The Uganda AU Humanitarian Agency Headquarters agreement will allow the African Union (AU) to establish its humanitarian agency headquarters in Kampala, Uganda’s capital. The agreement was signed on November 9 and provides the legal support needed for the agency to begin its operations.
The agency will help coordinate emergency responses, manage disasters and support people forced to leave their homes across Africa. Uganda secured the hosting rights after scoring 85 per cent in the AU selection process. The country was selected because of its experience in welcoming refugees and providing humanitarian support.
Uganda allows refugees to move freely, access land and take part in local communities. These policies have helped the country support people fleeing conflict and other difficult situations.
Uganda AU Humanitarian Agency Headquarters
Uganda scored 85 per cent in the African Union’s evaluation process. The score reflected its preparations, security arrangements and facilities for hosting the agency.
The new headquarters in Kampala will help coordinate emergency responses and support people affected by conflict, displacement and natural disasters across Africa.
Construction of the Uganda AU Humanitarian Agency Headquarters is expected to begin in December. The first group of local and international staff is also expected to arrive in late 2026.
The new headquarters is also expected to create business opportunities, encourage partnerships with international organisations and strengthen Uganda’s role in humanitarian work across Africa.
The agency is being established as many African countries continue to face challenges such as conflict, displacement and natural disasters.
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