The Standard Group Plc is a
multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper
print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key
influence in matters of national and international interest.
It is feared that Kenya could lose out on revenue from cargo clearance and related trade activities within the East African common market if it fails to integrate its customs system with that used by member states.
The country has invited tenders for provision of a new customs software to replace the current Simba system, and industry players have asked that the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) ensure the winning bid’s system can work with what is already in use across the regional trading bloc.
Premium Article
Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.
Fact-first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access.
Stand With Bold Journalism.
Stand With The Standard.
Journalism can't be free because the truth demands investment.
At The Standard, we invest time, courage and skills to bring you accurate,
factual and impactful stories. Subscribe today and stand with us in the
pursuit of credible journalism.