Emmanuel Makumba Mali (PhD)

Zambian, Director, Democracy and Good Governance, International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR)

[ICGLR Youth @ICGLRyouth]

The ICGLR Regional Youth Forum today convened a Stakeholders Engagement Breakfast Meeting, bringing together partners and development actors committed to advancing the Youth, Peace and Security (YPS) agenda across the ICGLR region.

[ICGLR Youth @ICGLRyouth]

Today, the Executive Committee commenced its 1st Working Session of 2026 at the Kenya School of Government, Lower Kabete, bringing together representatives from all ICGLR Member States.

[International Conference on the Great Lakes Region @_ICGLR_]

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.

[International Conference on the Great Lakes Region @_ICGLR_]

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.

[International Conference on the Great Lakes Region @_ICGLR_]

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.

[International Conference on the Great Lakes Region @_ICGLR_]

Le Secrétariat de la CIRGL a été honoré d’accueillir S.E. Me Guy Kabombo Mwadiamvita, Vice-Premier Ministre et Ministre de la Défense Nationale de la RDC.
Cette visite témoigne de l’engagement des EM en faveur du dialogue, de la coopération et de la paix régionale. @VPMDefenseRdc

[Chatham House Africa @AfricaProg]

📣Event on 12 May | @pshandyiss, @pinmaritime, @Mali4Emmanuel, @wolterssteph and @jdlzw assess the conditions under which African actors can sustain a durable and comprehensive peacebuilding effort in the Great Lakes region.

🔗Register: https://t.co/drZ36x1KcP

[ICGLR Youth @ICGLRyouth]

The discussions underscored the importance of youth participation,peace & security in the Great Lakes Region & the role of the creative economy in driving sustainable development.Presentations also highlighted the establishment,mandate & operationalization of the RYF Secretariat.

[International Conference on the Great Lakes Region @_ICGLR_]

Today, the ICGLR Secretariat convened a Donor Coordination Roundtable in Bujumbura, bringing together partners to strengthen coordination and support for ICGLR’s 2026–2030 priorities.
The meeting reinforced collective efforts towards peace, stability and sustainable development.

[Yasir Mohammed @YasirIbrahimAM2]

I participated in the meeting of Doha process for peace in eastern DRC held in Montreux - Switzerland from 13-17 April . The meeting witnessed the signing of an MoU for ceasefire mechanism.

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The publication of the second edition of the Regional Guidelines for the formalization of the ASM Sector was supported by @IMPACTtransform under the Peace and Security in the Great Lakes Region project, funded by @UEauBurundi

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La dynamique en faveur de la paix dans l’est de la RDC se renforce 🤝
#CIRGL, la République Démocratique du Congo et AFC/M23 signent un MoU pour renforcer la vérification du cessez-le-feu.
🔗 Communiqué de presse : https://t.co/tzAU0jhPtU

[International Conference on the Great Lakes Region @_ICGLR_]

Momentum builds for peace in eastern DRC 🤝
#ICGLR, The Democratic Republic of Congo & AFC/M23 sign an MoU to enhance ceasefire verification.
🔗 Press release: https://t.co/HRPE9R30xA

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Sam Phiri, président du GTT, a rappelé les avancées majeures depuis avril 2024 à Nairobi dont plusieurs consultances validées pour faire progresser la base de données régionale de la CIRGL. Un pas de plus vers une meilleure #gouvernance et #transperence du secteur minier.

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Représentant le secrétaire exécutif de la CIRGL, Ham Mugyereza a appellé les EM à opérationnaliser la base de données régionale afin de garantir le respect des normes de la chaîne d’approvisionnement et faciliter l’acceptation internationale des #minerais @UEauBurundi

[International Conference on the Great Lakes Region @_ICGLR_]

🚩Happening now!
The ICGLR Secretariat is honoured to welcome H.E. President Mokgweetsi Masisi @OfficialMasisi. This visit reflects a shared commitment to regional cooperation, peace, and sustainable development across the Great Lakes Region.

[ICGLR Youth @ICGLRyouth]

On 30 March, 2026, the Regional Youth Forum Secretariat of the ICGLR led by Dr. Francis Nderitu, Regional Coordinator/Director and Mr. Jacob Eyeru, President of the General Assembly and M.s Mahlet Hagos of ACCORD took part in the ICGLR Mediation and Dialogue Facilitation Training

[Mubita Luwabelwa @mubitaluwa]

Today, I had the honour of attending the presidential swearing-in ceremony in Bangui - Central African Republic 🇨🇫. I extend my warm congratulations to H.E. President Faustin-Archange Touadéra and the People of the Central African Republic on this important milestone, and reaffirm ICGLR’s commitment to supporting peace, stability, and regional cooperation.

[International Conference on the Great Lakes Region @_ICGLR_]

The #ICGLR– @un_greatlakes Joint Retreat officially opens today in Nairobi 🇰🇪, bringing together regional and international actors to strengthen cooperation for peace, security & sustainable development in the Great Lakes Region. #ICGLR #GreatLakes
@issafrica

[ICGLR Youth @ICGLRyouth]

The Regional Youth Forum (RYF) leadership led by Mr. Jacob Eyeru, alongside Mr. Edgar Mkalla, Dr. Thomas Mose, and Ms. Martha Kibunyi paid a courtesy call on Hon. Charles Keter, Special Envoy to the Great Lakes Region.