Supporting the deepening of the EAC regional economic integration through advancing implementation of the Customs Union and the Common Market Protocols.

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๐’๐ญ๐ซ๐ž๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ง๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ซ๐ž๐ ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐ฅ๐š๐›๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐ฆ๐จ๐›๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ. ๐Ÿ”นThe EAC is advancing efforts to reduce barriers to cross-border professional practice and labour mobility. The EAC Secretary General, Amb. Stephen Mbundi, has received high-performance ICT infrastructure worth EUR 205,000 from @eacgiz to strengthen the EAC Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) Digital Platform - Africaโ€™s first digital mechanism for mutual recognition of professional engineers. โ˜˜๏ธThe equipment is set to enhance the EACโ€™s capacity to securely host, manage and scale the platform, improving cybersecurity, reliability, data backup and system continuity. ๐Ÿ”นThe equipment is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) under the Digitalisation for East African Trade and Integration (DIGEAT) Project. GIZ-EAC Cluster Coordinator, Mr. Bjรถrn Richter handed over to the EAC Secretary General.
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It is rare to see another CEO that is so involved and so active. We are all proud of you ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘
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Beam Global is showcasing its off-grid EV charging and energy infrastructure solutions at Make it in the Emirates #MIITE2026 in Abu Dhabi alongside Platinum Group UAE. @MIITEUAE From autonomous vehicle charging to resilient energy infrastructure, Beam Middle East is meeting with key regional decision-makers as the Gulf accelerates investment in sustainable infrastructure. Learn more: beamforall.com/beam-global-pโ€ฆ #BeamGlobal #EVCharging $BEEM
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๐Ÿ’๐“๐‡ ๐„๐€๐‚ ๐’๐“๐ˆ ๐‚๐Ž๐๐…๐„๐‘๐„๐๐‚๐„ #AI4EAC EAC Deputy Secretary General @AguerAriik reiterated that Science, Technology & Innovation are at the core of the EACโ€™s regional development agenda. โ€œAs we advance, we share a collective responsibility to ensure AI is developed and deployed responsibly; safeguarding data privacy, promoting fairness and transparency, mitigating bias, and ensuring no one is left behind, especially women, youth, and vulnerable communities,โ€ he said. @mfbenda @easteco1 @iucea_info @eacgiz @RwandaICT @NEPAD_Agency @ScienceTechRw @STIsecretariat @SciforAfrica @UnescoEast @arin_africa @AguerAriik
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The 4th EAC Regional #STI Conference 2026 officially kicks off today in #Kigali. Join leaders, innovators and changemakers shaping East Africaโ€™s science, technology and innovation future. Rwandaโ€™s Minister of ICT and Innovation, Hon. @MusoniPaula, will deliver the official opening address. EAC Deputy Secretary General @AguerAriik will address the conference representing the #EAC alongside other key leaders. Be part of East Africaโ€™s premier STI gathering: tinyurl.com/35pfwts4 #AI4EAC @mfbenda @RwandaICT @NEPAD_Agency @eacgiz @arin_africa @AECID_es @ScienceTechRw @SciforAfrica @UnescoEast
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#AI4EAC EASTECO is currently leading the development of a Regional Artificial Intelligence Strategy for the East African Community. โ€œThe Strategy seeks to strengthen regional capacity in skills, infrastructure, innovation, and governance; accelerating responsible adoption across priority sectors; ensuring equitable access for all Partner States; and enhancing the EACโ€™s visibility and coordination within continental and global AI ecosystems,โ€ EASTECO Executive Secretary, Dr. Sylvance Okoth. #AI4EAC @mfbenda @easteco1 @iucea_info @eacgiz @RwandaICT @NEPAD_Agency @ScienceTechRw @STIsecretariat @SciforAfrica @UnescoEast @arin_africa @AguerAriik
