Irish Aid

News from the Irish people’s overseas development programme, managed by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

[Irish Aid @Irish_Aid]

This week, Minister for International Development and Diaspora, @nealerichmond, visited Ghana and Senegal.

His programme covered political, development cooperation, diaspora and sports diplomacy engagements.

Read more about the visit here: https://t.co/xEzlKNiPI7

[Helen McEntee TD @HMcEntee]

I, alongside 31 counterparts, have joined a statement raising concern of the risk of famine in Sudan.

We urge all parties to the conflict to end the suffering of the Sudanese people.

We call for immediate international action to avert famine.

https://t.co/2HgMQRoVrB

[Neale Richmond @nealerichmond]

From Gaza to Sudan, Yemen to DRC, emergency aid is needed now more than ever. At the UN Humanitarian Response Depot in Accra, I saw how tents, blankets, food and shelter reach people fast, and how Irish funding is spent well. These supplies save lives.

[Neale Richmond @nealerichmond]

Access to timely eye care can mean the difference between sight and blindness. Thanks to Sightsavers, the Senegalese Government and Irish Aid, trachoma has been eliminated in Senegal. Proud to open a new eye clinic in Bambey. 🇮🇪🇸🇳

[Ireland in Uganda @IrlEmbUganda]

A fantastic first day at the #UgandaEUBusinessForum 🇪🇺🇺🇬

Listen to Ambassador Gaynor's reflections from yesterday & how 🇮🇪 is searching for opportunities & partnerships to drive green industrialization 👇

#RenewableEnergy #economicgrowth

[Neale Richmond @nealerichmond]

When disaster strikes, relief is needed fast. Today I visited the UN Humanitarian Response Depot in Accra, which delivers vital supplies to Sudan, the DRC and the wider Sahel. @Irish_Aid is helping make it more efficient and sustainable. Ireland stands with UNHRD and WFP.

[Irish Aid @Irish_Aid]

Today is #WorldFoodDay🌱

Combating hunger and under-nutrition has been a cornerstone of Ireland’s development programme since its inception.

Read more: https://t.co/P70Cd2uHIw

[Irish Aid @Irish_Aid]

In 2025, 1,187 aid workers were killed, injured, kidnapped or arbitrarily detained worldwide, the highest number ever recorded.

Today @nealerichmond & @hadjalahbib host an International Conference on the Protection of Humanitarian Aid Workers, a signature event of @Ireland2026eu

[Irish Foreign Ministry @dfatirl]

The #GlobalSolidarityRun took place across the world last weekend. Participants showed their solidarity with those who are forcibly displaced and living in extreme poverty.

The event was organised by @sanctuaryrunners, @dfatirl and @Irish_Aid.

[Irish Foreign Ministry @dfatirl]

Ireland has been elected to the UN Human Rights Council for 2027-2029!

Throughout our campaign, Ireland promised to be a consistent voice & committed partner for human rights. That commitment remains unchanged as we prepare to begin our term on the Council.

#IrelandHRC

[Irish Aid @Irish_Aid]

Are you interested in becoming an international @UNVolunteers?

Applications are now open for an assignment in Zambia with @UNICEF
Closing date: 19/10/206 at 1am.

To apply, visit: https://t.co/k5lAvcwgPa

[Ireland in Mozambique @IrlEmbMaputo]

We joined the #GlobalSolidarityRun 2026, in solidarity with #people forced to flee their homes & those living in extreme poverty.

From #Maputo to #Dublin & communities around the world, the run brought people together around a shared commitment to #solidarity & #inclusion.

[Irish Aid @Irish_Aid]

On the 11 October, people around the world 🌍 came together to take part in the Global Solidarity Run - to show their solidarity with those who are forcibly displaced and people living in extreme poverty.

Congratulations to everyone who took part 👏on 11 October.

[Ireland at UN @IrishMissionUN]

The Irish Mission is proud to take part in the Global Solidarity Run 2026.

This initiative organised by @SanctuaryRunner encourages people around the 🌍 to walk, jog or run to show solidarity with those who are forcibly displaced & living in extreme poverty.

#GlobalRun2026 🏃‍♂️

[APCA @APCAssociation]

Congratulations Dr. Nahla Gafer, winner of the prestigious @Irish_Aid-funded Dr Anne Merriman Award for Excellence in Palliative Care in Africa
From integrating #palliativecare in Sudan to using telehealth in war, her extraordinary resilience & leadership embody Dr Anne’s legacy

[Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 @Ireland2026eu]

Bhí Aire Stáit na hÉireann um Fhorbairt Idirnáisiúnta agus Diaspóra @nealerichmond ina chathaoirleach ar phlé ar na hábhair seo a leanas:

🔹Todhchaí an Chomhair um Fhorbairt
🔹 Dúshláin Dhaonnúla

[Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 @Ireland2026eu]

🎥 Irish Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora @nealerichmond reflects on today’s Informal Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Development Policy in Dublin Castle.

[Irish Aid @Irish_Aid]

Today @Ireland2026eu, Minister @nealerichmond convened an informal Foreign Affairs Council (FAC) meeting of EU Ministers for Development .

Over the course of the day, Minister Richmond chaired discussions on the Future of Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Challenges.

[Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 @Ireland2026eu]

Live from Dublin Castle: Informal Meeting of Development Ministers
Press Conference:

https://t.co/QQXESLP8tV

[Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 @Ireland2026eu]

Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora @nealerichmond welcomes Heads of Delegation from Norway, Canada, Iceland and the UK to Dublin Castle.

[Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 @Ireland2026eu]

🤝Working Session 1 of the FAC Development Informal Meeting:
Future of Development Cooperation