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Illegal trade impedes economic growth

Last December, customs officials intercepted containers with concealed cargo worth Sh75 million. The officers discovered 24 forty-feet containers of concealed new garments and milk powder at the Port of Mombasa in the largest single seizure by the Kenya Revenue Authority.

Out of the 24, some 21 contained new garments and shoes disguised as cold rooms being imported by horticultural farms. Three containers had a consignment of milk powder disguised as flasks and sewing machines.

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