EAC’s resource dispute resolution treaty up for signing, adoption
The Kenyan Marine Police Base on Usingo Island overlooking Migingo Island. EA states are reviewing a protocol for solving shared resources disputes. AFP PHOTO
East African member states are reviewing the Protocol on Environment and Natural Resources Management to create provisions for combating climate change, e-waste management and peaceful resolution of disputes related to trans-boundary resources such as the contentious Migingo Island.
The EastAfrican has learnt that the agreement, which is now ready for signing, has clear provisions on reduction of greenhouse emissions, e-waste management and resolution of disputes arising from shared natural resources.