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#AI4EAC The Inter-University Council for East Africa, @iucea_info in collaboration with key regional stakeholders, is advancing the establishment of a Regional AI Network for Universities under the framework of the EAC AI Alliance. ๐Ÿ”นThis Network will serve as a distributed, collaborative platform of excellence, connecting universities, research institutions and industry across Partner States to jointly advance AI research, innovation, and talent development.โ€ IUCEA Ag. Executive Secretary, Idris Rai. #AI4EAC @mfbenda @easteco1 @iucea_info @eacgiz @RwandaICT @NEPAD_Agency @ScienceTechRw @STIsecretariat @SciforAfrica @UnescoEast @arin_africa
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As I conclude my tenure, I warmly congratulate Ambassador Stephen Patrick Mbundi of Tanzania on his appointment and swearing-in as the 8th Secretary General of the East African Community, and the second Tanzanian to hold this office. I appreciate the EAC Summit of Heads of State for their decision and H.E. President Samia Suluhu Hassan for nominating him. I wish him every success as he leads the Community forward. #EAC
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๐Ÿ๐Ÿ“๐“๐‡ ๐„๐€๐‚ ๐‡๐„๐€๐ƒ๐’ ๐Ž๐… ๐’๐“๐€๐“๐„ ๐’๐”๐Œ๐Œ๐ˆ๐“ ๐Ÿƒ ๐๐ซ๐ž๐ฌ๐ข๐๐ž๐ง๐ญ ๐Œ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ž๐ฏ๐ž๐ง๐ข ๐ซ๐ž๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ฌโ€ฆ โ€œI worked with Mzee Moi, Mzee Mwinyi and Mzee Mkapa, to revive the EAC. I salute Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, Somalia and DRC for joining EAC. Let us fully implement the charter of the EAC and the roadmap. It is mandatory to unite or risk perpetual marginalization!โ€ EAC Chairperson & President of the Republic of Uganda- @KagutaMuseveni ๐‘ฑ๐’–๐’Ž๐’–๐’Š๐’š๐’‚ ๐’š๐’†๐’•๐’– ๐’Š๐’Œ๐’ ๐‘ฐ๐’Ž๐’‚๐’“๐’‚! #25thEACSUMMIT #ProudlyEastAfrican #EACSUMMIT @EACJCourt @EA_Bunge @ForeignOfficeKE @mfa_tanzania @RwandaMFA @meaca_ug @Com_mediasRDC @MAEBurundi @SouthSudanGov @MOFASomalia @EACAffairsKenya @EastGovernments @EAC_yap @EAYNOfficial @StateHouseUg
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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฎ ๐ˆ๐ญโ€™๐ฌ ๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐ข ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ! ๐Ÿ“ #25thMSMEs Trade Fair | Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi Burundi is lighting up the Fair with vibrant dance, rich culture and beautifully crafted goods that showcase true Burundian creativity. โœจ Donโ€™t miss the chance to experience, connect and take home something special from Burundi! @SGNduva @SMannette1 @KanaFlash @MAEBurundi @BurundiGov @NtareHouse
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25th EAC MSMEs Trade Fair, Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1ypKdqXOvโ€ฆ
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๐ŸšจThe 25th EAC MSMEs Trade Fair is here! ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช Get ready for an exciting showcase of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship as MSMEs from across East Africa come together to trade, learn, and grow. ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ7th- 16th November 2025 ๐Ÿ“Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi @SMannette1
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The EAC Deputy Secretary General @SMannette1 this afternoon led the official closing of the condolence book in honour of the late Kenyan Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga - @RailaOdinga Over the past days, the book has remained open at the EAC Headquarters in Arusha, allowing staff, dignitaries and well-wishers to sign and pay tribute to a statesman whose life and work deeply shaped the regionโ€™s democratic journey. โ€œAs we close this book today, we do not close the chapter of his legacy. Rather, we reaffirm our shared commitment to the ideals he embodied โ€” dialogue over division, service above self, and an unwavering belief that Africaโ€™s best days lie ahead,โ€ she said. May his soul rest in eternal peace ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ @IdaOdinga @EA_Bunge @SGNduva @Railajunior @jaokoburu @RuthOdinga42
