Sosthène Nkurunziza,PhD

Water Resources Management and Climate Resilience Specialist | UNDP Resilience Hub for Africa , Nairobi | Tweets are my own.

[Sosthène Nkurunziza,PhD @sosnku]

« Notre cœur serait mort si nous n’avions pas pardonné ». Le père Zacharie Bukuri nous raconte le chemin qui, à partir du massacre de ses élèves, l’a amené à fonder le premier monastère du Burundi, un lieu qui forme les jeunes au travail et à la paix.." https://t.co/9jjq17VYWI

[Horn of Africa Initiative @hoainitiative]

The Horn of Africa Initiative (HoAI) is pleased to welcome the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) as its 6th Development Partner.

BADEA's accession marks an important milestone in strengthening the Initiative's partnership platform and reinforces our shared commitment to advancing regional integration, economic resilience, trade facilitation, infrastructure development, and sustainable growth across the Horn of Africa.

As the Initiative continues to expand its partnerships, BADEA's expertise and support will contribute to delivering impactful regional programmes and fostering inclusive development for the people of the Horn of Africa.

The initiative looks forward to working closely with @badeabank and all Development Partners to advance the Initiative's shared vision of a more connected, prosperous, and resilient Horn of Africa.

@MoF_Somalia @MoFP_SSD @MoF_Ethiopia
@KeTreasury @mefidjibouti @worldbankgroup
@AfDB_Group @EU_Commission @BMZ_Bund
@FCDOGovUK

[UNDP Resilience Hub for Africa 🌍 @UNDPResilience]

The REST-GLR Cross-border Stabilization Dialogue moves to Tanzania bringing together regional economic communities and state actors committed for critical discussions on cross border governance. #RESTGLR #Communitydialogues

[UNDP Resilience Hub for Africa 🌍 @UNDPResilience]

The REST-GLR Cross-Border Stabilization Dialogue has officially been opened by the @UNDPResilience Director @ZeynuUmmer We are thrilled to see such diverse representations from state and non-state actors; all committed to building peaceful and resilient borderlands. #RESTGLR

[Calvin Mutsinzi @CalvinMutsinzi]

The Muvumba Multipurpose Dam Project, a major infrastructure initiative in Rwanda’s Eastern Province, is intended to address drought, improve water access, and support economic development.

While speaking at the Rwanda Military Academy (RMA) Gako in Bugesera District during a high-level consultative meeting with Cabinet Ministers, Governors, Mayors, and heads of institutions, President Paul Kagame expressed concern over the slow progress of the project, emphasizing the need for faster and more efficient implementation.

Located in Nyagatare District, the Rwf123 billion project is expected to be completed by 2026. It is largely financed by the African Development Bank, covering 97.2% of the cost, with support from the Government of Rwanda.

The dam, designed as a 39-meter-high earth-filled structure with a storage capacity of 55 million cubic meters, will supply 50,000 to 55,000 cubic meters of clean water daily to Nyagatare, Karangazi, and Rwimiyaga. It will also support irrigation across 7,380 to 11,000 hectares, reducing reliance on rainfall.

Additionally, the project includes a 1 MW hydropower plant expected to generate between 5.19 and 6.94 GWh annually, while also providing water for livestock and helping control floods in the region.

Construction began around 2022–2023, and once completed, the project is expected to significantly boost food security and strengthen resilience to climate change, particularly in drought-prone areas.

[UNDP Resilience Hub for Africa 🌍 @UNDPResilience]

"Financial inclusion and patient capital can propel trade for women and youth operating within this corridor."

Critical discussions ongoing at the REST-GLR Dialogue around economic integration in the Great Lakes Region

[Catherine Inglehearn @CMInglehearn]

La mode à la Nigérienne - un super défilé de mode présenté par la très talentueuse @NiquaIn! ✂️🪡🧵👗🥻👞👔

Félicitations 🎉🎉 Niqua Crea du 🇳🇪.

[Ahunna Eziakonwa @ahunnaeziakonwa]

Pleased to meet with incoming @UNZimbabwe Resident Coordinator, @RKalapurakal

We discussed how @UNDP can support a stronger ‘One UN’ approach by connecting financing, policy & delivery to advance economic transformation, climate resilience, jobs and inclusive growth in #Zimbabwe

[UNDP Resilience Hub for Africa 🌍 @UNDPResilience]

Discussions at the TIAEWS-AMHEWAS workshop explored how countries can better collaborate through a unified early action system. With the support of #china and @cidcaofficial, @UNDP and @_AfricanUnion are ensuring African countries are not isolated when climate risks emerge.

[Catherine Inglehearn @CMInglehearn]

Un beau moment de partage avec quelques uns de nos partenaires du programme WISH2 (🇳🇪🤝🇬🇧) qui travaillent pour soutenir l’accès aux services de santé pour les femmes et les familles au Niger.

#GoFarGoTogether

@MarieStopes @unfpaniger @FCDOHumanRights @UKinNiger

[Reuters @Reuters]

Africa's richest man Aliko Dangote offered to lead the construction of an oil refinery in Tanzania, with plans modeled on Nigeria's Dangote https://t.co/cdmFvREjse

[Capital FM Kenya @CapitalFMKenya]

We’ve been very clear as a government that rare earth minerals, gold and the entire mineral sector,we are not going to export it raw anymore. - President William Ruto

[Ahunna Eziakonwa @ahunnaeziakonwa]

At #FfDForum, #timbuktoo stood out as practical pathway to implement the commitments agreed in #Seville. Less than a year on, results are concrete, driven by African leadership. A clear example of how innovation, blended finance & partnerships can unlock critical solutions.
#FfD

[Ahunna Eziakonwa @ahunnaeziakonwa]

#timbuktoo is building the architecture for money that African innovation needs, bringing together partners, public & private capital, and the right stakeholders to unlock scale.

This is how we finance Africa’s future.

#FfDForum #FfD #FfDWeek

[Ahunna Eziakonwa @ahunnaeziakonwa]

Glad to be accompanied by Ilaria Carnevali @PNUDMaroc during critical conversations at #COM2026.

From Morocco to South Africa, countries face shared challenges but also a real opportunity to work together, shift trajectories & build a more resilient future for the continent.

[Ahunna Eziakonwa @ahunnaeziakonwa]

Today, I joined my colleagues @ymahmoudali @ProfUrama @clavergatete in presenting our new policy brief on the Impacts of the Middle East conflict to African Union Member States Ministers at #COM2026

➡️ Read our joint analysis and recommendations:
https://t.co/nSYJHh8SvW

[SADC Secretariat @SADC_News]

#SADC Executive Secretary, H.E. @EliasMagosi met @UNDPAfrica Resilience Hub, led by Dr. Zeynu Ummer. He highlighted recent floods and stressed urgent action on preparedness, early warning & practical solutions. Both agreed to strengthen coordination & develop a joint roadmap.

[Catherine Inglehearn @CMInglehearn]

L’eau de vie! Célébration de la Journée Mondiale de l’Eau au 🇳🇪.

En ensemble! 🌍💦🤝🌍🙏
Kay yessi!
Muna tare!

[UNDP Resilience Hub for Africa 🌍 @UNDPResilience]

$10.9M mobilized.
8 countries driving digital transformation.
257 solutions shaping Africa’s future.

Our 2025 Annual Report is out. Find out how resilience is scaling across Africa 🌍.

Read: https://t.co/X1gFWxmWYy