MEACA Uganda Updates

⚖️ 𝟐𝟓 𝐘𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 - 𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐅𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐅𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 Today, the East African Community celebrated a major milestone as the East African Court of Justice (EACJ), @EACJCourt, marked 25 years of advancing regional justice, strengthening the rule of law and supporting the East African integration process. Established in 2001 as the judicial organ of the EAC, the Court plays a critical role in ensuring adherence to the law in the interpretation and application of the Treaty for the Establishment of the East African Community. Over the past quarter-century, its judgments and precedents have contributed to the development of regional jurisprudence, strengthened accountability and provided East Africans with a regional avenue for seeking justice. As the Community has expanded to 8 Partner States, the importance of a strong, independent and accessible regional Court has continued to grow. Deeper integration requires strong institutions that uphold Community law, resolve disputes and build confidence in the integration process. Under the theme “𝟐𝟓 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞,” the Silver Jubilee is an opportunity to celebrate how far the Court has come and reaffirm the central role of justice and the rule of law in building a more integrated East Africa. 25 years of regional justice. 25 years of strengthening the foundations of East African integration. #EACJCourtAt25

As climate experts warn of a potentially very strong El Niño event that could persist into 2027, the EAC has adopted a 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐥 𝐍𝐢ñ𝐨 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 to coordinate action across all 8 Partner States. The Plan aims to protect lives, livelihoods, critical infrastructure, and regional trade by strengthening early warning systems, health preparedness, food security, transport corridor resilience, and cross-border emergency response. It also prioritises support for communities most at risk from flooding, displacement, disease outbreaks, and other climate-related shocks. Recognising that climate disasters do not stop at national borders, the EAC is advancing a unified regional approach to keep people safe, maintain the flow of goods and services, and safeguard the gains of regional integration. The Plan will guide joint action in vulnerable hotspots across East Africa while enhancing information sharing, resource mobilization, and mutual assistance among Partner States. 🔗Read More: shorturl.at/9aXR6

🇹🇿 𝐓𝐚𝐧𝐳𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐚 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐀𝐂 𝐌𝐒𝐌𝐄𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫 The United Republic of Tanzania 🇹🇿 has officially received the EAC flag and hosting baton from the Republic of Rwanda 🇷🇼, marking the symbolic handover of responsibilities ahead of the 𝟐𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 (𝐄𝐀𝐂) 𝐌𝐒𝐌𝐄𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫 (𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕). The handover ceremony took place during the closing of the 26th EAC MSMEs Trade Fair in Kigali, Rwanda, with Tanzania set to host the next edition of this important regional platform. The symbolic handover reaffirms the spirit of regional cooperation, continuity and shared commitment among EAC Partner States towards promoting entrepreneurship, strengthening intra-regional trade and expanding market opportunities for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The journey continues. See you in Tanzania at the 27th EAC MSMEs Trade Fair! 🇹🇿

🔴 LIVE | Closing Ceremony Follow the live proceedings of the 26th EAC MSMEs Trade Fair as East Africa celebrates the achievements, connections and opportunities created for MSMEs across the region. 🌍 From enterprise to regional trade, the journey continues. 📍 Kigali, Rwanda #26thEACMSMEsTradeFair #EAC youtube.com/live/B34o3nPp9rQ…

🇺🇬 𝐔𝐆𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐀 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒 | 𝟐𝟔𝐓𝐇 𝐄𝐀𝐂 𝐌𝐒𝐌𝐄𝐬 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐄 𝐅𝐀𝐈𝐑 Uganda Day was celebrated at the 26th East African Community (EAC) MSMEs Trade Fair in Kigali, Rwanda, with a call for stronger regional trade, removal of Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs) and expanded market opportunities for businesses across East Africa. Speaking during the celebrations, Uganda’s Minister of State for Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (Industry), Hon. David Bahati, emphasised the need for Partner States to strengthen cross-border trade, improve border operations and promote access to the wider EAC market. EAC Deputy Secretary General, Ms Annette Ssemuwemba, reaffirmed the Community’s commitment to strengthening regional partnerships, expanding business opportunities and enhancing the visibility of the Trade Fair, which brought together approximately 3,000 exhibitors. The celebrations were further enlivened by vibrant traditional Ugandan dances, cultural performances and energetic dance moves, showcasing Uganda’s rich cultural heritage. 📍 Gikondo Grounds, Kigali, Rwanda #EACMSMEsTradeFair2026 #UgandaDay #BuyEastAfricaBuildEastAfrica #JuaKali2026

🇹🇿 𝐓𝐚𝐧𝐳𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐚 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 | 𝟐𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐀𝐂 𝐌𝐒𝐌𝐄𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫! Tanzania Day at the 26th EAC MSMEs Trade Fair in Kigali showcased how regional trade can turn entrepreneurship into new markets, stronger businesses and more jobs. Speaking during the celebrations, Hon. Deus Sangu, Tanzania's Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office – Labour, Employment and Industrial Relations, emphasised the role of MSME exhibitions in promoting entrepreneurship, improving product competitiveness, expanding markets and creating employment opportunities. The Tanzanian Ambassador to Rwanda, H.E. Dr. Habib Kambanga, highlighted the opportunity for entrepreneurs to learn and develop quality products, while EAC Deputy Secretary General Ms. Annette Ssemuwemba reaffirmed the Community’s commitment to addressing trade barriers and expanding market access for MSMEs. The celebrations also reinforced the importance of removing trade barriers, strengthening market access and equipping entrepreneurs with the skills and connections needed to compete regionally. 🤝One East Africa. Shared Opportunities. A Stronger Future! #EACMSMEsTradeFair2026 #TanzaniaDay #BuyEastAfricaBuildEastAfrica #JuaKali2026