East Africa plans to digitize its importation tax

The action is an aspect of a plan by the World Customs Organization to improve the effectiveness and accessibility of trade for local companies.

To promote private sector engagement and access to trade data, the East African Community (EAC) intends to digitize all import tariffs.

Additionally, it will make it possible to manage and administer the duty remission program, including application, review, approval, and gazettement. It will also make it possible to produce information and publish other policies influencing the execution of CET.