The Third East African Community Conference
Connecting East Africa. Advancing Somalia’s Future.
Deepening Somalia’s EAC Integration Through Treaty Domestication, Trade Competitiveness and Human Capital Development.
- 12–13 October 2026
- Amara Hotel, Mogadishu
- In person & online
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About the Conference
Building a more integrated, competitive East Africa
EACON 2026 brings together policymakers, EAC institutions, investors, universities, businesses, development partners and young leaders to translate Somalia’s East African Community membership into tangible results.
The two-day conference focuses on institutional readiness, trade and regional connectivity, strategic investment, and a skilled future-ready workforce.
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2026 Conference Theme
Deepening Somalia’s EAC Integration Through Treaty Domestication, Trade Competitiveness and Human Capital Development
From regional commitments to measurable institutional and economic progress.
Areas of Focus
Four Strategic Pillars
A practical framework for advancing integration, investment and opportunity across the region.
PILLAR 01
Institutional Readiness
Domestication of EAC commitments, policy alignment, institutional coordination and regulatory reform.
PILLAR 02
Trade & Connectivity
Competitive markets, customs, standards, trade facilitation, ports and regional corridors.
PILLAR 03
Strategic Investment
Bankable projects, public-private partnerships, infrastructure, logistics and the blue economy.
PILLAR 04
Human Capital & Innovation
Education, skills, entrepreneurship, digital transformation, AI and future workforce development.
Conference Agenda
Two Days of Ideas & Action
Keynotes, high-level dialogues, thematic panels and executive roundtables.
Monday · 12 October 2026
Day 01 — Integration & Competitiveness
08:00
Registration & Networking
09:00
Opening Ceremony & Welcome Remarks
11:00
High-Level Ministerial Panel
13:30
Competitive Markets Dialogue
17:30
CEO & Education Roundtables
Tuesday · 13 October 2026
Day 02 — Investment & Outcomes
09:05
Investment & Diplomacy Keynotes
10:15
Financing Transformation & Blue Economy
11:05
Research Paper Presentations
11:45
Matchmaking Session
13:30
EACON Declaration & Closing
Conference Location
Amara Hotel, Mogadishu
Join regional leaders and experts in Somalia’s capital on 12–13 October 2026. The conference supports both in-person and online participation, with English and Somali interpretation.
Conference Impact
Expected Outcomes
Converting dialogue into lasting progress.
EACON Declaration
Shared priorities and commitments to accelerate Somalia’s regional integration.
Institutional Cooperation
Stronger coordination among public institutions, businesses and regional partners.
Investment Opportunities
Actionable recommendations and a pipeline of strategic, bankable projects.
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