Regional Electronic Cargo TrackingThe enforced changes have also seen the dynamics change in the transport sector and more so from a regional perspective. Among the crucial changes implemented has been the adoption of the electronic tracking of both cargo and freight crews. Dubbed as the Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking (RECT) this innovation has enabled the seamless movement of goods within the East African Community (EAC). The maintenance of trade flows between countries is expected to remain a pivotal pillar in the implementation of additional trade initiatives including the now active Africa free continental trade area (AfCTA). Trade within the EAC has for instance strengthened under the cloud of innovation to cargo tracking and monitoring.

Source: The Star October 01, 2020 11:26 UTC