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African Development Bank (AFDB)

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) is a ‘AAA’ rated regional multilateral development finance institution, established in 1963. The overarching objective of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group is to spur sustainable economic development and social progress in its regional member countries (RMCs), thus contributing to poverty reduction. 80 member countries, including all the 54 African countries, and 26 non-African countries in the Americas, Europe and Asia own the Bank. To fulfil its mandate, the AfDB’s key functions include: (i) using its resources for the financing of investment projects and programmes relating to the economic and social development of its RMCs; (ii) the provision of technical assistance for the preparation and execution of development projects and programmes; (iii) promoting investment of public and private capital in Africa for development purposes; and (iv) to respond to requests for assistance in coordinating development policies and plans of RMCs. The AfDB places special emphasis on promoting regional integration, developing fragile states, developing the agriculture value chain and establishing food security, and promoting capability development of women and girls in Africa.

www.afdb.org

African Union Commission (AUC)

The Political Affairs, Peace & Security Department (PAPS) of the Commission of the African Union (AU) provides support to efforts aimed at promoting peace, security and stability on the continent. PAPS also supports the Peace and Security Council in carrying out its responsibilities as provided for under the protocol relating to the establishment of the AU Peace and Security Council (PSC).

PSOD responds to Peace Support Operations (PSOs) matters within the Peace and Security Department. The PSOD puts together policies, guidelines, agreements, frameworks and mechanisms to help bring together regional peace and security mechanism to respond to peace support operations and security challenges on the continent. PSOD plans, launches, sustains, monitors and liquidates all Peace Support Operations (PSOs) authorized by the African Union Policy Organs (AUPOs) inclusive of the Peace and Security Council (PSC) and/or the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (Assembly), as appropriate.

www.au.int

Angolan Armed Forces

Armaments Corporation of South Africa SOC Ltd (ARMSCOR) Meetings

Armscor is an acquisition agency for the South African Department of Defence and other organs of state. It is renowned for defence technology development and acquisition expertise in providing defence turnkey solutions to its clients.

www.armscor.co.za

BMA - Border Management Authority of South Africa

The Border Management Authority (BMA) is a Schedule 3A Public Entity of the South African government responsible for the implementation of border law enforcement functions at Ports of Entry and identified segments of the land border law enforcement area, i.e. borderline. The Authority, which is premised on a new policy paradigm of integrated border management, is positioned as a strategic intervention aimed at addressing and circumventing threats and risks which prevail in the country’s border environment. The BMA was formally established as an autonomous Entity on the 1st of April 2023 and is South Africa’s third law enforcement Entity, following the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the South African Police Service (SAPS). The Authority is headed by a National Commissioner whilst the Executive Authority is the Minister of Home Affairs.

www.bma.gov.za

Burkina Faso; Ministry of Defence (MoD)

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) of Burkina Faso is assigned four main missions: guarantee the security, sovereignty and integrity of the national territory; participate in national socio-economic development; contribute to the prevention, management, and resolution of conflicts by participating in military and humanitarian actions under the auspices of the UN and regional and subregional organizations; and taking, in matters of civil protection, the prevention and relief measures required in all circumstances, the safeguarding of populations and the protection of property (disaster, major risks of any nature).

www.defense.gov.bf

EASF - Eastern Africa Standby Force

The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) is a regional organization whose mandate is to enhance peace and security in the Eastern Africa region. It is one of the five regional multidimensional Forces of the African Standby Force (ASF) consisting of Military, Police and Civilian components. EASF was established in 2004 as a regional mechanism to provide capability for rapid deployment of forces to carry out preventive deployment, rapid intervention, peace support/stability operations and peace enforcement. EASF attained its Full Operational Capability in 2014 and has now moved to the deployment phase, a status that enables it to participate in Peace Support Operations (PSOs) and Humanitarian Assistance and Natural Disaster Support (HANDS) as and when mandated by the African Union and the EASF Summit of Heads of State and Governments.

www.easfcom.org

Ethiopian Ministry of Defense (ENDF)

The Ethiopian army's origins and military traditions date back to the earliest history of Ethiopia. Ethiopian National Defence Forces (ENDF) has the responsibility to defend effectively the country and the constitutional order from outside invaders, terrorists and internal anti-peace forces. To achieve its responsibility, ENDF has organized Defence Intelligence Main Department (DIMD) as a department with the responsibilities of collecting information to fill intelligence requirements on actual/potential security threats on Ethiopian national interests. DIMD is an inter-service department, which has a broad range of responsibilities including: the control of all matters relating to the gathering, reporting and exploitation of intelligence about potential as well as actual enemies’ existing political, socio-economic and military situations as well as activities and intentions. DIMD has been authorized to conduct intelligence gathering operations on the identified threats to the country’s national security objectives.

