EACOP AND THE GOVERNMENT OF TANZANIA SIGN A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING ON PROJECT SECURITY

EACOP Ltd and the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania, through the Ministry of Home Affairs, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Project Security Matters in Tanzania. This landmark agreement reinforces the shared commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the EACOP Project, its people, assets, and surrounding communities while upholding internationally recognized human rights principles and best practices.

This collaboration further strengthens EACOP’s adherence to global standards, including the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPSHR), the laws of Tanzania, and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) Performance Standards. The MoU aligns with the commitments outlined in the Host Government Agreement (HGA), providing a structured framework for security operations that prioritize human rights, transparency, and cooperation.

The security of the EACOP Project is a shared responsibility, and this MoU establishes a mechanism for joint coordination, monitoring, and implementation of security measures between EACOP and the Government of Tanzania. It ensures a robust and human rights-focused security strategy that emphasizes prevention, risk mitigation, and respect for local communities. The agreement promotes ongoing cooperation between Tanzanian authorities and EACOP, ensuring that security measures are developed and implemented in a way that safeguards the project while maintaining respect for human rights. All security operations will be aligned with internationally recognized human rights principles, ensuring that security personnel are trained and equipped to operate in line with the VPSHR and Tanzanian law. Additionally, the MoU strengthens the framework for securing project infrastructure, personnel, and local communities, ensuring that security interventions are conducted responsibly and ethically.

The signing of this MoU aligns with the Government of Tanzania’s ongoing commitment to the smooth and timely execution of the EACOP Project. It builds upon the legal and operational framework established by the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) signed between Tanzania and Uganda on 26th May 2017, which provided the foundational principles for the development of the pipeline.

As the EACOP Project progresses, security remains a key pillar in ensuring its successful implementation. The agreement underscores the importance of clear rules, responsibilities, and accountability measures, ensuring that security efforts support sustainable development while respecting the rights and dignity of all stakeholders.

Through this partnership, EACOP and the Government of Tanzania reaffirm their commitment to a secure, transparent, and human rights-compliant project execution. This MoU is a testament to the strong collaboration between both parties in fostering a safe operating environment that benefits all stakeholders, including the local communities along the pipeline route. By integrating international security best practices with Tanzania’s legal and regulatory frameworks, this agreement marks an important step toward ensuring that the EACOP Project is not only successful but also implemented with the highest ethical and operational standards.