East African bloc intensifying efforts to combat transboundary pests


NAIROBI, July 26 (Xinhua) -- Delegates from the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), an East African bloc, convened on Friday in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, to initiate a four-day meeting aimed at enhancing cooperation to combat the menace of transboundary pests in the region.

The gathering brought together senior government officials from the eight-member bloc to minimize the threat posed by migratory pests such as desert locusts, quelea birds, fall army worms, and African army worms.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In World

Nepal panel to probe property, assets of politicians and officials
Australia refinery fire worsens fuel supply crunch amid Iran war
US-sanctioned supertankers enter Gulf despite blockade
Russian missiles hit Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, 13 dead
Former Brazil spy chief freed in the US after ICE detention, ally and source say
U.S. stocks close mixed with S&P 500, Nasdaq hitting record highs
Ukraine deploys new combat model, commander says Russian-held areas recaptured
Russia expects to attract 6.5 mln foreign tourists in 2026
Azerbaijan wind power output surges over 50-fold in Q1 2026
Two arrested over attempted arson attack on synagogue in London

Others Also Read