COMESA Secretariat

COMESA is an inter-governmental organization of 21 African countries that came together to promote regional economic integration through trade and investment.

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The 2026 COMESA–IRSK Annual Conference is bringing together voices, ideas and institutions to shape collective responses to an increasingly complex global order. The stage is set and the conversations are about to begin
@COMESA_GPS @ACCORD_online @FSAKenya @HornofAYN @EACCKenya @Egypt_Kadah @UNICAF
#COMESA IRSK Conference2026

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Burundi advances towards paperless trade
COMESA and Burundi are meeting in Bujumbura (9-12 November) to advance the COMESA eCO.
Experts from national project implementation teams and #COMESA_HQ are reviewing national readiness, system integration and Customs verification to inform an implementation action plan.
Once operational, electronic issuance and Customs verification of Certificates of Origin will help streamline cross-border trade.
#COMESA #Burundi #COMESAeCO #GrowingTogetherforProsperity #RegionalIntegration #TradeFacilitation

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𝗢𝗻𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗼 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺: 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗮’𝘀 𝗔𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗼 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 🥑
Youth-led Onocado Farm Enterprises, a COMESA-EAC Horticulture Accelerator Cohort II beneficiary, is putting Tanzania’s Hass avocados on the global map.
With up to US$87,500in matching grant support, the farm exports 430+ tonnes annually and employs 20+ people.
#COMESA #EAC #Horticulture #Avocado #Tanzania #Agribusiness #YouthInAgriculture #CEHA #HortiLogistica2026

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🌍𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗔 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻!
Fifteen Member States have validated the Situational Analysis, Regional Digital Inclusion Strategy & Action Plan to promote affordable connectivity, stronger digital skills, accessible services, safer digital environments & wider economic opportunities.
Validated in Lusaka, 3–5 Nov 2026, the framework will guide regional cooperation, policy alignment, coordinated investment, capacity building and cross-border collaboration.
The workshop was hosted by #Zambia with #WorldBank support under the IDEA Programme.
#COMESA #DigitalInclusion #DigitalTransformation #IDEAProgramme #ICT #RegionalIntegration #DigitalEconomy

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𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲 #AMAWeek
#COMESA joined continental partners at the inaugural African Medicines Agency Week and 11th African Medicines Regulators Conference, held in #Kigali 25–30 October 2026.
The engagement advanced stronger medicines regulation, local pharmaceutical manufacturing and access to safe, quality-assured health products, while strengthening collaboration with AMA and continental partners.

#GrowingTogetherforProsperity #MedicinesRegulation #Pharmaceuticals #HealthSystems

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𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲!

Preparations are underway for the COMESA Macroeconomic Convergence Peer Review Mechanism (CMEC-PRM), following a three-day inaugural Task Force meeting held in Nairobi, Kenya, from 28–30 October 2026.

Through a collaboration of experts from the Ministries of Finance and Central Banks of Egypt, Mauritius, Malawi, Uganda, Eswatini and Zimbabwe, the initiative lays the groundwork for a peer review framework that will strengthen policy coordination, promote accountability and support progress towards shared macroeconomic convergence targets among COMESA Member States.

This will result in stronger economic stability, aligned policies and deeper monetary integration across the COMESA region. 🌍

#MacroeconomicStability #MonetaryIntegration #PolicyCoordination #RegionalCooperation

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What gives you confidence that a traditional medicine is safe, effective and of good quality? 🌿

Join Session 2 of the COMESA Health Webinar Series as experts explore evidence, quality and safety in traditional medicine.

📅 10 November 2026
⏰ 10:00–11:30 SAT
💻 Online via Zoom

🔗 Register: https://t.co/vjyckSiVyc
#COMESAHealth #TraditionalMedicine #PatientSafety
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A milestone for youth in Zambia and the region! 🎉

Hon. Likando Mufalali and key stakeholders have launched the Technical Roadmap and consultation process for Zambia’s NAP-YPS (2026–2027).

COMESA is proud to support this process. Young people, your voices matter! Engage, shape the agenda and drive action for peace, security and regional integration.

#YouthPeaceSecurity #ZambiaNAPYPS #COMESA

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Strengthening Coordination for Greater Results: GLTFIP Mid-Term Review Begins

COMESA, Burundi, the DRC and the World Bank have launched the GLTFIP Joint Mid-Term Review and Implementation Support Mission, running 2–19 November in Bujumbura and Lusaka. The mission will assess progress and agree on priority actions to accelerate delivery.

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#GLTFIP #COMESA #WorldBank #RegionalIntegration

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🥔 FROM GLOBAL INNOVATION TO FARM-LEVEL IMPACT!

The #WPC2026 concluded with a Farmer Field Day at Fresh Crop, Mau Narok, bringing together over 1,500 Kenyan farmers, delegates and value chain stakeholders.

Live demonstrations showcased improved varieties, quality seed, mechanization, precision agriculture and smart farming solutions transforming potato production.

ACTESA CEO Dr. John Mukuka highlighted COMESA’s role in agricultural financing, SPS capacity and market linkages across the COMESA-EAC region.

