1. EAC Integration: Right or Wrong Path?
Johansein Rutaihwa

2. Synopsis of the Presentation
Introduction
Key Elements of the East African Integration Process
Right Path or wrong Path?
Conclusion

3. 1. Introduction
The East African Community (EAC) is the regional intergovernmental organization which covers Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi

4. 2. Key Elements of the East African Integration Process
Customs Union - Joint administration of a Common External Tariff (CET) and elimination of all non-tariff barriers to cross-border trade (commenced on 1st January 2005).
Common Market - Free movement of goods and services and all factors of production
Monetary Union - Establishment of a single currency area
Political Federation - This is the last stage of the regional integration process.

5. 3. Right or wrong Path?
To what extent will this integration lead to development? (issues of major concern)
How do we mainstream our priorities to development?
Is integration solid? lowering tariff and trade barriers viz Reforms
Sustainable integration or market access
Is integration for the citizens or politicians
Comparative Advantages viz Competitiveness
Nutshell need of having Integrated Action plan to address constraints and bottlenecks

6. Thank you for your attention