EU Delegation to the AU

Symbolising the strategic and continuously growing partnership between the African Union and the European Union, the EU is one of the few diplomatic entities to have a dedicated mission to the AU in Addis Ababa since 2008. The overall purpose of the EU Delegation to the AU is to contribute to enhancing the unique and diverse Partnership that exists between both Unions. Over 50 staff operate in an environment that includes the AU Commission, 55 AU Member States, other regional and pan-African organisations. The EU Delegation is also accredited to the UN Economic Organisation for Africa. Also, 21 EU Member States are represented in Addis Ababa and accredited to the AU and UNECA. The Delegation deals with a wide range of topics, including both dialogue on political issues of mutual concern and interest with AU and broader interlocutors on the continent, as well as longer-term cooperation and institution building.

www.eeas.europa.eu

Ghana Armed Forces

The Ghana Armed Forces primary missions are ensuring territorial integrity, assisting with internal security, peacekeeping, and protecting the country’s territorial waters and air space.

The Ghana Armed Forces traces its origins to the colonial era when the Gold Coast Constabulary that was established in 1879 and renamed the Gold Coast Regiment in 1901. The Gold Coast Regiment was part of the West African Frontier Force, a multi-regiment unit formed by the British colonial office in 1900 to garrison Britain's West African colonies, which went on to serve in both World Wars. Following Ghana's independence in 1957, the Gold Coast Regiment formed the basis for the new Ghana Army.

The formation of the Ghana Navy dates to the period of World War II when the British established the Gold Coast Naval Volunteer Force to conduct seaward patrols to keep the coastal waters of the colony free from sea mines. On the attainment of independence in 1957, a new volunteer force was organized with two divisions with an organic headquarters located in Takoradi. This volunteer force provided formed the nucleus of the present Ghana Navy which was formally established in July 1959.

The Ghana Air Force started on 24 July 1959 as a Flying Training School with Israeli instructors and technicians of the Israeli Air Force. The School was established to complement the Army and the Navy. Later that year a headquarters was established in Accra thereby formalizing the establishment of the Ghana Air Force.

Ghana Police Service

The Ghana Police Service (Gold Coast Police Force) was established in 1894 with the passing of the Police Ordinance, which gave legal authority for the formation of a Civil Police Force. The Force had two main divisions, the General Police and Escort Police. Political disturbances in the Gold Coast led to the establishment of the Special Branch, the intelligent unit of the Gold Coast Police in 1948. In 1949, a Wireless Division was established in the Force to transmit the increasingly sensitive material to and from the various components of the Police Force. All this while, the Police was made up of males only. On 1st September, 1952 twelve (12) women were recruited into the Police Service, purposely to handle issues affecting women, children and juveniles. In 1957, when Ghana gained independence on March 6th of that year, the Gold Coast Police Force evolved into Ghana Police Force. Presently, the Ghana Police Service is regulated by the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, to deliver services in crime prevention, detection, apprehension, and prosecution of offenders consistent with the expectations of Ghana stakeholders for maximum protection, safe, secure and peaceful Communities.

police.gov.gh

HALO Trust

The HALO Trust is an arms and explosive management non-governmental organisation, providing weapons and ammunition management and explosive hazards clearance to countries affected by conflict. HALO builds host-nation capacity to manage stockpiles of arms and ammunition, and removes landmines and makes safe other weapons such as cluster bombs, stockpiles of small arms and improvised explosive devices (IEDs). HALO works in 30 countries and territories worldwide, employing over 12,000 staff. HALO has worked continuously in Africa for over 25 years with operations across more than 15 countries, including Mozambique since 1994, Malawi since 2019, Kenya since 2021.

