The 2nd Eastern Africa Dialogue Platform
on Anticipatory Action (EADP2)
Transforming Risk into Resilience
Institutionalising Anticipatory Action through Localisation, Multi-Stakeholder Coordination, Sustainable Financing and Evidence-Driven Policy
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Key Speakers
From Foundation to Institutionalisation
The Foundation
In 2024, IGAD through its Regional Technical Working Group on AA (RTWGAA) held its first ever Eastern Africa Dialogue Platform on Anticipatory Action. EADP1 established a shared ambition to scale up AA across the region. The forum produced a 17-point agenda under the “Mombasa Declaration 2024”, setting a strategic pathway to minimise bottlenecks, reduce duplication, and enhance coherence in regional AA efforts. The EADP has since been formally endorsed by the RTWG as a regional platform for shared learnings, knowledge exchanges, and strengthening multi-partner collaborations.
Point agenda under the Mombasa Declaration
Building Momentum
The second Eastern Africa Dialogue Platform (EADP2), co-hosted by IGAD and the Kenya Government, will transition AA from pilots to institutionalized, system-wide practice embedded within national frameworks, regional mechanisms, and sustainable financing structures. The 13th Global Dialogue Platform on Anticipatory Humanitarian Action emphasized the need to institutionalize AA at scale, integrate it with early warning systems, and unlock innovative financing. EADP2 will contribute regional perspectives and commitments to these global discussions, ensuring Eastern Africa’s voice and priorities inform the evolving AA agenda.
28–30
OCT 2026
Mombasa, Kenya
Objectives of EADP2
Track Progress
Review achievements since EADP1 and progress towards the Mombasa Declaration 17-point agenda.
Institutionalise AA
Embed AA in government systems, policies, multi-sector plans and the localisation agenda.
Strengthen Partnerships
Enhance cross-border collaboration and multi-stakeholder coordination.
Generate Evidence
Produce actionable recommendations for policy, practice and financing.
Regional Declaration
Co-produce actionable commitments for regional and global advocacy.
Expected Outcomes
What we aim to achieve through EADP2
Strengthened Networks
Enhanced collaboration among AA practitioners across Eastern Africa
Policy Recommendations
Actionable guidance for governments and institutions
Knowledge Exchange
Shared learnings and best practices from across the region
Scaled Impact
Expanded reach and effectiveness of anticipatory action
Thematic Areas
We invite practitioners, policymakers, researchers, and partners to contribute sessions aligned with the thematic areas.
AA in Multi-Hazard Contexts
Lessons, bottlenecks and #MombasaDeclaration towards 17-point agenda.
Localising Anticipatory Action
Community-led solutions and inclusive approaches.
Early Warning Systems
Forecasting, data, AI and trigger development.
Policy & Governance
Coordination, frameworks and accountability.
Sustainable Financing
Innovative financing, climate finance and risk financing.
Event Format
Over 400 delegates from 44 countries across Africa and beyond. Three days of engaging sessions designed to foster dialogue, share knowledge, and build partnerships for anticipatory action.
Plenary Sessions
All Days6 high-level keynotes and panel discussions with ministers, agency heads, and thought leaders.
Workshops & Parallel Sessions
Day 2Over 30 parallel sessions including 4 workshops — thematic deep-dives with interactive discussions and case studies.
Live TV Town Hall
Day 2A live television town hall discussion on key Anticipatory Action topics.
Market Place
Day 212+ booths and 15 posters showcasing various aspects of Anticipatory Action.
Ministerial Segment
Day 3Culminating in a Ministerial Declaration on Anticipatory Action.
Networking Event
Day 1: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMEvening cocktail dinner and informal meetups to build partnerships.
Join Us in Mombasa
Experience East Africa's premier anticipatory action dialogue at a stunning coastal venue.
Mombasa, Kenya
Kenya's coastal gem with rich history and beautiful beaches
PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa
World-class venue in Kenya's coastal gem, Mombasa
28 – 30 October 2026
Three days of dialogue and collaboration
Getting There
Fly into Moi International Airport, Mombasa
KQ special fares — code GVLSKE
Book with KQResources
Key documents, publications, and the latest updates on EADP2.
Featured Publications
News & Announcements
Highlights from EADP1
Mombasa, Kenya — 2024
Our Partners
Working together to advance anticipatory action across Eastern Africa
Our Donors
Grateful for the generous support that makes EADP2 possible