Importers get longer free storage window at the port of Mombasa

The Kenya Ports Authority(KPA) has doubled the free cargo storage window for domestic importers to four days from two previously, handing relief to thousands hard-pressed for cash to clear their consignments.

In the new review, the $45 (Sh6,585) and $90 (Sh13,171) demurrage fees that were previously charged on the seventh day will now be charged on the 21st day-- giving relief to importers and exporters whose cargo delay on various port facilities within the country.