New customs system goes live on October 25

Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda have a common cargo tracking system. FILE

All cargo imports will be declared on a centralised tax system starting next week, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) said, in a move expected to tighten the net on cheats and quicken customs clearance.

The taxman currently clears import cargo using separate electronic platforms, mainly the upgrades on its Simba customs management systems introduced in 2005.

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