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๐Ž๐…๐…๐ˆ๐‚๐ˆ๐€๐‹ ๐’๐“๐€๐“๐„๐Œ๐„๐๐“ ๐๐˜ ๐“๐‡๐„ ๐„๐€๐‚ ๐’๐„๐‚๐‘๐„๐“๐€๐‘๐˜ ๐†๐„๐๐„๐‘๐€๐‹ ๐Ž๐ ๐“๐‡๐„ ๐๐€๐’๐’๐ˆ๐๐† ๐Ž๐… ๐‘๐“. ๐‡๐Ž๐. ๐‘๐€๐ˆ๐‹๐€ ๐€๐Œ๐Ž๐‹๐Ž ๐Ž๐ƒ๐ˆ๐๐†๐€ ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat conveys its heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to the Government and people of the Republic of Kenya on the passing of the former Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga. Rt. Hon. Odinga was a towering Pan-African statesman, a courageous reformer and a relentless voice for freedom, democracy and social justice. He was an affable, charismatic and an enigma central to Kenyaโ€™s politics. His political life embodied resilience, conviction and sacrifice in pursuit of a fairer and more united Kenya. A steadfast believer in regional cooperation and Pan-African ideals, Rt. Hon. Odinga championed the cause of integration, infrastructure and collective development. He was a consistent advocate for equality and inclusion and a champion for womenโ€™s representation. His conviction that Africaโ€™s strength lies in its unity resonated deeply with the EACโ€™s vision of a peaceful, prosperous and people-centred region. His passing marks the loss of a leader of rare foresight and principle. One whose courage, intellect and devotion to the common good inspired millions and elevated Africaโ€™s discourse on governance, equity and development. His legacy will remain a guiding light for generations committed to building a better, more united region and continent. On behalf of the East African Community and on my own behalf, I extend sincere condolences to his family, friends and to the people and Government of the Republic of Kenya during this time of great sorrow. ๐‘ด๐’‚๐’š ๐’‰๐’Š๐’” ๐’”๐’๐’–๐’ ๐’“๐’†๐’”๐’• ๐’Š๐’ ๐’†๐’•๐’†๐’“๐’๐’‚๐’ ๐’‘๐’†๐’‚๐’„๐’†. ๐‡๐จ๐ง. ๐•๐ž๐ซ๐จ๐ง๐ข๐œ๐š ๐Œ. ๐๐๐ฎ๐ฏ๐š (๐‚๐๐’) ๐„๐€๐‚ ๐’๐„๐‚๐‘๐„๐“๐€๐‘๐˜ ๐†๐„๐๐„๐‘๐€๐‹ @WilliamsRuto @StateHouseKenya @SGNduva @EA_Bunge @EACJCourt @SMannette1 @AguerAriik @KenyaEac @EACAffairsKenya @CSBeatriceMoe
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๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ In this documentary, UNABSEC Immediate Past President @JamesOlonya unpacks the real challenges construction entrepreneurs face across @jumuiya Partner States โ€” and shares practical solutions for seamless cross-border operations. Watch here ๐Ÿ‘‰ youtu.be/t5wWlTWM35E?si=imCGโ€ฆ via @YouTube @EUEACprogramme @meaca_ug
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The EAC stands in solidarity with #EAC Heads of State and Government representatives at #UNGA80 as they address the assembly outlining solutions to global challenges. We echo their call for: ๐Ÿ”น Fair global financial reforms & debt justice to create fiscal space for less developed nations. ๐Ÿ”น Africaโ€™s rightful representation on the UN Security Council. ๐Ÿ”น Adequate support for African-led peace and security initiatives. ๐Ÿ”น Meaningful reform of the multilateral systems. @EA_Bunge @EACJCourt @SGNduva @AguerAriik #EACatUNGA
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Thank you @EUEACprogramme for the opportunity to echo the EAC Vision. Ohh what growth we will achieve when we work hand in handโ€ฆ The success birthed from free mobility of goods and services across the East African region will be great. We are getting there ๐Ÿ’ช
โ€œFree Movement is Our Powerโ€ ๐ŸŽคโœจ A moving piece performed by @irenemutuzo, reminding us that East Africaโ€™s strength lies in seamless mobility & integration. #EACMobilityDialogue #PPDConference2025 @jumuiya,@EABCjumuiya, @euinuganda @UNABSECPresidnt , @UNABSEC_UG
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The EAC Publicโ€“Private Dialogue, which began yesterday at Golden Tulip Hotel, Kampala, continues today. Delegates are discussing how to advance the free movement of workers, service suppliers, and businesses across the @jumuiya region. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿค On behalf of @UNABSEC_UG, I delivered a keynote address on the mobility of construction and engineering services suppliers, calling for: โœ… A Regional Local Content Framework โœ… Promotion of Regional Joint Ventures (JVs) โœ… Affordable Funding for EAC Contractors โœ… Simplified Immigration & Qualification Recognition @EUEACprogramme @meaca_ug
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๐Ÿ“ EAC Customs, Trade & Monetary Affairs team reviews FY2024/2025 progress and aligns FY2025/2026 priorities. Key resolutions: โœ… 75% of customs processes on trackโ€”more gains ahead โœ… Enhance donor project compliance โœ… Enforce & monitor key legislation โœ… Go digital to reach more stakeholders โœ… Report on outcomes & impact with emphasis on how the EAC integration affects citizens #ImpactDriven โœ… Explore new ideas to mobilize resources for the implementation of new, innovative initiatives! @EARDIP_EAC @EUEACprogramme @SMannette1
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๐Ÿ”ด ๐—œ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฒฬ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜ : ๐—Ÿ๐—ฒ ๐—–๐—ข๐— ๐—˜๐—ฆ๐—”, ๐—น๐—ฎ ๐—ฆ๐—”๐——๐—– ๐—ฒ๐˜ ๐—นโ€™๐—˜๐—”๐—– ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—น๐—ฒ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป, ๐—บ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—ฒ๐˜ ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ ๐—ณ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—น๐—ฎ ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฏ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—ฐ๐˜‚๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ฏ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜€, ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ฒ๐˜ ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—น๐—ฎ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒฬ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป. ================== Cela ressort dโ€™une rรฉcente cรฉrรฉmonie de remise et reprise entre la #SADC sortante et lโ€™ #EAC, qui prenait la prรฉsidence de ce groupe de travail tripartite ยซ Tripartite Task Force (#TTF)ยป, pour une annรฉe. โžก๏ธ En effet, le Secrรฉtaire Gรฉnรฉral de lโ€™EAC, Mme Veronica M.NDUVA ( @SGNduva ), a pris le 13 Juillet 2025, la prรฉsidence du groupe de travail tripartite @COMESA_HQ- @jumuiya -@SADC_News (TTF), succรฉdant au Secrรฉtaire Exรฉcutif de la SADC, Elias MAGOSI. ๐Ÿ“Œ ๐—–โ€™๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜ ๐—พ๐˜‚๐—ผ๐—ถ ๐—น๐—ฎ ยซ ๐—ง๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜๐—ถ๐˜๐—ฒ ๐—ง๐—ฎ๐˜€๐—ธ ๐—™๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ (๐—ง๐—ง๐—™)ยป? ================== Cโ€™est une union des trois communautรฉs รฉconomiques rรฉgionales - Africaines : COMESA ( 21 pays), SADC ( 16 pays) et lโ€™EAC ( 8 pays ). ๐Ÿ”นAlors, en vue de rรฉaliser des progrรจs รฉconomiques et sociaux durables dans tous les ร‰tats membres, ces trois communautรฉs รฉconomiques se sont mises ensemble pour atteindre cette vision commune. ๐Ÿ”นMรชme sโ€™il y a des pays qui se retrouvent dans toutes ces trois communautรฉs, la mission reste la mรชme, celle de rรฉduire les barriรจres commerciales existantes, ร  faciliter la circulation des biens, des services et des personnes et ร  soutenir la production industrielle dans la rรฉgion. ๐Ÿ“ L'Accord sur la Zone de libre-รฉchange tripartite (ZLET) est entrรฉ en vigueur le 25 juillet 2024. Et depuis, ces trois communautรฉs se complรจtent ร  travers le renforcement de lโ€™intรฉgration et de la coopรฉration dans plusieurs domaines de dรฉveloppement : en particulier le commerce, les douanes et les affaires monรฉtaires ; le transport, les communications et lโ€™information ; la technologie, lโ€™รฉnergie et lโ€™industrie ; ainsi que le genre, lโ€™agriculture, lโ€™environnement et les ressources naturelles. ๐Ÿ“Œ Durant ce mandat de lโ€™EAC, Mme NDUVA a indiquรฉ que lโ€™EAC se concentrera sur la finalisation des offres tarifaires et des rรจgles d'origine, ainsi que sur la ratification de l'Accord et des instruments connexes par les autres ร‰tats membres/partenaires. #lesbeautesdecheznous #akezanet #economie #Burundi @_AfricanUnion @EABCjumuiya @EUEACprogramme @AfDB_Group @afreximbank @AfCFTA
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