Court Suspends Levy Imposed on Cargo Destined for South Sudan
The levy was set at USD 350 for every Kenyan trader.
Source: kenyans.co.ke
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The levy was set at USD 350 for every Kenyan trader.
Clearing agents have challenged $350 charged per container of all cargo destined for South Sudan.
The move comes as a new mediator is appointed by President William Ruto at the request of South Sudan's Salva Kiir.
South Sudan has been struggling with undeclared entry of goods, some of which are expired while others are of substandard quality.
Clearing agents had opposed the move saying it would lead to closure of local companies.