The Government of Japan, in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Regional Bureau for Africa, is advancing transformative initiatives that address Africa’s most pressing needs and contribute directly to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

This page provides a comprehensive overview of Japan-funded projects from 2024 to 2025, spotlighting efforts in social cohesion, livelihood support, national dialogue, UN Peacekeeping Operations training, refugee resettlement, disaster recovery, and transparent institution building. A cross-cutting focus on women, peace, and security reflects Japan’s leadership in empowering women as key players in Africa’s peace and development landscape.

In 2023, the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) marked its 30th anniversary, bringing together stakeholders in Tokyo, Japan, to reflect on TICAD’s enduring value to Africa amid evolving political and socio-economic contexts across the continent and the globe. The 2024 TICAD Ministerial Meeting in Yokohama and the upcoming 2025 TICAD summit will provide key platforms to strengthen Japan-Africa cooperation within the TICAD framework, focusing on sustainable development, peace, and stability in alignment with the SDGs.

These gatherings will reinforce Japan and Africa’s shared commitment to creating a future of opportunity and resilience for all, highlighting the impact of TICAD’s unique partnership model in fostering Africa’s development and addressing global challenges.