources in South Sudan

januari, 2014
South Sudan
The document titled "Oil Belongs to the South, a Land Belongs to the Community: Asserting Control Over Natural Resources in South Sudan" is a thesis that scrutinizes the challenges of natural resource management in South Sudan following its independence in 2011. The focus is primarily on oil and land. The study brings to light the contradictions between South Sudan's economic and political objectives concerning oil transport and pipelines.

Land and Water Resource Management in South Sudan

januari, 2013
South Sudan
The document titled "Land and Water Resource Management in South Sudan" is a part of the South Sudan Infrastructure Action Plan prepared by the African Development Bank. It scrutinizes land and water resource management as vital elements for South Sudan's sustainable economic growth. The document underscores challenges such as land tenure conflicts, insufficient infrastructure, and institutional weaknesses that impede development.