East African
Communications
Organisation
A regional autonomous organisation with international legal personality, bringing together national ICT regulators, operators and service providers across East Africa since 2012.
A Regional Body Built for the Digital Age
EACO was established in 2012 as a regional autonomous organisation with international legal personality, headquartered in Kigali, Rwanda.
EACO brings together national ICT regulators, operators, service providers in the telecommunication, broadcasting and postal sub-sectors, ICT training institutions and other stakeholders in the communication sector across Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda.
The broad objective of EACO is to strengthen and promote cooperation among the seven EAC Countries in the development and provision of postal, telecommunication and broadcasting services in East Africa — building the foundations of a truly connected, digitally empowered region.
Presently, EACO is a Sector Member of the ITU and an Observer at the EAC, with 74 ICT members and over 12 Memorandums of Understanding with affiliates across the globe.
Established as a regional autonomous organisation with international legal personality under the East African Community framework.
"To coordinate the development of the communications sector through harmonization of policy and regulatory frameworks in the East African Community."
"A digitally empowered East Africa region."
EACO Objectives
Our four strategic objectives guide every working group, committee decision and regional initiative — from spectrum harmonisation to universal connectivity.
Seven Member Countries
EACO Core Values
Five principles guide every decision, partnership and programme — from the boardroom to the field.
We work together in unity of mind and mission, committing to serve the diverse population of East Africa in building a knowledgeable, informed society.
We are committed to operating in a manner that fosters environmental, social and economic well-being across the East African region.
We constantly strive to redefine excellence, staying open to ideas that challenge conventional views and drive innovation to meet society's changing needs.
We uphold laws and regulations, act with honesty and transparency, and treat everyone with fairness and respect in all our dealings.
We conduct ourselves and serve our clients in a manner that reflects our training and upholds the positive image of the organisation.
Global Affiliates & MoUs
EACO is a Sector Member of the ITU and an Observer at the EAC, with MoUs across leading global ICT organisations.
EACO Strategic Plan 2023–2028
Download the full strategic plan outlining EACO's vision, priorities and roadmap for transforming East Africa's digital communications landscape over the next five years.