Definition
A regional bloc of East African states operating a customs union and common market to deepen economic integration. South Africa is not a member but trades with EAC countries, and the EAC is one of the three blocs in the Tripartite Free Trade Area alongside SADC and COMESA. It maintains a common external tariff among its members.
Frequently asked questions
What is East African Community (EAC)?
A regional bloc of East African states operating a customs union and common market to deepen economic integration. South Africa is not a member but trades with EAC countries, and the EAC is one of the three blocs in the Tripartite Free Trade Area alongside SADC and COMESA. It maintains a common external tariff among its members.
Which glossary terms are related to East African Community (EAC)?
East African Community (EAC) is a regional trade term in the South African import/export industry. Related terms in the same area include AfCFTA Tariff Phase-Down, AGOA (African Growth and Opportunity Act), CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism), Certificate of Origin, COMESA (Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa) — each has its own plain-English definition in the TradeCaravan glossary.