According to a survey by the shippers council, ICD Nairobi performance in import logistics efficiency deteriorated between January and May. There is also a reduced number of middle and junior officers to process cargo with partly the same customs cargo clearance framework and partly online process. Transit import containers at the Naivasha ICD have a 30 days free storage period. Cargo clearance into Uganda and other hinterland countries dropped by more than 50 per cent in April-May, a survey by African e-logistics firm–Kobo360 indicates. Shippers and clearing agents had suggested 10 days free cargo storage period for local imports.

Source: The Star July 13, 2020 00:56 UTC