The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat, celebrated International Women’s Day as part of its strategy to increase the participation of women in the EAC’s regional integration process

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat, celebrated International Women’s Day as part of its strategy to increase the participation of women in the EAC’s regional integration process. Under this year’s theme ‘Make it Happen,’ the Deputy
Secretary General, together with the Arusha City Council, Women Organizations, Staff members of the EAC and other invited guests, took part in a ‘Walk for Gender Equality’ around designated areas in Arusha town, visited the Maternity Unit of Mt.Meru Regional Hospital, launched the EAC International Women’s website and benefitted from various presentations and key note addresses on women’s rights and gender equality. “International; Women’s Day is a time to reflect on the achievements that women in the EAC have attained in the last 20 years, as well as to identify the challenges that still impede their full potential,” said Hon. Jesca Eriyo. Above, school girls entertaining guests at the climax of the celebrations at the EAC headquarters.

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