The East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO)

East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO) is the EAC agency mandated to promote and coordinate the development, management and application of science, technology and innovation (STI) activities in the region. The relevance of EASTECO’s role on coordinating STI activities in the region is largely seen in the EAC focus on the improvement of its global competitiveness for faster and sustainable economic growth with the intention of becoming an industrialized region, with STI as a key driver of socio-economic development and progressive growth.
Our Vision
To contribute to a prosperous, competitive, secure and united East Africa through collaboration in science, technology and innovation
Our Mission
To enhance the economic and social development of the peoples of the East African Community through the promotion and application of science, technology and innovation.

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In solidarity with Rwanda during the 31st commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, EASTECO on Friday, April 11, paid tribute to the victims of the massacres at Kigali Genocide Memorial. @jumuiya @SGNduva

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The Secretary General of the EAC @jumuiya met heads of institutions of the EAC at the secretariat on 28 Feb. 2025, during which they discussed a number of issues of interest to the community @SGNduva

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