UN Welcomes Japan’s US$10.5m Support for Ethiopia
The United Nations has welcomed a generous contribution of US$10.5 million (approximately ETB 1.62 billion) from the Government of Japan to support humanitarian response, recovery, and sustainable development in Ethiopia.
The funding will be channelled through UN agencies to address urgent needs caused by climate shocks and displacement, while also strengthening resilience, livelihoods, and essential services for vulnerable communities. The contribution reflects Japan’s long-standing commitment to peace, human security, and sustainable development in Ethiopia.
Dr. Aboubacar Kampo, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator a.i. in Ethiopia, stated: “I thank the Government and people of Japan for their unwavering generosity. Their support is crucial in addressing urgent humanitarian needs and helping communities build resilience in the face of persistent challenges. Japan’s commitment underscores the power of collaboration, showing that innovative, people-centred solutions can create lasting change.”
The funding package comprises two components. The Classic Package, worth US$5.14 million, focuses on humanitarian assistance, climate resilience, and the Humanitarian–Development–Peace (HDP) Nexus.
Implemented in collaboration with agencies including ILO, UNFPA, UNICEF, the CBPF, ICRC, and IFPRI, it will support conflict-affected populations, internally displaced persons, and host communities, while strengthening livelihoods, food security, and protection for women and girls.
The TICAD Package, valued at US$5.4 million, promotes co-creative and innovative development solutions aligned with the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD).
Agencies such as FAO, UNDP, UNESCO-IICBA, UNFPA, UNHCR, UNIDO, and WHO will implement projects leveraging Japanese technology and expertise in digital health, agriculture, education, livelihoods, and digital inclusion for refugees and host communities.
Through this contribution, Japan, Ethiopia, and the UN aim to foster sustainable, people-centred development, advancing Ethiopia’s national priorities under the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) and the country’s Ten-Year Development Plan.