halotrust.org

ICRC - International Committee of the Red Cross

The ICRC Delegation to the African Union (AU), based in Addis Ababa, works with the AU and other partners to draw attention to humanitarian issues, promote the faithful implementation of international humanitarian law throughout Africa, and raise awareness of the ICRC's role and activities on the continent. Operating under a cooperation agreement signed in 1992 between the ICRC and the Organization of African Unity, predecessor of the AU, the Delegation works closely with the AU Commission and Member States of the AU, sharing experiences and views on humanitarian consequences arising from armed conflict.

www.icrc.org

IGAD Health & Social Development Division

The goal of Health and Social Development Division is to enhance the quality of life of people of the region towards longer life expectancy. The division is encompassing all the human development issues and upgrading the human capital in the IGAD region with focus on youth, children, women, and other vulnerable population. The mandate of the division is to coordinate, implement and oversee the regional health projects for vulnerable population. It also provides health and basic social services to the most needed population (cross border mobile population, refugee, returnees, IDPs, pastoralist population) in order to enhance development for the people of the IGAD region. The Health and Social Development Programme area is encompassing all the human development issues and upgrading the human capital in the IGAD region with focus on youth, children, women, and other vulnerable population.

www.igad.int

IGAD Security Sector Program (IGAD SSP)

Launched and operational in October 2011 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the objective and missions of IGAD's ISSP are: contributing to foster peace, security, sustainable development and regional integration in the IGAD region; enhancing the effectiveness of the member states security sector to address common transnational, regional and national security threats; enhance and enable member states' security sector capacity to address common transnational security threats, thus, engendering sustainable economic development; and contribute the prediction, anticipation, prevention, and management of emerging, evolving, and exiting security threats in the IGAD region for sustainable development and economic integration.

www.igadssp.org

INTERPOL - Office of the Special Representative of INTERPOL to the African Union (SIRAU)

INTERPOL, the International Criminal Police Organization, is an inter-governmental organization with 195 member countries, helping to police in all of them, to work together and make the world a safer place. The organisation enables member countries to share and access data on crimes and criminals, whilst offering a range of technical and operational support. Run by the Secretary General, it is staffed by both police and civilians and comprises a headquarters in Lyon, a global complex for innovation in Singapore, and several satellite offices in different regions. In each member country, an INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) provides the central point of contact for the General Secretariat and other NCBs and is run by national police officials.

Located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the Office of the Special Representative of INTERPOL to the African Union (SRIAU) was opened in May 2016. The aim of the office is to: Increase INTERPOL’s visibility to the African Union institutions, agencies, and governing bodies involved in activities related to law enforcement; to Promote law enforcement collaboration with the African Union Commission and develop creative synergies to avoid duplication; and to Act as a Partner in the African Union and other stakeholder initiatives regarding the law enforcement arena on the African Continent.

www.interpol.int

INTERPOL Regional Bureau for Eastern Africa

We are the International Criminal Police Organization commonly referred to as INTERPOL, an inter-governmental organization with a membership of 196 countries. We enhance and support law enforcement cooperation aimed at making the world a safer place. To achieve our mission, we provide a wide range of tools and capabilities that enable countries to share and access data on crimes and criminals. We also offer extensive technical and operational support that emanates from member countries requests. The Secretary General oversees and coordinates our day-to-day activities through the five executive directorates. INTERPOL is staffed by both police and civilians and comprises a headquarters in Lyon, a global complex for innovation in Singapore and several satellite bureaus in different regions. In each country, an INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) provides the central point of contact for the General Secretariat and other NCBs. We work closely with the UN, EU, AU, and other cooperating partners in supporting national efforts in combating crimes across three general crime areas we consider the most pressing today: terrorism, cybercrime, and organized crime.

www.interpol.int

IOM - International Organization of Migration

Since its first presence in Ethiopia in 1995, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) has been contributing to the efforts of the Government of Ethiopia (GOE) to effectively manage migration through a wide variety of projects and programmes. Today, IOM’s presence in Ethiopia includes its Country Office in Addis Ababa, Field- and Sub-Offices across the country covering almost all Regional States, Migration Response Centres (MRCs) and Migration Health Assessment Clinics (MHACs) along key migratory routes, and multiple Transit Centres to accommodate returning migrants and departing refugees. IOM’s programmatic interventions in Ethiopia are divided in seven broad areas: Migration Management and Governance; Protection; Data and Research; Resettlement and Movement Management; Migration Health; Preparedness and Response; and Peace and Development Coordination. IOM’s current strategic priorities are: 1) Saving lives and protecting people on the move through a multi-sectoral approach; 2) Driving solutions to displacement; 3) Facilitating pathways to regular migration. Gender, protection, accountability to affected populations (AAP) and environmental considerations are mainstreamed in all IOM programming.

