Public Health Ministry Staff Trained on Effective Policy Formulation
Publications
The Executive Bureau (EB) for Acceleration of Aid Absorption and Supporting Policy Reforms plays a vital role in supporting decision-makers in Yemen. The EB provides technical support in priority areas through a variety of interventions, including the development of policy papers, project proposals, and institutional and functional assessments.
Attached are examples EB policy papers and reports:
Partners
The executive branch has broad and fruitful partnerships at the local and international levels, as part of its endeavors to achieve its goals and vision. read more
Since 2019, the Executive Authority has been activated to support reform priorities, expedite certain urgent files, provide technical assistance to government entities, prepare reports and policy papers, and monitor economic projects. Additionally, it represents these entities before donors and international organizations in workshops and meetings.
About us
The Executive Bureau (EB) for the Accelerating of Aid Absorption and Supporting Policy Reforms is an institutional mechanism that was established by Presidential Decree No. (2) of 2013 for the aim of providing support and oversight for the implementation of the Mutual Accountability Framework. read more
Executive Bureau Director
Afrah Alzouba
Afrah Alzouba is a prominent figure in Yemen's development and peacebuilding landscape. With over two decades of experience in these fields, she has made significant contributions to addressing the country's complex challenges.
Alzouba was appointed as the Managing Director of the Executive Bureau for the Acceleration of Aid Absorption and Support for Policy Reforms in March 2021. She plays a crucial role in improving Yemen's government institutional capacity and enhancing its ability to effectively utilize foreign aid and implement policy reforms.
Prior to her current position, in 2019 Al-Zouba served as an advisor to Yemen's Prime Minister on humanitarian relief. Previously, she served as Deputy Secretary-General of the National Dialogue Conference and the Constitution Drafting Committee (2013-2015). Al-Zouba has also been actively involved in national and international peacebuilding efforts in Yemen. She has participated in numerous dialogues and negotiations, including the crucial Kuwait talks, to promote reconciliation and stability in Yemen.
In addition to her government work, Al-Zouba has a strong track record in community development. She has successfully implemented projects aimed at poverty alleviation, health, education, and women's empowerment. Her ability to identify and address the needs of marginalized communities has made a lasting impact.
Al-Zouba holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Science and Technology in Sana’a, a Master’s degree in Community Health from the National University of Malaysia, and a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Sana’a University.