Somalia Joins East African Regional Trade Bloc 

Somalia has joined the East African Community in a move intended to boost economic growth in the country following three decades of war. <br />President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud says joining the regional trade bloc was a beacon of hope for Somalia. <br />He says it offered hope for a future of opportunities and prosperity. <br />Somalia's integration into the EAC is a huge step for the Horn of Africa nation, but it did not come easy. <br />Months of lobbying to join the regional bloc were met by serious questions and hesitation by some member states.<br /><br />This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4166630/advertisement">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4166630/advertisement</a>