ethiopia.iom.int

ITU Regional Office for Africa

ITU is the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies (ICTs). The Organization is made up of a membership of 193 Member States and more than 1000 companies, universities and international and regional organizations. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and with regional offices on every continent, ITU is the oldest agency in the UN family – connecting the world since the dawn of the telegraph in 1865. We facilitate international connectivity in communication networks. We allocate global radio spectrum and satellite orbits, develop the technical standards that ensure networks and technologies connect seamlessly, and work to improve access to digital technologies in underserved communities worldwide. ITU works to bring digital connectivity to everyone, providing a trusted, multilateral platform to broker international agreements and standards, share knowledge, build capacity, and work with members and partners to spread access to technology around the world.

www.itu.int

KAIPTC - Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Centre

Established by Ghana’s Ministry of Defence and commissioned in 2004, KAIPTC is a leading regional Centre of Excellence designated by ECOWAS, providing internationally recognized training, education, and research in peace and security. With over 25,000 alumni across military, police, and civilian sectors, KAIPTC supports the capacity development of ECOWAS, AU, UN, CSOs, and Member States. Its core focus areas include conflict prevention, peace operations, governance, and post-conflict peacebuilding. The Centre also advances thought leadership through its Faculty of Academic Affairs and Research (FAAR), and champions’ inclusive peace through its Women, Youth, Peace and Security Institute (WYPSI). KAIPTC’s 2024–2028 strategy aims to enhance Africa’s peace and security architecture through tailored training, policy dialogue, and strategic partnerships.

www.kaiptc.org

Kenya Coast Guard Service (KCGS)

The concept of establishing the KCGS is to pool the resources held within various Government agencies which have statutory responsibility over Kenya’s maritime domain. This domain has both state and non-state actors in various activities including exploration and exploitation of marine living and non-living resources, fiscal, immigration, shipping and sanitary laws. KCGS aims to strengthen and enhance enforcement of laws and regulations applicable in Kenya’s territorial and inland waters, in particular those relating to maritime security and safety; fisheries protection, pollution control; sanitation; customs; narcotic drugs; prohibited plants; psychotropics substances; illegal firearms and ammunition; and protection of maritime resources. KCGS is empowered to arrest and prosecute persons suspected of committing offences in Kenya´s territorial and inland waters. In addition, KCGS undertakes emergency response as maritime search and rescue and response to maritime spills.

www.kcgs.go.ke

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF)

The Ministry of Defence is comprised of the Kenya Army, the Kenya Air Force, the Kenya Navy, the Defence Forces Constabulary and the Civilian Staff. Our mission is to defend and protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic, assist and cooperate with other authorities in situations of emergency or disaster and restore peace in any part of Kenya affected by unrest or instability as assigned. The Ministry of Defence is committed to defending the people of the Republic of Kenya and their property against external aggression and also provides support to the Civil Authority. This service Charter is a commitment by the Ministry of Defence to render efficient and effective services to the citizenry and the stakeholders.

www.mod.go.ke

Lesotho Defence Force (LDF)

The Lesotho Defence Force (LDF) roots stem from the Police Mobile Unit (PMU), first formed in the 1960s. In 1979, the PMU transitioned to the Army, swiftly becoming the Modern Army - Lesotho Paramilitary Force (LPF) in 1980. In 1986, the Force became the Royal Lesotho Defence Force (RLDF), before becoming the Lesotho Defence Force (LDF) in 1993, Commanded by Lieutenant General Mojalefa Letsoela. The LDF’s priority focus areas include: Internal Security - playing a crucial role in maintaining peace and order within Lesotho, supporting civil authorities like the police in upholding law and order and preventing crime; Territorial Integrity - tasked with protecting Lesotho's borders and ensuring the country's sovereignty, although external defense is largely provided by South Africa due to Lesotho's landlocked position; Upholding the Constitution - responsible for upholding the country's constitution and ensuring its protection; Supporting Civil Authorities - providing assistance to other government departments as directed by the government, including supporting essential services and maintaining law and order; International Obligations - participating in peace support operations and regional military cooperation, fulfilling Lesotho's international obligations; and Other Roles - development initiatives and other public service tasks to contribute to national development. Focus on building relationships with the public to foster accountability and transparency.

