EAC MARKUP

#EABC is pleased to share this weekly update, highlighting member-centric initiatives undertaken, upcoming activities and opportunities for your engagement. We wish you a blessed Eid al-Fitr. Download: eabc-online.com/download/eabc-… @AhmedFarah__ @KEPSA_KENYA @TanzaniaCTI

#Tanzania has taken a major step towards paperless trade & digital transformation with the launch of the CART.IS analysis. Under EU-EAC MARKUP II, the initiative sets a roadmap to strengthen system integration, cut trade costs & improve transparency. 🇹🇿 🖥️

🌱🌍 Join our regional EU-EAC MARKUP II webinar to understand the EU Deforestation Regulation & EAC Trade 📅 31 Mar 2026 | 🕒 11:00 EAT ☕🍫Learn how EUDR will impact Leather coffee & cocoa exports and how businesses can prepare. 🔗 Register here : @c3476d30-7bc3-4f9b-9d15-f444947ff4cd" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">events.teams.microsoft.com/event/86f7c00a…

The new Non-Tariff Measures Self-Assessment Tool (NTM SAT) was launched at the East African Business and Investment Summit & Expo 2026 in Nairobi today. This will help businesses understand and comply with non-tariff measures. @KEPSA_KENYA @EABCjumuiya @EUinKenya @EUinTZ

This week, RAQ members gathered for an insightful session with @margaretafunder from @ITCnews, who led the Quality Champion program under #MARKUP. the team discussed the journey and future of RAQ as a National Quality Hub for ITC.

From Kenya to the market ☕🇰🇪 Jotim Coffee is growing stronger, more competitive, and market-ready with support from EU-funded MARKUP II programme. 🎥 Watch the video to hear their story from ambition to opportunity. #SupportingMSMEs #Unlockingtrade #Deliveringimpact

📣 MARKUP II | Year-End Highlights Our final EU–EAC MARKUP II Newsletter of the year is out! Celebrating impact and the people behind it 👇 🔗 4sn16.r.a.d.sendibm1.com/mk/mr/sh/6rqJ8… 📌 Braimpire Ltd at IATF 25 🌟 EAC Quality Awards ☕ Taste of Harvest coffees Happy festive season! 🎉

🌟 MARKUP II Update! 🌟 As we wrap up the year, we are excited to share this inspiring video featuring key insights on : 🔹 strengthening value chains, 🔹 empowering MSMEs, and 🔹 advancing sustainable trade across East Africa. 🎥 Watch the video here: youtu.be/skSa2tQSo88?fe…

📢 MARKUP II invites Lean/Six Sigma experts based in Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, or Uganda to support packaging companies through training and coaching on process excellence. 🗓 Deadline: 7 Jan 2026 👉 Apply: surveys.intracen.org/response/G2tIY… #EAC #Lean #SixSigma

🌍✨ What an inspiring session at the #AUEU25 🇦🇴 @ITCnews side-event brought together policymakers and entrepreneurs for a exchange on strengthening SMEs competitiveness. "With ITC's support on quality we’re now reaching new customers across the world” Mr. Hamza AMIMZA LTD

🚀 Today marks the launch of #AUEU25 here in 🇦🇴 Tomorrow @ITCnews will host a side event on Private Sector Driving Intra-African & Africa–EU Trade through the #ATCMA 📍 Diamante 2 🕘 9:00–11:00 Join us to discuss how SMEs can shape stronger continental & EU-Africa trade ties

Since September, @eawibp and #SheTrades delivered MARKUP II communication trainings across six East African countries. Trained Master Trainers supported 110 women-led businesses to present their products, build workable pitches and speak to buyers with confidence. @ITCnews | @eacmarkup

Weekend plan in Nairobi? Swing by our booth at Uhuru Gardens for the 25th MSME Trade Fair! We’re here till 16 Nov. Don’t miss out!

Who won the 2025 EAC Regional Quality Awards held in Nairobi ? 🏆 Find out here — and enjoy a few glimpses from the ceremony! tinyurl.com/2s4jeafe

East African SMEs, your verified packaging suppliers directory vetted by @ITCnews is here! Now you can access high-quality, cost-effective packaging solutions. We are at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi until 16 Nov. to tell you more or you can explore it here : packaging4smes.org

The EAC Regional Quality Awards 2025 are happening today in Nairobi! Meet the nominees—national award winners from across East Africa—competing for regional excellence in quality, innovation, and performance.@KEBS_ke @EUinTZ @jumuiya @EUinKenya youtube.com/watch?v=eIcvXr…

New Course Alert! 🚀 The @eacmarkup  Academy presents "Smart Financing for Business Growth". 👉 Explore Smart Financing for Business Growth: bit.ly/3LkqCfv 👉Discover our full course catalogue: bit.ly/4qMAbEk #MARKUPII #SMEs #Startups #Finance

@CoffeeHoneyCoop @MAAIF_Uganda @CoffeeUganda @EUinUG @UgandaParis @geneva_uganda @jumuiya 😋🍫

@eacmarkup @MAAIF_Uganda @CoffeeUganda @EUinUG @UgandaParis @geneva_uganda @jumuiya I can feel the chocolate flavor,

Top-quality chocolate from Uganda is a hit in Paris! Five Ugandan brands — Equator Chocolate, Nile Chocolate, Artisans Farm Africa, CocoMata, and HAST Manufacturers are showcasing their creations Oct 29 – Nov 2 at Salon du Chocolat 2025, attracting strong interest from buyers.

Great progress at the EAC Regional Trade Facilitation events! shorturl.at/3HnhT