Member States

Discover the twelve member states of FP-ICGLR working together to promote peace, security, and development in the Great Lakes Region of Africa.

12
Member States
2006
Year Founded
408M+
Total Population

Explore the Great Lakes Region

The Great Lakes Region encompasses twelve countries working together through parliamentary cooperation.

Map of FP-ICGLR Member States

Member Countries

Each member state contributes uniquely to FP-ICGLR's mission of promoting peace, security, and development.

AO

Angola

Joined 2006
Luanda

Angola has been actively working with FP-CIRGL on regional security initiatives and economic development programs.

Population
34.5 million
Area
1,247,000 sq km

Key FP-ICGLR Projects:

  • Cross-border security coordination
  • Economic diversification initiatives
BI

Burundi

Joined 2006
Gitega

Burundi has contributed to peace and security dialogues within the Great Lakes Region through FP-CIRGL platforms.

Population
12.6 million
Area
27,834 sq km

Key FP-ICGLR Projects:

  • Post-conflict reconciliation programs
  • Agricultural development initiatives
CF

Central African Republic

Joined 2006
Bangui

The Central African Republic works with FP-CIRGL to address cross-border security challenges and promote stability.

Population
5.4 million
Area
622,984 sq km

Key FP-ICGLR Projects:

  • Border security enhancement
  • Democracy strengthening programs
CD

DR Congo

Joined 2006
Kinshasa

As the largest member state, DR Congo plays a crucial role in regional stability and natural resource governance.

Population
95.4 million
Area
2,344,858 sq km

Key FP-ICGLR Projects:

  • Mineral resource transparency
  • Anti-conflict initiatives
KE

Kenya

Joined 2006
Nairobi

Kenya contributes significantly to regional diplomatic efforts and has hosted key FP-CIRGL dialogues.

Population
54.0 million
Area
580,367 sq km

Key FP-ICGLR Projects:

  • Regional integration programs
  • Technology and innovation initiatives
CG

Republic of Congo

Joined 2006
Brazzaville

The Republic of Congo has been instrumental in promoting environmental protection initiatives through FP-CIRGL.

Population
5.8 million
Area
342,000 sq km

Key FP-ICGLR Projects:

  • Rainforest preservation efforts
  • Sustainable resource management
RW

Rwanda

Joined 2006
Kigali

Rwanda has been at the forefront of post-conflict reconstruction and governance innovation within FP-CIRGL.

Population
13.3 million
Area
26,338 sq km

Key FP-ICGLR Projects:

  • E-governance implementation
  • Gender equality initiatives
SS

South Sudan

Joined 2011
Juba

As the newest member state, South Sudan engages with FP-CIRGL on peace-building and development challenges.

Population
11.4 million
Area
644,329 sq km

Key FP-ICGLR Projects:

  • Peace consolidation efforts
  • Oil revenue transparency
SD

Sudan

Joined 2006
Khartoum

Sudan works through FP-CIRGL frameworks to address regional security concerns and cross-border cooperation.

Population
45.7 million
Area
1,886,068 sq km

Key FP-ICGLR Projects:

  • Trans-boundary water management
  • Agricultural modernization
TZ

Tanzania

Joined 2006
Dodoma

Tanzania contributes to regional stability through active participation in FP-CIRGL peace initiatives.

Population
63.6 million
Area
945,087 sq km

Key FP-ICGLR Projects:

  • Refugee integration programs
  • Tourism development initiatives
UG

Uganda

Joined 2006
Kampala

Uganda has been instrumental in promoting regional economic integration through FP-CIRGL platforms.

Population
47.1 million
Area
241,550 sq km

Key FP-ICGLR Projects:

  • Cross-border trade enhancement
  • Youth empowerment programs
ZM

Zambia

Joined 2006
Lusaka

Zambia contributes to FP-CIRGL initiatives on mining transparency and regional economic development.

Population
19.6 million
Area
752,612 sq km

Key FP-ICGLR Projects:

  • Mining sector governance
  • Environmental sustainability programs

Regional Cooperation

FP-ICGLR facilitates parliamentary collaboration across these 12 countries to address shared challenges and opportunities.

$80B+
Combined GDP
408M+
Total Population