www.ldf.gov.ls

Madagascar National Police; Ministry of Public Security

The Malagasy Police Institution was founded after the independence of Madagascar. Since 1963, Police force and Police service are part of the Ministry of Public Security whose responsibilities exist to protect the institutions of the republic; guarantee the free exercise of fundamental freedom; apply the law and regulations; ensure the protection of persons and property; ensure the maintenance of public order and the protection of national interest in accordance to the safeguarding of national sovereignty. Fifteen departments make up the National Police and each department is represented in the regional public safety structure. Police stations and other specialized services form the structure on the low level.

Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF)

Operating within the authorized AU Peace and Security Council mandate, it is the Multinational Joint Task Force's (MNJTF) mission to create a safe and secure environment in the areas affected by the activities of Boko Haram and other terrorist groups, in order to significantly reduce violence against civilians and other abuses, including sexual and gender-based violence, in full compliance with international law, including international humanitarian law and the UN HRDDP.

www.mnjtffmm.org

Namibia Police Force (NAMPOL)

The Namibian Police Force’s mission is to deliver quality law enforcement services to the public. The Force’s core values are: Ethics - Serving the public with honesty and strong moral principle through obedience to police code of conduct; Efficiency - Providing a courteous and helpful service which is run to suit the convenience of those entitled to the service; Patriotism - Providing information about police services in a straightforward and open manner which is readily understandable; Accessibility - Providing information about police services in a straightforward and open manner which is readily understandable; Innovation - Foster continuous improvement through technological advancement research and evidence practices; and Customer centric - Serve with courtesy, politeness, humility, respect, helpfulness.

www.nampol.gov.na

NATO Strategic Direction-South Hub (NSD-S Hub)

The mission of the Nato Strategic Direction - South Hub is to: monitor and assess the dynamics of NATO's operating environment by being a forum for engagement and information sharing; inform operational and strategic leaders by enhancing our collective understanding and proactively shape NATO's decision-making; provide NATO a strategic-level lens to better anticipate, pre-empt, limit, and overcome challenges; and be a positive force through confidence-building measures with non-military entities dedicated to long-term stability and prosperity for local populations in NATO's South.

thesouthernhub.org

Nigeria Police Force

The Nigeria Police Service serves to make Nigeria safer and more secure for economic development and growth; to create a safe and secure environment for everyone living in Nigeria. The Service's mission is realised through; 1) partner with other relevant Security Agencies and the public in gathering, collating and sharing information and intelligence with the intention of ensuring the safety and security of the country; 2) participate in efforts aimed at addressing the root causes of crime while ensuring that any criminal act is investigated so as to bring the criminals to justice in a fair and professional manner; 3) engender an efficient, effective, well-trained and highly motivated workforce, with deliberate efforts aimed at improving the capacity and welfare of all officers and men of the Force; 4) build a people’s friendly Police Force that will respect and uphold the fundamental rights of all citizens; and 5) build a gender sensitive and gender friendly Police Force that will give equal opportunity to female Police Officers. Additionally, prioritizing collaboration and cooperation with international law enforcement agencies and partners in combating transnational crime.

www.npf.gov.ng

Nigerian Army; Nigeria Armed Forces

The history of the Nigerian Army dates back to 1863, when Lt Glover of the Royal Navy selected 18 indigenes from the Northern Nigeria and organised them in a local force, known as the "Glover Hausas". They were used to mount punitive expeditions in the Lagos hinterland and to protect British trade routes around Lagos. In 1865, the Glover Hausas became a regular force with the name Hausa Constabulary. It performed both police and military duties for the British colonial government. It later became Lagos Constabulary. In addition, the colonialist included the Royal Niger Company in Northern Nigeria and the Oil Rivers Irregular in 1891. Lord Fredrick Lugard formed the incipient body into West African Frontier Force. Since then, the Army has grown into a formidable force that participated in the two world wars and a Nigerian civil war. The Army also participated in the global peace by deployment of troops in the Congo, Lebanon, Mali and many other countries in support of the United Nations mandate. The Nigerian Army also led the ECOMOG peace enforcement force in the then war-ravaged countries of Liberia and Sierra Leone and restored democracy in those countries. The Nigerian Army, currently being led by Lieutenant General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede is re-organised and fully committed to fighting banditry, illegal oil bunkering, counter terrorism, and counter insurgency operations within the country to restore peace and security in addition to its commitment to global peace through the current deployment of troops in the Gambia, Guinea Bissau and Abyei.

