President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia is set to travel to Tanzania today to take part in the 25th Ordinary Summit of the East African Community (EAC), as the country continues to cement its role within the regional bloc.
The high-level meeting will convene Heads of State from member countries on March 7, 2026, in Arusha, the diplomatic hub that hosts the EAC’s headquarters. The summit represents a key moment for regional dialogue and collective decision-making among East African leaders.
Discussions at the summit are expected to center on deepening cooperation and accelerating the region’s integration agenda. Key topics on the table include boosting intra-regional trade and investment, advancing shared infrastructure projects, and aligning policies to spur economic growth. In addition, leaders will address pressing regional security matters and explore ways to strengthen political and economic ties among member states.
For Somalia, the summit carries particular weight. Having officially joined the East African Community in late 2023 after a prolonged accession process, the country is working to translate its membership into tangible benefits. Participation in the Arusha gathering offers an opportunity to engage directly with regional partners and advocate for greater collaboration in trade, development, and stability.
Observers note that President Mohamud’s attendance signals Mogadishu’s commitment to playing an active and constructive role within the EAC. As the newest member, Somalia stands to gain from increased market access, investment flows, and technical cooperation—while also contributing to the collective vision of a more integrated and prosperous East Africa.
The 25th summit is expected to reaffirm the shared priorities of the EAC and set the stage for the next phase of regional cooperation, with Somalia increasingly positioned as a participant in shaping that future.
