Mohamed Abdi Ware

IGAD Convenes GHACOF 73 in Addis Ababa H.E. Mohamed Abdi Ware, @MAWAreSo, #IGAD Deputy Executive Secretary, on behalf of the Executive Secretary, opened the 73rd Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum in Addis Ababa. The forum brought together Member States, climate scientists, partners and stakeholders to develop the June to September 2026 seasonal climate outlook, supporting preparedness and informed decision making across the region. #RisingWithIGAD #OneRegionOneFuture

On the sidelines of the Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 73) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, glad to conduct extensive discussions with the World Meteorological Irganization (WMO) and the leadership of the National Meteorological and Hydrological Authorities (NMHAs) of Burundi 🇧🇮, Djibouti 🇩🇯 , Ethiopia 🇪🇹 , Kenya, 🇰🇪 Rwanda 🇷🇼, Somalia 🇸🇴 , South Sudan🇸🇸, Sudan 🇸🇩 , Tanzania 🇹🇿 and Uganda🇺🇬. The Steering Committee discussed how to strengthen ICPAC and NHMAs so that they produce reliable and timely climate services for the Member States.

The Horn of Africa has the wisdom, institutions, governments, intellectuals, diplomats, and people to solve its own problems and build its own path to peace, stability, and shared prosperity. Today in Jigjiga, I addressed the Elite Dialogue on Peace and Security in the Horn of Africa, calling for deeper dialogue and renewed regional ownership in shaping our shared future. At a time of growing global fragmentation and shifting alignments, the Horn must stand together, speak with clarity, and act with unity to secure its own peace and future.

On the sidelines of the Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 73) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, I took the opportunity to meet with delegates from the Foreign Ministries of IGAD Member States. The Ministries of Foreign Affairs of our Member States provide oversight and political support for @IGADsecretariat activities in Peace and Security, Socioeconomic Development and Regional integration. Glad to listen to their insights and guidance.

📹 #ICYMI: Key takeaways from #GHACOF73 opening remarks: 💬 “Climate resilience is no longer only an environmental issue. It is now a development, humanitarian, and economic priority for our region. We must ensure that climate information supports planning and decision-making across sectors, including agriculture, water management, infrastructure development, disaster risk management, public health, livestock, water and energy, and humanitarian preparedness,” @MAWareSO, Deputy Executive Secretary @IGADsecretariat

Convened by the @IGADsecretariat, 73rd Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 73) opens in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Attended by delegates from Member States of the Greater Horn of Africa (🇧🇮 🇩🇯 🇪🇹🇰🇪🇸🇴🇸🇸🇸🇩🇷🇼🇹🇿🇺🇬), World Meteorological Organization (WMO) climate scientists, civil society, partners, and other stakeholders, it was an opportunity to take stock of the findings of GHACOF 72, and make prediction for the June-September 2026 outlook. This prediction will provide policymakers and economic and social actors with timely and scientific information to make correct anticipatory actions.

Congratulations to my brother HE Osman Doubbad on his appointment as the Djibouti Ambassador to Somalia. Osman served as the first commander of the AMISOM contingent (Djiboutian and Ethiopian) in sector 4 (Hiiraan) of Somalia. He laid the foundation for the excellent relations between the peacekeepers and the local community, earning the moniker ‘Hiil Walaal’ -brotherly solidarity- for them in the process. During his tenure, he oversaw the fight against the Shabaab, mentoring of local forces, community engagement projects, assistance to flood victims and countless other interventions in the spirit of ‘Brotherly Solidarity’. His appointment as Ambassador to Somalia during this critical time is a wise decision by HE @IsmailOguelleh, and will be a great asset, not only for bilateral relations between the two countries (Djibouti and Somalia) , but the for entire Horn of Africa region. I’m proud to have worked with him through thick and thin, during my tenure in HirShabelle, and wish him well in this new chapter of his life. @souefmo_elamine @NuursViews @ATMIS_Somalia

The media is not a spectator to Africa’s transformation, it is a driving force. As digital innovation and AI reshape the landscape, they expand access to information while also risking the spread of content that erodes trust. Today, at the Annual Pan-African Media Summit 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya I called on the media to shape narratives that reflect our realities and define our future, as a guardian of truth and a force shaping society. At IGAD, we remain committed to advocating media sustainability and safeguarding editorial integrity across our Member States and beyond.

#AfricaForward2026. Intense, collaborative, bold, action oriented. @ForeignOfficeKE

As the Africa Forward Summit comes to a close in Nairobi, Kenya, @IGADsecretariat will work in close collaboration with the @_AfricanUnion to advance our Region’s Agenda in Peace and Security and Sustainable Development. Glad to bid farewell to my brother, Ambassador Nuur Mohamed Sheikh @NuursViews, Spokesperson for the Chairman of the African Union Commission and an @IGADsecretariat alumni.

IGAD Advances Regional Agenda at Africa Forward Summit Attending the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi on behalf of the Executive Secretary, the IGAD Deputy Executive Secretary, H.E. @MAWareSO, advanced the region’s agenda for resilience, investment, industrialisation and sustainable development. The Summit saw a strong call for Africa to move from aid to investment, from mineral extraction to industrialisation, and from vulnerability to development. IGAD welcomes this renewed vision for a more self reliant, competitive and prosperous Africa. @ForeignOfficeKE @StateHouseKenya

At today’s Ministerial Meeting on the Reform of the UN Security Council, held on the margins of the Africa–France Summit in Nairobi, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, reaffirmed Africa’s united & principled position on @UN Security Council reform. The Chairperson @ymahmoudali underscored that “Africa is not asking for a favour; Africa is demanding the correction of a historical injustice,” stressing that the continent can no longer remain excluded from permanent representation in the Council despite its demographic, political, & economic weight. Guided by the Ezulwini Consensus & the Sirte Declaration,he said Africa continues to call for no fewer than two permanent seats with full prerogatives, including the veto while it exists, & five non-permanent seats in an expanded Council. Chairperson Youssouf welcomed the support of France, Kenya, & Sierra Leone in advancing the African Model, & called for stronger political coordination, strategic alliances, & concrete action to transform growing international consensus into meaningful reform. “The credibility & legitimacy of the Security Council depend on its ability to reflect the realities of today’s world, not the geopolitical order of 1945,” he stated. He further noted that the AU’s permanent membership in the G20 has already demonstrated that global governance institutions can evolve to become more representative, inclusive, & responsive to contemporary realities. Read @ au.int/en/pressreleas…

Honoured to attend the inauguration ceremony of H.E. President-elect @KagutaMuseveni at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in Kampala, Uganda. As a founding Member State, Uganda continues to play an important role in advancing regional peace, security, cooperation, and stability across the region and beyond. I am grateful for the warm welcome extended to me and the IGAD delegation. I convey my best wishes to H.E. the President and the people of Uganda.

From Aid to investment, from extraction of minerals to industrialization, from vulnerability to development, the Africa Forward Summit presents a new vision for Africa. Glad to join Heads of State and Government, Global Leaders, Captains of Industry and youth groups for the realization of this vision. A remarkable gathering and a dynamic roadmap for Africa!

Glad to join HE Hon. Aden Bare Duale, @HonAdenDuale, Cabinet Secretary for Health in Kenya and HE Ndiamé Diop, World Bank Vice President for Eastern and Southern Africa for a High Level Breakfast to Launch ‘The Medical Access and Manufacturing Initiative (AIM2030), on the sidelines of the Africa Forward Summit, in Nairobi Kenya. Addressed by HE William S Ruto, President of Kenya, a commitment to learn the lessons of Covid-19, and strengthen African manufacturing of critical medical supplies on the continent.