eastafricanregion
nounUK /ˌiːst ˈæfrɪkən ˈriːdʒən/
US /ˌiːst ˈæfrɪkən ˈriːdʒən/
A part of Africa that is in the east.
Kenya and Tanzania are countries in the East African region.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A group of countries that work together in eastern Africa.
The East African region shares trade agreements.
3. The land and climate found in eastern Africa.
The East African region is known for its grasslands and wildlife.
4. A cultural area where many people speak Swahili.
Swahili is widely spoken across the East African region.