Committees
LCAC
Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee
The LCAC is one of the standing committees of EACO, responsible for providing expert guidance and recommendations to the Organisation's organs and Secretariat.
Key Functions
- Constitutional interpretation and compliance
- Legal advice to EACO organs
- Amendment recommendations
- Rules & Regulations guidance
- Secretariat legal support
All Committees
Leadership
Committee Leadership
Chairperson
Mr. George Njamwitha
Organisation
Communication Authority of Kenya
Vice Chairperson
Mr. Kenneth Seguya
Organisation
Uganda Communications Commission
Mandate
Terms of Reference
i
Interpret the EACO Constitution and related Rules of Procedure and Regulations.
ii
Recommend necessary amendments to the EACO Constitution.
iii
Provide legal advice to the organs of EACO on any legal or Constitutional matter.
iv
Recommend Rules and Regulations for the smooth functioning of EACO and its organs.
v
Guide and support the Secretariat on any legal matter.
Governance
Working Within EACO's Framework
The LCAC operates within the EACO constitutional and governance framework, reporting to the relevant organs and working closely with the Secretariat to deliver on its mandate.
Reports To
EACO Board and relevant organs
Works With
EACO Secretariat and Member State representatives
Meeting Cadence
As determined by the EACO organs and schedule
Recommendations
Submitted to EXCOM for approval and implementation