www.army.mil.ng

Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB)

Rwanda Investigation Bureau is a Professional Investigative Institution that upholds Rule of Law and Human Rights towards a Crime-free Nation. The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) is a specialized organ established by the law Nº12/2017 of 07/04/2017 and responsible for performing career investigative functions, and partners with other law enforcement agencies in ensuring law and order. Rwanda Investigation Bureau’s mission is to prevent, detect, investigate, and respond to current and emerging crime threats through the use of modern technology and building partnership in order to uphold the rule of law.

www.rib.gov.rw

Tanzania Peoples Defence Forces (TPDF)

The Tanzania Peoples’ Defence Forces aims at maintaining a small armed forces composed of highly skilled officers and men equipped with modern equipment necessary for national defence. Our mission is to defend the state sovereignty, safeguard National interests of the United Republic of Tanzania, and Aid to civil authority.

www.tpdf.mil.tz

U.S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Europe & Africa)

As the nation’s combat logistics support agency, the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) manages the end-to-end global defense supply chain – from raw materials to end user disposition – for the five military services, 11 combatant commands, other federal, state and local agencies and partner and allied nations. DLA’s mission is to “deliver readiness and lethality to the Warfighter Always and support our nation through quality, proactive global logistics.” To accomplish this mission, DLA has a staff of about 25,000 employees divided into multiple supply chains that contract for material and services across the military classes of supply, to include: subsistence (food/water), clothing and textiles, bulk petroleum and other energy products, construction material and equipment, personal demand items, medical material and equipment, and repair parts for land, sea and air systems. The DLA consists of 6 major subordinate commands: DLA Aviation, DLA Troop Support, DLA Disposition Services, DLA Land & Maritime, DLA Energy, and DLA Distribution. DLA Europe & Africa serves as the Defense Logistics Agency's operationalized Regional Command Headquarters supporting U.S. European Command, NATO, and U.S. Africa Command Areas of Operation (AOR).

www.dla.mil/Europe-and-Africa

U.S. Embassy Addis Ababa/Foreign Commercial Service (FCS)

The U.S. Foreign Commercial Service (FCS), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, has operated from the U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa since 2014. As the leading U.S. government agency for export promotion, we support American companies seeking to do business in Ethiopia by facilitating access to government tenders, enhancing market transparency, and identifying strategic investment opportunities where U.S. products and technologies offer competitive advantages. While our core focus remains on strengthening U.S.–Ethiopia commercial ties, we increasingly engage with African Union (AU) initiatives and collaborate with partners across the continent. Ethiopia presents a wealth of trade and investment opportunities for U.S. firms, particularly in high-priority sectors such as renewable energy, aviation, healthcare, safety and security, hospitality and tourism, infrastructure (roads and railways), textiles, and agribusiness.

et.usembassy.gov

Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF)

UPDF is a nonpartisan force, national in character, patriotic, professional, disciplined, productive and subordinate to the civilian authority as established under the constitution. The UPDF’s interest is to protect Uganda and Africa at large. Providing a safe and secure environment in which all Ugandan citizens can live and prosper. Its functions include: To preserve and defend the sovereignty and interior integrity of Uganda; To co-operate with civilian authority in emergency situations in cases of natural disasters; To foster harmony and understanding between the defence forces and civilians; and To engage in productive activities for the development of Uganda.

www.updf.go.ug

UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)

The UK and countries in East Africa have strategic partnerships spanning a range of areas including security and stability, mutual prosperity and sustainable development. Trade and investment sit at the heart of our bilateral relationships. Economically, East Africa is by far the most exciting region on the continent. By 2040, East Africa is projected to account for 29% of Africa’s GDP – up from 21% in 2022 and just 14% in 2000. The balance of economic power on the continent is clearly shifting East. The next wave of high paying jobs and middle-income consumers will come from East Africa. We therefore work with Governments from across the region and UK businesses to ensure the region achieves its economic potential. Our bilateral trade with Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Ethiopia is worth an estimated £4bn.

www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-development-office

UN DPO Office of Military Affairs (OMA)

