Cargo agents fault clearance system
BUSINESS NEWS
Clearing and forwarding agents want a more comprehensive cargo clearing system than the one mooted by KRA (Courtesy)
Cargo agents are pressing the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to expand the range of processes the new automated system can handle.
Currently, the Integrated Customs Management System (ICMS) can only clear bulk cargo like fertiliser and clinker.
The Kenya International Freight and Warehousing Association (Kifwa) now says if the system is expanded to include light cargo, it would help end delays at the Port of Mombasa and Inland Container Depots (ICDs). The automated system was launched last year.
Boost for traders as KPA raises free-storage days
Wednesday December 16 2020
By ANTHONY KITIMO
Transit export containers will be charged after the expiry of 20 days from the current 15 days.
Those using the Mombasa port and Nairobi inland container depot ( ICD) will now have 14 free days from nine.
Importers and exporters incur charges of between Sh 3,000 and Sh9,000 per day for cargo that has stayed beyond the free storage period and more than 24 days, depending on the size of the container.
Kenya Ports Authority has heeded the call by traders to increase free storage period to cushion them from the adverse effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.