East African Legislative Assembly

East African Legislative Assembly The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) is an Organ of the East African Community, being the Legislative arm of the Community.

The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) was inaugurated by the Summit on 29th November 2001 is one of the seven organs of the East African Community (EAC), being its legislative and oversight arm. Its current membership is 52 Members, 9 from each of the five Partner States of the East African Community and 5 Minister of East African Community Affairs from each Partner State, Secretary General

and Counsel to the Community. Under the Provisions of Article 49 of the Treaty for the Establishment of the East African Community.

EAC HQs, Arusha, Tanzania- June 2, 2026–The East African Legislative Assembly in its virtual sitting yesterday received ...
02/06/2026

EAC HQs, Arusha, Tanzania- June 2, 2026–The East African Legislative Assembly in its virtual sitting yesterday received the proposed East African Community budget for the financial year 2026/2027, tabled by the Chairperson, Council of the EAC Ministers, Hon. Rebecca Kadaga. The East African Legislative Assembly (EAC) adopted the proposed EAC budget estimates for FY2026/2027 and forwarded it to the General-Purpose Committee for scrutiny. This budget estimates were approved at the 60th Extra-Ordinary Meeting held from 18th to 22nd May 2026, of the Council of Ministers and approved a total budget of USD110,863,576 for the Financial Year 2026/2027, alongside a Supplementary Budget of USD 4,794,593 for FY 2025/2026.

The Assembly also witnessed the swearing-in of H.E. Amb. Patrick Bundi, the Secretary General of EAC as an Ex-Officio of EALA. The Assembly also witnessed the swearing of new members of parliament from the United Republic of Tanzania as stipulated in Rule 5(5) that a new member takes an oath or affirmation of allegiance. These members replaced Eala members who were elected to the Tanzania National Parliament in the last elections, including: Hon. Dr Ng’waru Maghembe Jumaine, Hon. James Millya and Hon. Angela Kizigha.

29/05/2026

📢 Special Sitting Announcement – East African Legislative Assembly (EALA)
The Rt. Hon. Speaker has convened a Special Sitting scheduled for:
🗓 Monday, 1st June 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM (EAT)
💻 Virtual Session
Purpose of the Sitting:
• 📑 Tabling of the EAC Supplementary Budget for FY 2025/2026

• 📊 Presentation of the EAC Draft Estimates for FY 2026/2027

📎 Relevant documents will be shared alongside the convening memo.
🔗 Please note: The session will be held online. A virtual access link will be shared once available.
Stay informed and engaged as key regional financial matters are presented and discussed.

IGRTC Delegation Undertakes Landmark Study Tour to the East African Legislative Assembly, The Secretariat and the East A...
06/05/2026

IGRTC Delegation Undertakes Landmark Study Tour to the East African Legislative Assembly, The Secretariat and the East African Court of Justice

At a ceremony held at the EAC Headquarters in Arusha, Tanzania, the East African Community officially transitioned leade...
25/04/2026

At a ceremony held at the EAC Headquarters in Arusha, Tanzania, the East African Community officially transitioned leadership from outgoing Secretary General SGNduva to incoming Secretary General Amb. Stephen P. Mbundi. The event, attended by EAC organs, partners, and stakeholders, featured Uganda’s Minister of State for EAC Affairs, Hon. James Magode Ikuya, as Chief Guest on behalf of Uganda’s Vice President. Staff and partners honored the outgoing Secretary General for her significant contributions over 22 months, including advances in regional integration and institutional strengthening, while warmly welcoming Amb. Mbundi with confidence in his leadership to advance a prosperous, united East Africa. The handover reaffirmed the EAC’s commitment to continuity, unity, and shared regional aspirations.

Speaker and counterparts from associate parliaments
23/04/2026

Speaker and counterparts from associate parliaments

Hon Gladness, Hon Caroline, who accompanied the Rt. Hon Speaker to the 152nd Assembly of the IPU.
23/04/2026

Hon Gladness, Hon Caroline, who accompanied the Rt. Hon Speaker to the 152nd Assembly of the IPU.

EALA Moves to Strengthen Regional Action Against Modern Slavery, Considers the East African Community Counter-Traffickin...
17/04/2026

EALA Moves to Strengthen Regional Action Against Modern Slavery, Considers the East African Community Counter-Trafficking in Persons Bill, 2026

17/04/2026
EALA Members of Parliament from The Federal Republic of Somalia Take Oath in Arusha Tanzania.
17/04/2026

EALA Members of Parliament from The Federal Republic of Somalia Take Oath in Arusha Tanzania.

EALA COMMISSION APPROVES ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE CALENDER OF ACTIVITIES FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR 2025/2026
04/09/2025

EALA COMMISSION APPROVES ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE CALENDER OF ACTIVITIES FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR 2025/2026

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EAC Close Off Afrika Mashariki Road P. O. Box
Arusha
1096

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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+255 27 2162100

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