The Office of Military Affairs shall serve as a driving force in maintaining peace and security by delivering military expertise to the Department of Peace Operations, supporting our field missions, and assisting our Member States in generating and deploying effective military capabilities to peacekeeping missions worldwide.

peacekeeping.un.org/en/office-of-military-affairs

UNHCR - UN Refugee Agency

Every year, millions of people are forced to flee their homes to escape conflict and persecution and cannot return without risking their lives, safety or freedom. UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is there for them at every stage of the refugee and displacement journey, from the beginning of a crisis, through the months and often years that they are displaced from their homes. We deliver life-saving aid and protection in emergencies, advocate for improved asylum laws and systems so displaced people can access their rights, and help find long-term solutions so they can return home once safe to do so or build a future in a new country (Respond to emergencies - Protect human rights - Build better futures). We also work to ensure that stateless people are granted a nationality so they can access basic rights, such as education and health care.

www.unhcr.org/africa

UNMISS - UN Mission in South Sudan

On 9 July 2011 South Sudan became the newest country in the world. The birth of the Republic of South Sudan is the culmination of a six-year peace process which began with the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) in 2005. In adopting resolution 1996 (2011) on 8 July 2011, the Security Council determined that the situation faced by South Sudan continued to constitute a threat to international peace and security in the region and established the United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan (UNMISS) to consolidate peace and security and to help establish conditions for development. More then 18,000 peacekeepers serve with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan to protect civilians and build durable peace in the conflict-affected country. The civilian, police and military personnel from 75 countries carry out many duties under the mandate provided by the United Nations Security Council. Their work falls under four main pillars: Protection of Civilians; Creating conditions conducive to the delivery of humanitarian assistance; Supporting the implementation of the revitalized agreement and the peace process; and Monitoring and investigating and reporting on violations of international humanitarian law and abuses of human rights.

unmiss.unmissions.org

UNOWAS - UN Office for West Africa & the Sahel

The United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) is a special political mission under the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA), established in 2002. Led by SRSG Leonardo Santos Simão, UNOWAS promotes preventive diplomacy, mediation, and political stability in West Africa and the Sahel. Working with regional bodies like ECOWAS, the African Union, and the Lake Chad Basin Commission. UNOWAS addresses cross-border threats such as terrorism, organized crime, and maritime insecurity. It supports inclusive peacebuilding, election-related conflict prevention, and implementation of the Women, Peace and Security and Youth, Peace and Security agendas. It also focuses on the security impacts of climate change. The Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) chairs the Cameroon-Nigeria Mixed Commission (CNMC), overseeing the peaceful implementation of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling on the land and maritime boundary between Cameroon and Nigeria. The CNMC also mobilizes support for confidence-building initiatives aimed at addressing the needs of populations affected by the demarcation and developing projects to promote joint economic ventures and cross-border cooperation.

unowas.unmissions.org

VillageReach

VillageReach transforms health care delivery to reach everyone, so that each person has the health care needed to thrive. We develop solutions that improve equity and access to primary health care. This includes making sure products are available when and where they are needed and primary health care services are delivered to the most under-reached. Radical collaboration with governments, the private sector and other partners strengthen our ability to scale and sustain these solutions. Our work increases access to quality health care for 46 million people in sub-Saharan Africa.

www.villagereach.org

WFP - UN World Food Programme

The UN World Food Programme (WFP) aims at supporting countries to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and 17 (Partnerships), in line with national development plans, roadmaps and policies. WFP maintains a long-standing partnership with the African Union (AU) and its structures including the African Union Commission (AUC), Member States as well as various other continental and regional organs. To better consolidate and synchronise its support to the Continent, in 2007, WFP established its African Union Global Office (AUGO). The Office closely works with the AUC, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), AU-specialised technical organs such as AUDA-NEPAD, and other institutions such as the Pan-African Parliament, whilst partnering with other African-focused institutions including the UN Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) as well as other UN agencies (such as FAO, UNICEF, UNDP and UNHCR) that support the AU and Member States to develop and implement sustainable policies and programmes to combat all forms of hunger and malnutrition and address the root causes of conflict through peace building. On Peace & Security particularly, the AUGO Office works to advance the Joint United Nations – African Union Framework for Enhanced Partnership in Peace and Security (2017). The focus here is on preventing and mediating in conflicts and sustaining peace, emergency response and addressing the root causes of conflicts which are related to food insecurity and malnutrition. Providing lifesaving support is also key. We are also supporting the operationalisation of the AU Humanitarian Agency (AUHA) which will be key in allowing Africans to address their own humanitarian issues, locally.

