East Africa Community (EAC)
EAC commits to barrier-removal as intra-trade expands
Intra-EAC trade surged 27% to USD 18 billion from June 2024–June 2025 as leaders committed to barrier-removal at the 25th MSME Trade Fair. The focus on MSMEs and value-chain connectivity signals a structural shift in East Africa’s integration and private-sector growth.