An inter-governmental organization of 12 countries in the African Great Lakes Region established to promote peace, security, stability and development.
7 corridors. 9 countries. 1 programme built on trade as a pathway to peace.
The REST-GLR write-shop wraps up in Tanzania — with @jumuiya, @_ICGLR_ and UN affiliated agencies aligned and the institutional architecture agreed.
This is what co-ownership looks like. #RESTGLR
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Women cross-border traders move goods, economies, and hope. Yet, they face systemic harassment at crossings.
​The #RECsdialogue prioritized key strategies for safeguarding women in borderlands to foster secure economic integration.
​#RESTGLR#womenintrade@_ICGLR_
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International Conference on the Great Lakes Region retweeted
What if the Great Lakes Region's borderlands became platforms for economic stability? Day 1 of #RESTGLR brought together RECs, and the UN to for focused discussions on
đź”— Digitalization
📦 Trade facilitation
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⛏️ Critical minerals
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The ICGLR ES @mubitaluwa met with Mr. James Swan, Head of @MONUSCO, and @HuangXia16 of @un_greatlakes to strengthen cooperation for peace, security, and stability in the Great Lakes Region, highlighting the need for coordinated regional and international action.
The workshop is focused on finalising a comprehensive early warning module for the Great Lakes Region and strengthening institutional linkages within Mlinzi. This marks a key step from system design to operationalisation for improved conflict prevention and response.
Experts from ICGLR, EJVM, JIFC, @ICGLR_LMRC and key early warning systems @AUC_PAPS@EASF4Peace@COMESA_HQ@IGAD_CEWARN@SADC_News are refining indicators, escalation parameters, and thematic pillars covering governance, security, economy, environment, and humanitarian issues.
The ICGLR held a technical expert workshop in Nairobi to advance its Conflict Early Warning and Response System (Mlinzi), with support from the @UEauBurundi and @ISSAfrica. The workshop brings together partners to strengthen coordination and technical exchange.
The ICGLR Secretariat was honoured to host the Chair of the Regional Inter-Ministerial Committee (RIMC), H.E. Floribert Anzuluni Isiloketshi, for consultations on regional priorities and ongoing peace, security and development efforts.
@MAEBurundi@Rdc_MIR
We also welcomed H.E. the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and Cooperation for Development of Burundi, H.E. Amb. Edouard Bizimana, member of the ICGLR Troika, whose presence reaffirmed Member States’ commitment to regional cooperation. @MAEBurundi@Rdc_MIR
📢 Vacancy Announcement:
🔹 Director of Administration & Finance
🔹 Coordinator, Technical Unit on Natural Resources
Member States are encouraged to submit qualified candidates by 31 July 2026.
For details, visit👉 icglr.org/vacancy-announceme…
The ICGLR proudly joined the celebration of #AfricaDay, reaffirming its commitment to peace, security, stability and sustainable development in the Great Lakes Region and across Africa.
Together for a peaceful, prosperous and united Africa. 🌍✨
@NtareHouse
🗣️ “Bringing together stakeholders such as @nemaug@BOU_Official and the Mines Department helps strengthen coordination in implementing the ICGLR RCM. Working together is key to reducing the illegal exploitation of natural resources.” Mrs. Grace Nasuna, Assistant Commissioner.
Through classroom sessions and field-based exercises, the workshop will equip DGSM inspectors, @nemaug officials and @BOU_Official staff with skills on mine site inspection, chain of custody, traceability and evidence-based inspection reporting under the ICGLR RCM framework.