Commentary

Most economies across East Africa Community (EAC) are officially looking, ready for the recovery road.  The positive outlook presented by national ministries of finance across the region, however, mask huge fiscal holes created by long period of economic hardships these countries have gone through. 

The United Nations “Rio+20” Earth Summit this month will be a staging ground to chart the course for inclusive economies, social equality, and environmental protection. For that reason, it must place sustainable development at the forefront of the global agenda.