Charles Mwebembezi: Shaping the Future of East African Freight Forwarding
With over three decades of dedicated service in customs and logistics, Charles Mwebembezi stands as a pivotal figure in East...
Port of Mombasa Registers Record Growth in 2024
The Port of Mombasa has reported unprecedented growth in cargo throughput for the year 2024, highlighting its vital role in...
Strategic Growth Through Partnership: The role of EACCIA Consulting in East Africa’s Business Landscape
In 2006, a pivotal strategy was set in motion for the East African Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture (EACCIA),...
Major strides as BMA anchors its training to unlock blue economy
Bandari Maritime Academy (BMA) is cementing its role to midwife professionals that will drive the agenda of awakening the sleeping...
Strengthening Global Trade: The Vital Collaboration Between Shipping Lines, Customs, and Port Authorities
The cooperation between shipping lines, customs, and port authorities is a crucial pillar of global trade, ensuring efficiency, security, and...
Mandatory Digital Marine Cargo Insurance: Compliance and Implementation Guidelines
Following the enactment of the Finance Act, 2017, on June 23, 2017, amendments to the Marine Insurance Act (CAP 390,...
Reprieve for Shippers as TRA Waives Storage Charges
Shippers in Tanzania have received relief after the Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) announced a waiver of customs warehouse rent charges...
How TANCIS is Enhancing Trade Efficiency in Tanzania
Freight forwarders in Tanzania have hailed the convenience of cargo clearance since the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) introduced the Tanzania...
Relief for Traders Kenya and South Sudan Resolve Cargo Dispute, Easing Trade Flow
Operations to deliver cargo destined for South Sudan are set to resume at the port of Mombasa after Kenya and...
Shipping is indispensable to the World.
Shipping is a unique industry, and no wonder it's dubbed a “derived demand." All industries are closely identified with the...
Bulkstream Revolutionizes Dry Cargo Handling at Mombasa Port: A Catalyst for East African Trade
In just 20 short years, dry cargo handling at the Port of Mombasa has undergone a complete revolution—from a slow,...
Lamu Port makes foray into cruise ship tourism
The Port of Lamu celebrated the arrival of the cruise ship MV SH Diana, which sailed last Friday from Zanzibar...
Kenya, Uganda trailblazing Tailored Diploma Training Programs for Freight Forwarders
Uganda and Kenya are leading the East African region in advancing career progression for freight forwarders through the completion of...
Traders applaud Astral Aviation’s new China route.
Traders dealing with imports from China have applauded an initiative to launch direct air cargo freight from China which they...
Transit Bond Penalties Negatively Impact Cross-Border Trade: Stakeholders
Stakeholders validating a report on the impact of transit bond penalties on customs agents and freight forwarders in East Africa...
New team takes helm at SCEA
The Shippers Council of Eastern Africa (SCEA) has elected Mr. John Msafari as the new Chair of the Board. Ms....
Green Freight Programme Launched to Reduce Carbon Emissions in East Africa’s Logistics Sector
Kuehne Climate Centre and Smart Freight Centre have launched a premier Green Freight Programme in the East African region to...
Regional States Rebrand ISCOS to MOESNA
The Intergovernmental Standing Committee on Shipping (ISCOS) has made a significant stride in tackling the common challenges afflicting the maritime...
Viaservice Container Solution (VCS), an alternative to container deposit, a huge reprieve for Northern Corridor users
The logistics industry in the East Africa region faces many challenges, including regulatory, legislation, commercial compliance, and lack of sustainable...
