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Kenya and Tanzania Sign Namanga-Tarakea Border Demarcation Pact: Boosting Regional Trade and Cooperation

Duncan Muema by Duncan Muema
June 19, 2023
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Tanzania and Kenya, two neighbouring East African countries, recently signed a landmark agreement to demarcate the Namanga-Tarakea border. The pact aims to enhance bilateral relations, promote trade facilitation, and strengthen cooperation between the two nations. This significant development holds immense potential for regional economic growth and integration. By providing clarity on territorial boundaries, both Tanzania and Kenya can foster a more conducive environment for cross-border trade and investment, opening up new opportunities for businesses and communities on both sides of the Tarakea border point.

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The Namanga-Tarakea border is a crucial transit point between Tanzania and Kenya, hosting the Namanga border crossing and Tarakea border point. By establishing clear boundaries, the agreement will streamline customs procedures, reduce trade barriers, and enhance cross-border logistics, thereby boosting regional trade. The move is set to enhance trade between the two East African countries. Kenya is recorded as having exported Kenya exported goods worth KSh57.4 billion to Tanzania in 2022, mainly composed of exports of iron, non-alloy steel, pharmaceutical products, and plastics, as reported in the Economic Survey 2023. On the other hand, Kenya’s imports from Tanzania mainly consist of cereals, wood, and edible vegetables.

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The demarcation pact also provides an impetus for improving trade infrastructure and connectivity in the region. Both Tanzania and Kenya can now invest in upgrading road networks, border posts, and trade facilitation systems to facilitate the seamless movement of goods and people. Enhanced connectivity will not only benefit local businesses but also promote tourism as it becomes easier for travellers to explore the diverse attractions and cultural heritage of both countries.

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Beyond its economic implications, the border demarcation pact signifies a broader commitment to strengthening regional cooperation. Tanzania and Kenya have demonstrated their willingness to resolve disputes through peaceful negotiations, fostering an environment of trust and collaboration. This renewed sense of unity can extend to other areas of mutual interest, including security cooperation, joint infrastructure projects, and knowledge exchange programs, further deepening the ties between the two nations.

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