Explain the benefits of the new East African Community established in 2001 to its members.
Answer:
- There is a wider market for different types of goods produced by each member state.
- The citizens of members states buy goods and services at low prices due to low tariffs levied on goods and services.
- Opening of borders has boosted free movement of people and goods within the region.
- The community provide a forum for heads states to discuss issues harmoniously thus
promoting mutual understanding /cooperation/friendship.
- There are employment opportunities for people in the established common services.