www.wfp.org

WHO - World Health Organisation

The World Health Organization (WHO) are the directing and coordinating authority on international health within the United Nations’ system, working in 150 country offices. The WHO Regional Office for Africa is one of WHO’s 6 regional offices around the world. It serves the WHO African Region, which comprises 47 Member States with the Regional Office in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo. As the lead health authority within the United Nations (UN) system, we work with the Member States in the African Region and development partners to improve the health and well-being of people. Our work involves translation of global health initiatives into regional plans that respond to the specific needs and challenges of countries in the Region. We support countries to achieve better health outcomes through technical and policy advice, development of norms and standards, generation and sharing of knowledge and convening health partners. Together with countries, we attain health objectives by supporting national health policies and strategies.

www.who.int

World Vision Ethiopia

World Vision Ethiopia (WVE), which is one of the nine country offices in the East Africa Region of World Vision International (WVI), commenced with relief operations in the country in 1971. Its first office was opened in 1975 to undertake child sponsorship, beginning with an initial 128 children. During the 1984/85 drought, WVE participated in a massive relief operation that saved the lives of millions of people. Currently, WVE operates in 48 Area Programs (APs) spanning from Addis Ababa to all the regions of Ethiopia, addressing the needs of over 10 million people. WVE operations in Ethiopia focuses on implementation of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Integrated Livelihoods and Nutrition Security (ILaNS), Child Protection and Participation (CPP), Education and Life Skills (EdLS), Humanitarian and Emergency Affairs (HEA), Community Engagement and Sponsorship Plan (CESP) as well as grants projects. WVE is guided by the WVI Vision Statement which is: Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so.

www.wvi.org/ethiopia

Yemen Southern Transitional Council (STC)/Armed Forces

The Southern Transitional Council (STC) is a political organization in Yemen. The STC was formed in 2017 as a separatist movement seeking greater autonomy or independence for southern Yemen. The STC's primary objective is to protect the rights and interests of the southern region and its people. The STC has a military presence in southern areas and under the sycamore control headed by His Excellency Major General Adirondack Ghasam AlZubidi the President of STC and Deputy of the Presidential Leadership Council. The STC's military forces include various units, such as the Support and Reinforcement Brigades (SRB) and the Thunderbolt Brigades, each with its own command structure and areas of operation. The STC's military forces have been involved in various military operations, including clashes with other Yemeni factions during efforts to secure key territories. The STC's military forces play a significant role in the complex conflict landscape of Yemen, with their actions and relationships having important implications for the country's future.

Zambia Army

The Zambia Army mission is anchored on three thematic areas: 1) Preservation of national sovereignty based on the national policy of a defensive posture 2) the Zambia Defence Forces comprises of the Zambia Army (the major land force), Zambia Air Force (ZAF) and Zambia National Service (ZNS) as an auxiliary force, and 3) Contribution to the maintenance of world Peace.

The Kenneth Kaunda Peace Training Centre (KKPTC) was established in 2014, primarily for preparation of troops earmarked for peacekeeping missions with a hindsight to develop it into a Training Centre of Excellence (TCE) offering both training and educational programs. Once fully fledged, the Centre will provide training in three thematic areas of: 1) Peace Support Operations (PSOs), 2) Peace and Security Studies (PSS), and 3) Conflict Management Studies (CMS). It has so far prepared and deployed ten battalion contingents to the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilisation Mission in Central Africa Republic (MINUSCA). It has also prepared troops deployed under regional and sub-regional peacekeeping arrangements like the closed SADC Preventive Mission in the Kingdom of Lesotho (SAPMIL), SADC Mission in Mozambique (SAMIM) etc.

www.mod.gov.zm

Zambia Police Service

The Zambia Police Service is one of the departments under the Ministry of Home Affairs whose main responsibility is to enforce the law against all forms of crime and disorder, in order to maintain peace and order throughout Zambia. The operational functionaries of the institution are known as divisions located in each of the ten provinces of the country and seven Special Support Groups with Special Forces. The divisions are segmented into police districts, police stations and police posts. In terms of strength, the organisation staffing level is over 22,000 personnel of different specialities.