DLCO-EA

The Desert Locust Control Organisation for eastern Africa (DLCO-EA) is mandated to control and manage Migratory pests and vector in the member countries.

[Mwesigwa M. Rwaheru @mwesigwarm]

I have paid a courtesy call to H.E. Radwan A. Bahdon, the Minister of Agriculture, Djibouti. I have briefed him on the @dlco_ea migratory pest mgt activities in the region. He appreciated the role of @dlco_ea and pledged his support. #Foodsecurity

[Mwesigwa M. Rwaheru @mwesigwarm]

I have held discussions with the General Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Coorperation, Djibouti, H.E. Ambassador Mohamed Ali Hassan on @dlco_ea 's role in the country & region. I am encouraged by his positive and great ideas towards a better working relationship between the government and @dlco_ea. I thank him.

[DLCO-EA @dlco_ea]

The training attracted experts from Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia, South Sudan and Uganda. Participants are actively engaged in the sessions and have appreciated the initiative that is equipping them with skills for effective survey and control of migratory pests. #Foodsecurity

[DLCO-EA @dlco_ea]

The @dlco_ea with support from @badeabank has organized a 4-day ToT workshop in Moshi, Tanzania, targeting 20 plant protection experts from the eastern Africa region. They will share experiences and gain skills in survey and control of migratory pests for enhanced early warning and early action. This will ensure faster detection, better coordination and more effective response at national and regional levels. I thank the URT for hosting the event and @badeabank for funding this initiative. #Foodsecurity #capacitybuilding

[DLCO-EA @dlco_ea]

The @dlco_ea with support from @badeabank has organized a 4-day ToT workshop in Moshi, Tanzania, targeting 20 plant protection experts from the eastern Africa region. They will share experiences and gain skills in survey and control of migratory pests for enhanced early warning and early action. This will ensure faster detection, better coordination and more effective response at national and regional levels. I thank the URT for hosting the event and @badeabank for funding this initiative. #Foodsecurity #capacitybuilding

[DLCO-EA @dlco_ea]

https://t.co/1KmbjqVR2f
@mwesigwarm @MAAIF_Uganda @CS_MoALD @MoA_Ethiopia @mafs_ss @TPHPA_Official @badeabank #capacitybuilding #desertlocust #migratorypests

[DLCO-EA @dlco_ea]

@mwesigwarm @badeabank @MAAIF_Uganda @CS_MoALD @MoA_Ethiopia @mafs_ss @TPHPA_Official Day 4 brought the ToT to a climax with participants reflecting on the course content and appreciating the practical aspects of pest control techniques. Each participant received a certificate from the @dlco_ea Director @mwesigwarm accompanied by Ass Commissioner, @MAAIF_Uganda.

[DLCO-EA @dlco_ea]

@mwesigwarm @badeabank @MAAIF_Uganda @CS_MoALD @MoA_Ethiopia @mafs_ss @TPHPA_Official Day 3 has started with group presentations on various topics on training skills.

[Mwesigwa M. Rwaheru @mwesigwarm]

I have had a fruitful discussion with the University of Nairobi on collaboration with @dlco_ea on applied research for migratory pest control in the east African region. I look forward to further engagements. #Foodsecurity

[Mwesigwa M. Rwaheru @mwesigwarm]

I have visited and encouraged the team of @dlco_ea spray pilots undergoing refresher training at Nyaribo Airstrip in Nyeri County, Kenya. Recurrent training ensures safety and enhances efficiency in aerial control of migratory pests in the region. #FoodSecurity

[Mwesigwa M. Rwaheru @mwesigwarm]

Attended a 2-day @WorldBank high level Regional Workshop on strengthening transboundary pest preparedness in eastern Africa. The platform reflected on the lessons learnt from current interventions and made recommendations for future regional engagements.

[DLCO-EA @dlco_ea]

https://t.co/I3VAKYXcrE

[Mwesigwa M. Rwaheru @mwesigwarm]

A team of plant protection officers from various states in Sudan are attending a 5-day migratory pest management training organised by @dlco_ea and Plant Protection Directorate, Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation, Republic of Sudan at Soakin, Port Sudan.
Emphasis is on Desert Locusts and Quelea birds, the two most devastating migratory pests in the country and the eastern African region at large. This will enhance the country's preparedness to migratory pests' detection and control for improved food security. #Foodsecurity #capacitybuilding

[Mwesigwa M. Rwaheru @mwesigwarm]

The @dlco_ea regional 5-day training on safe handling, use and disposal of pesticides and empty containers has started in Entebbe, Uganda. The training is supported by @FAOEastAfrica and 5 member countries are represented; 🇺🇬, 🇪🇹 🇸🇩 🇰🇪 and 🇹🇿.

[Mwesigwa M. Rwaheru @mwesigwarm]

Call for expression of interest for External Audit Services @dlco_ea . Details below:
https://t.co/b9HKeLX49Z

[DLCO-EA @dlco_ea]

Unfortunately, this is happening to most regional blocks and organisations, which makes execution of mandates an uphill task. While one is cognisant of the various economic challenges in the Member States, commitment and action is vital for the sustainability of such entities.

[Judicaelle Irakoze @Judicaelle_]

Yes. Again let me break it down.

As of today(February 18th, 2026) there is an outstanding balance of $89.37 million to the EAC secretariat.

Rwanda owes $5.2 Million
Burundi owes $22.7 million (their debt is 3 year old)
Uganda owes $1.1 million
South Sudan owes $21.8 million
Somalia owes $10.5 million (they are still onboarding
DRC owes $27 million (and it is the newest member)
Kenya and Tanzania have paid in full.

This money paid to EAC secretariat , is supposed to fund the EAC operations such as:

1. EAC secretariat staff: Staff at the Secretariat in Arusha haven't been paid in months.

2.The East African Court of Justice (EACJ) has had to postpone cases because they can't afford the travel and sitting allowances for judges

3. The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) is struggling to hold sessions to pass regional trade laws.

4. The Inter-University Council of East Africa is owed $18.4 million, stalling regional research and student exchange programs.

Pretty much President Ruto calling an emergency meeting over these outstanding balances is understandable but one can wonder why did they rush to add Somalia and DRC into the bloc when the existing countries were struggling to keep it afloat????

[ICPAC @IGAD_CPAC]

📢 Weekly rainfall forecast 17 - 24 February 2026

🌧️☔️⛈️Heavy rainfall (>200mm) expected over parts of southern #Tanzania.

Read more 👉🏾 https://t.co/MHGSZFai6u

#rainfall #forecast

[Mwesigwa M. Rwaheru @mwesigwarm]

Wishing you happy holidays from us here @dlco_ea