The Act aims to promote peace and stability within the East African Community by providing a structured approach to conflict prevention, management, and resolution. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration among Member States and the Secretariat to address regional tensions and mitigate conflicts effectively.The Act outlines the establishment of the Office of Eminent Persons, which is responsible for mediating and negotiating to prevent and resolve conflicts within the Community. The Act also establishes a Panel consisting of one eminent person from each Partner State, appointed by the Summit upon recommendation of the Council. The Panel meets regularly to discuss conflict management strategies and make decisions by consensus. The Act consists of 16 Articles.
2012-05-29