Taking innovation beyond conference rooms and into the fields! 🌱
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#COMESA #ACTESA #FoodSecurity #SmartFarming

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THROWBACK: 3rd RUSSIA–AFRICA SUMMIT

Throwback to the Third Russia–Africa Summit in Moscow. COMESA and the Russian Federation signed a (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment, industrialisation and regional integration.

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#COMESA #RussiaAfricaSummit

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⚡🌍 Advancing Data-Driven Electrification Across Eastern and Southern Africa

COMESA, World Bank ESMAP and Climate Compatible Growth convened a regional workshop in Kigali, Rwanda, bringing together experts from 20 countries to strengthen geospatial energy planning and advance inclusive, sustainable electrification under the ASCENT Program.

#COMESA #ASCENT #EnergyAccess #Electrification

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𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐔𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐄𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐘 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐓

📷 Lusaka, Zambia, 2–4 November 2026
The 48th Meeting of the COMESA Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Matters is underway, bringing together representatives of Member States and COMESA institutions to advance key administrative, financial and budgetary priorities.

The focus is on strengthening budget oversight, institutional performance, audit controls and resource utilisation to ensure greater accountability, efficiency and value for money.

By reinforcing sound governance and responsible resource management, the Committee contributes to a stronger institution, better programme delivery and accelerated regional integration.

#COMESA #RegionalIntegration #Accountability #GoodGovernance

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The workshop is strengthening the Technical Working Group's understanding of the YPS agenda and developing a road map for Zambia's National Action Plan on Youth, Peace and Security (NAP-YPS).

At COMESA, we recognize that young people are central to lasting peace, security, and regional integration. Supporting Member States to put youth at the heart of peace and security frameworks is key to building resilient, stable and prosperous communities across our region.

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🇿🇲 COMESA is proud to support @themysa_23 & @NYDCZambia's capacity building & sensitization workshop on the Youth, Peace & Security agenda, and the development of a road map for Zambia's NAP-YPS.

Alongside @_AfricanUnion, @SADC_News, @UNDPZambia, @UNFPAZambia & @SFCG_ 🤝

#COMESA #NAPYPSZambia #YouthPeaceSecurity

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World Investment Forum, Doha, Qatar, 25-27 October 2026.

Investment doesn’t just flow to opportunity. It’s shaped by the strategies, institutions and partnerships built around it. At the World Investment Forum in Doha, H.E. Ambassador Mohamed Kadah ASG- Programmes for Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) on what facilitation is really for.

#WIF2026 #DohaWIF2026 وزارة التجارة والصناعة Ministry of Commerce and Industry of Qatar

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What does “One Market, One Future” mean for the businesses that were at the exhibition ground in Harare?

At the 19th COMESA Business Forum and Exhibition in Harare, Zimbabwe, exhibitors from across the region shared their experiences, showcased their products and spoke about the opportunities deeper regional trade can unlock.

With Zimbabwe now chairing the COMESA Authority following the 25th Summit of COMESA Heads of State and Government, the focus turns to translating regional commitments into practical results for businesses on the ground.

Hear directly from the enterprises driving this ambition. 🎥

#COMESA #COMESA26 #COMESABusinessForum #OneMarketOneFuture #IntraAfricanTrade #RegionalIntegration

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Traditional medicine remains part of everyday healthcare for many communities, but what role should it play in modern health systems?

Join COMESA & Bloom Public Health for Session 1 of the COMESA Health Webinar Series on Traditional Medicines.

📅 3 November 2026 | 🕙 10:00–11:30 SAST
💻 Virtual | English, French & Arabic
🔗 Register: https://t.co/7R4QDHg4lF
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#COMESAHealth #TraditionalMedicine #PublicHealth

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What does “One Market, One Future” mean for the businesses that were at the exhibition ground in Harare?

At the 19th COMESA Business Forum and Exhibition in Harare, Zimbabwe, exhibitors from across the region shared their experiences, showcased their products and spoke about the opportunities deeper regional trade can unlock.

With Zimbabwe now chairing the COMESA Authority following the 25th Summit of COMESA Heads of State and Government, the focus turns to translating regional commitments into practical results for businesses on the ground.

Hear directly from the enterprises driving this ambition. 🎥

#COMESA #COMESA26 #COMESABusinessForum #OneMarketOneFuture #IntraAfricanTrade #RegionalIntegration

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What does “One Market, One Future” mean for the businesses that were at the exhibition ground in Harare?

At the 19th COMESA Business Forum and Exhibition in Harare, Zimbabwe, exhibitors from across the region shared their experiences, showcased their products and spoke about the opportunities deeper regional trade can unlock.

With Zimbabwe now chairing the COMESA Authority following the 25th Summit of COMESA Heads of State and Government, the focus turns to translating regional commitments into practical results for businesses on the ground.

Hear directly from the enterprises driving this ambition. 🎥

#COMESA #COMESA26 #COMESABusinessForum #OneMarketOneFuture #IntraAfricanTrade #RegionalIntegration