Honoring History

Tour of the Adwa Museum with H.E. Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, Former President of the Republic of Nigeria, and H.E. Dr. Abraham Belay Berhe, Minister of Irrigation and Lowlands, FDRE.


Day 2 | African Leaders and Experts Discuss Irrigation, Climate Resilience, and Food Sovereignty at International Conference 2025

Day 2 | International Conference on Irrigation and Climate-Resilient Production 2025
Morning Sessions Recap:
The morning session opened with introductory remarks by H.E. Dr. Endrias Geta Beldeda (PhD), State Minister, Ministry of Irrigation and Lowlands, followed by a presentation from Mr. Mawira Chitima, Country Director, IFAD, setting the stage for discussions on policy, practice, and trends in irrigation development and climate adaptation.

Key Insights:
  • Best Practices and Policy Instruments for Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Across Africa Dr. Tilahun Amede, AGRA
  • National Climate Resilience & Food Sovereignty Initiatives: Irrigated Wheat Production Initiative – H.E. Dr. Meles Mekonnen, State Minister, Ministry of Agriculture
  • The Green Legacy Initiative -H.E. Professor Eyasu Elias, State Minister, Ministry of Agriculture
  • UNICEF Panelist, Ciara Catherine Healy Silke: Insights on Human Capital for Sustainable and Climate-Resilient Production, UNICEF
Watch the full presentations and panel discussion here: https://web.facebook.com/100057309975167/videos/517012337631812


Day 1 | African Leaders Share Insights at Ministerial Dialogue on Irrigation and Climate Resilience During International Conference 2025

Ministerial Dialogue and Experience Sharing Session
International Conference on Irrigation and Climate Resilient Production 2025
Following the Presidential Plenary Session, the Ministerial Dialogue Session brought together esteemed African leaders, Excellencies, who shared valuable insights.


Inaugural International Conference on Irrigation and Climate Resilient Production 2025 Launched with High-Level Dignitaries and Global Leaders

The inaugural International Conference on Irrigation and Climate Resilient Production 2025 was officially launched this morning, graced by the presence of H.E. Taye Atske Selassie, H.E. Abraham Belay Berhe (PhD), Minister of Irrigation and Lowlands, FDRE, H.E. Former Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn, FDRE, H.E. Dr. Goodluck Jonathan, Former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, H.E. Jakaya Kikwete, Former President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Dr. Ibrahim Assane Mayaki, Former Prime Minister of the Republic of Niger.

The event brings together esteemed dignitaries, including ambassadors, representatives of international organizations, policymakers, and development partners, marking a significant milestone in advancing discussions on climate-resilient production.


H.E. Ato Hailemariam Desalegn, Former Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, and H.E. Dr. Abraham Belay Berhe formally received H.E. Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, Former President of the Republic of Nigeria.

H.E. Ato Hailemariam Desalegn, Former Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, and H.E. Dr. Abraham Belay Berhe formally received H.E. Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, Former President of the Republic of Nigeria.
In just a few hours, the inaugural International Conference on Irrigation and Climate-Resilient Production 2025, the first of its kind, will officially commence.

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