Twenty state officials in Djibouti have graduated with a Master's degree in Public Administration. The graduation ceremony took place on Thursday, October 2, 2026, at the amphitheater of the National School of Public Administration and Finance (ANEFIP). The officials are part of the second cohort of this program, which was organized by the National Institute of Public Administration (INAP) in partnership with the French Regional Institute of Administration (IRA) in Lille.
The Master in Public Administration program is designed to equip state officials with high-level skills in public administration, management, and public policy implementation. The program aims to enhance the performance and quality of public services in Djibouti. The graduation ceremony was attended by several high-ranking officials, including the Minister of Labor, Formalization, and Social Protection, Yonis Ali Guedi, and the French Ambassador to Djibouti, Jérôme Bresson.
Minister Yonis Ali Guedi emphasized that the development of cadres' competencies is crucial for the modernization of the state and improving public performance. He encouraged the graduates to apply their knowledge in serving the state and the general interest, with a spirit of commitment, excellence, and responsibility. The minister's remarks highlight the government's focus on enhancing the skills of its officials to drive development and improve public services.
The partnership between Djibouti and France in training public officials is a significant aspect of the two countries' cooperation. The French Regional Institute of Administration (IRA) in Lille has been working with the National Institute of Public Administration (INAP) to professionalize the Djiboutian administration. This collaboration demonstrates the solidarity and commitment of both parties to enhancing the capacities of Djibouti's public officials.
The graduation ceremony marks a significant milestone in the development of Djibouti's public administration. The twenty graduates are expected to play a key role in implementing public policies and improving the quality of services in their respective areas of work. The program's impact is expected to be felt across various sectors, including healthcare, education, and infrastructure.
The National Institute of Public Administration (INAP) and the French Regional Institute of Administration (IRA) in Lille plan to continue their collaboration in training Djibouti's public officials. This ongoing partnership will help to build a more professional and effective public administration, which is essential for the country's development. The two institutions have expressed their commitment to supporting Djibouti's efforts to modernize its public services.
The graduation of the twenty state officials with a Master's in Public Administration is a testament to the country's efforts to enhance the skills of its public officials. The program has equipped them with the knowledge and expertise needed to drive development and improve public services in Djibouti. The country's development prospects are expected to improve as a result of this investment in human capital.
Key points
- The Master in Public Administration program aims to enhance the performance and quality of public services in Djibouti.
- The program is a result of a partnership between the National Institute of Public Administration (INAP) and the French Regional Institute of Administration (IRA) in Lille.
- The graduates are expected to play a key role in implementing public policies and improving the quality of services in their respective areas of work.
