Sub-topic 2.1: The East African Community (EAC)

LEARNING OUTCOMES The learner should be able to:

1. know the meaning and the objectives of the term PanAfricanism.
2. know the composition of Pan African states. (k)
3. understand the background, structure and objectives of the EAC. (u)
4. appreciate the achievements of EAC in Eastern Africa states. (v, k, u)
5. understand the impact and the influence of the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) in Eastern Africa states. (k, v)

Introduction

Activity 2.1.1 Meaning of Pan Africanism

In groups, pairs or individually, watch video clips 2.1.1.1, 2.1.1.2, 2.1.1.3, 2.1.1.4 below and use other research materials  and respond to the following Tasks.

1. Explain in simple terms what Pan Africanism means.
2. Name some African leaders who played a key role in the Pan African movement.
3. How did the history of colonization influence the development of Pan Africanism?
4. Imagine you are a leader trying to promote unity among African countries. What steps would you take based on Pan Africanism principles?
5. Do you think Pan Africanism is still relevant today? Why or why not?
6. Design a flag for a Pan African event, explaining the significance of the Pan African flag’s colors: red, black, and green?

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Video 2.1.1.1 Meaning of Pan Africanism

Video 2.1.1.2 The first Pan African Conference

Video 2.1.1.3 Meaning of Pan Africanism

Video 2.1.1.4 Origin of Pan African Flag

Activity 2.1.2 The East African Community (EAC)

In groups, pairs or individually, watch video clip 2.1.2.1, 2.1.2.2 below and use other research materials  and respond to the following Tasks.

1. Can you name the countries that are part of the East African Community?
2. Why do you think countries join together to form communities like the EAC?
3. Imagine you are a member of the East African Community. What are some things you could do to help other members?
4. Do you think the East African Community is a good idea? Why or why not?
5. What are some challenges that the East African Community might face, and how could they be addressed?
6. If you could create a project to help kids in different East African Community countries learn from each other, what would it be?

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Video 2.1.2.1 The East African Community (EAC)

Video 2.1.2.2 The East African Community (EAC)

Activity 2.1.3 The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA)

In groups, pairs or individually, watch video clip 2.1.3.1, 2.1.3.2 below and use other research materials  and respond to the following Tasks.

1. What does EALA stand for and When was EALA established?
2. What are the main responsibilities of EALA, and how do they prioritize issues?
3. Why is it important for East African countries to work together in EALA?
4. Imagine you are a member of EALA. What ideas would you share to make East Africa a better place?
5. Do you think EALA is effective in bringing positive changes to East Africa? Why or why not?
6. What suggestions do you have to improve how EALA works for the benefit of everyone?

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Video 2.1.3.1 The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA)

Video 2.1.3.2 The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA)