| Complaint number |
NTB Type
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Date of incident |
Location |
Reporting country or region (additional) |
Status |
Actions |
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NTB-000-842 |
2.3. Issues related to the rules of origin |
2018-10-01 |
Uganda: Border |
Kenya |
Resolved
2018-11-16 |
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Complaint:
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Steel products transferred to Burundi from Uganda and Kenya.
Burundi does not offer preferential tariff treatment to metal products transferred from Uganda and Kenya. |
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Resolution status note:
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The NTB was resolved |
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NTB-000-843 |
2.3. Issues related to the rules of origin |
2018-09-12 |
Kenya: |
Tanzania |
Resolved
2018-11-16 |
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Complaint:
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KRA does not give preferential treatment for Azam energy drink exported by bakressa company and has uplifted invoice from USD 3.97 to 5.04 for Azam drink juice products. KRA has uplifted the invoice per carton of Azam drink juice products of Azam Bakhresa Group. KRA restricted 2 trucks that carried 50 tons of Azam Energy Drink to enter Kenya from Tanzania. KRA restricted the trucks until they paid extra tax for each carton from USD 3.97 to USD 5.04. The uplifting of the invoice value happened after the customer had already paid all taxes for KRA by using value of USD 3.97. |
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Resolution status note:
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During the Meeting, URT reported that this NTB was not resolved. |
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NTB-000-844 |
Insurance |
2018-09-28 |
Uganda: Police |
Burundi |
Resolved
2018-09-28 |
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Complaint:
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Non-recognition of the COMESA Insurance by Uganda in case of accident. |
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Resolution status note:
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Uganda reported that under the Law, in case of a fatal accident, the drivers are supposed to be taken to court unless you opt to resolve it. The meeting agreed that this NTB has been resolved. |
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NTB-000-845 |
8.4. Transport related corruption |
2018-09-03 |
Tanzania: Rusumo |
Rwanda |
Resolved
2018-11-16 |
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Complaint:
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Tanzania has introduced an escort fee imposed by TRA from Dar Es Salaam to Rusumo. |
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Resolution status note:
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Tanzania reported that this NTB was resolved through administrative procedures. |
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NTB-000-846 |
7.5. Lengthy procedures |
2018-09-06 |
Tanzania: Namanga |
Kenya |
Resolved
2018-11-16 |
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Complaint:
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Tanzania registers Kenya Trucks carrying transit goods. |
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Resolution status note:
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Tanzania informed the meeting that it is not a new registration but recording them in the system for the purpose of the SCT. This is done annually and is free. URT informed the Meeting that this is declaration and recording of trucks but not registration.
The NTB was resolved |
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NTB-000-847 |
7.5. Lengthy procedures |
2018-09-28 |
Tanzania: Isebania |
Burundi |
Resolved
2018-11-16 |
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Complaint:
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TRA is requiring escort for wines, spirits, and Palm oil destined to Burundi. This decision was not communicated to Burundi and Importers are expected to pay TZS 1,500,000 for this. |
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Resolution status note:
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TRA reported that escorts have been discontinued.
NTB resolved |
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NTB-000-848 |
1.8. Import bans |
2018-08-09 |
Uganda: Ministry |
Kenya |
Resolved
2018-11-16 |
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Complaint:
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Uganda’s limitation on importation of processed meat products from within the region. It also addressed it as a measure to promote local capacity in Uganda to produce such processed meats rather than importing meat and meat products from the Partner States. |
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Resolution status note:
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Uganda informed the meeting that the letter was meant for internal traders who were sourcing for processed meat from outside the EAC and was not meant for traders within the EAC Partner States.
So the Meeting agreed that this NTB is resolved. |
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NTB-000-849 |
1.14. Lack of coordination between government institutions |
2018-09-12 |
Uganda: Kampala |
Rwanda |
Resolved
2018-11-28 |
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Complaint:
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Two Trucks on Transit from Rwanda to Mombasa carrying minerals for export are impounded by Uganda Mineral Protection Police Unit. |
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Resolution status note:
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Uganda confirmed to have received evidence of this NTB from Rwanda. The Trucks that were being held had no customs issue as they had fulfilled all transit requirements. The Uganda Mineral Protection Police Unit had held the trucks claiming the transit documents were forged however, customs was consulted and proved that the documents were genuine.
The SCTIFI meeting held in November, 2018 was informed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Uganda convened a meeting and resolved that matter.
The matter was resolved. |
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NTB-000-849 |
1.14. Lack of coordination between government institutions |
2018-09-12 |
Uganda: Kampala |
Rwanda |
Resolved
2018-11-28 |
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Complaint:
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Two Trucks on Transit from Rwanda to Mombasa carrying minerals for export are impounded by Uganda Mineral Protection Police Unit. |
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Resolution status note:
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The NTB was resolved during meeting of Nov 2018 |
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NTB-000-850 |
8.2. Administrative (Border Operating Hours, delays at border posts, etc.) |
2018-09-01 |
Kenya: Namanga |
Tanzania |
Resolved
2018-11-16 |
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Complaint:
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KRA has issued a public notice which introduced Single Custom entry clearance that increases cost of doing business for example to clear 100 trucks using bulk system was costing Kshs 150,600, however, using the current system of single customs entry one truck cost Kshs8,500/-. If you have to clear 100 trucks it will cost Kshs 850,000/- |
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Resolution status note:
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The NTB was discussed in the CoC and agreed that the SCT TWG should analyse the risks of making one bulk declaration and cost implications of multiple declarations. The TWG should work out a mechanism for knocking off cargo.
The Secretariat informed the meeting that the TWG on SCT will develop a framework to knock off cargo in the customs clearance system from 11th-15th Dec 2018.
The matter is to be resolved by the CoC. |
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NTB-000-851 |
1.4. Preference given to domestic bidders/suppliers |
2018-08-09 |
Tanzania: Ministry of Livestock |
Kenya |
Resolved
2018-11-16 |
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Complaint:
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Discrimination of beef products by Tanzania where Tanzanians are advised to source beef locally. |
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Resolution status note:
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Tanzania informed the SCTIF meeting that the importer was advised and was given an import permit.
The Meeting agreed that this NTB is resolved. |
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NTB-000-852 |
2.6. Additional taxes and other charges |
2018-07-05 |
Tanzania: Ministry of LiveStock |
Kenya |
Resolved
2018-11-16 |
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Complaint:
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Increase of Import and Export fees on animal and animal products by Tanzania. Tanzania has amended the “Animals & Animal Products Movement Control (Amended) Regulations, 2018” that has increased the charges. |
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Resolution status note:
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The CoC guided that:-
Refer the imposition of additional levies under the animal diseases (Livestock Markets) Regulations, 2018 by URT under Government Notice 476 of 31st August 2018 to SCTIFI.
The Secretariat guided that where national laws impose levies on imports and exports, this should not apply to goods originating within the EAC.
URT informed the meeting that such charges exist in other Partner States.
The SCTIFI meeting agreedthat this guidance should therefore be applicable to all Partner States.
The matter was resolved. |
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NTB-000-853 |
2.3. Issues related to the rules of origin |
2017-05-05 |
Uganda: Busia |
Kenya |
Resolved
2018-11-16 |
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Complaint:
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Lack of preferential treatment of paper sacks manufactured in Kenya and transfered to Uganda
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Resolution status note:
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This NTB was resolved by the Committee on Customs. The Meeting recalled that the matter was considered and resolved that URT grants preferential treatment on paper sacks. The Meeting agreed that paper sacks should be granted preferential market access.
The matter was resolved. |
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NTB-000-856 |
2.3. Issues related to the rules of origin |
2018-09-18 |
Tanzania: TRA |
Uganda |
Resolved
2019-04-30 |
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Complaint:
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Denial of market access to sunflower oil. |
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Resolution status note:
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During the 27th Regional Monitoring Uganda reported that Tanzania accorded Uganda sunfower originating status therefore this NTB had been resolved. |
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NTB-000-857 |
8.3. Immigration requirements (Visa, travel permit) |
2018-10-01 |
Tanzania: Kilambo |
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Resolved
2023-02-20 |
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Complaint:
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Tanzania charging of Business Visa of USD 250 to EAC business persons entering URT charged as Certificate of Temporary Assignment (CTA) at all borders |
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Resolution status note:
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The regulations went through the legal draftspersons. They decided to do away with having Regulations as this was not provided for under the CMP. However, some of the provisions that were in the Regulations were included in the revised EAC Schedule on Progressive Liberalization of Services. This includes the provision on the Removal of Barriers to Trade in Services. With this, all barriers under Trade in Services will be progressively removed as per the EAC Schedule. Hence the meeting agreed to resolve this NTB as it has been taken care of in the Schedule. |
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NTB-000-858 |
7.5. Lengthy procedures |
2018-09-19 |
EAC |
Uganda |
Resolved
2019-04-26 |
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Complaint:
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Denial, Delays and Mis-handling of Uganda beverages especially soft drinks and Bella wines entering Burundi, Tanzania, Kenya and Rwanda markets. Customs Officials usually delay clearing of Uganda soft drinks and Bella wines manufactured in Uganda entering Burundi and Rwanda without any justification thus causing damages and losses. |
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Resolution status note:
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During the 27th NTBs Forum held from26th April - 4th May 2019 Rwanda and Uganda reported that this problem has been resolved |
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NTB-000-859 |
2.3. Issues related to the rules of origin |
2017-05-05 |
Tanzania: Namanga |
Kenya |
Resolved
2017-11-28 |
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Complaint:
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Lack of preferential treatment to Kenyan products especiallly edible oils and lubricants |
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Resolution status note:
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During the bilateral between Kenya and URT in January 2018, It was agreed that TRA will carry out verification on the rules of origin for lubricants, edible oil and cement. The verification will be undertaken by 31st March 2018.
Where the certificate of origin is queried, the custom administration should call for a bond as security of the goods until the verification exercise is complete. The Extra Ordinary SCTIFI that sat in February, 2018 directed that the EAC Secretariat coordinates a verification mission on edible oils, cement, lubricants in Kenya by 31st March 2018. URT reported that the verification could not be undertaken due to financial shortcomings. URT committed to undertake the consultation since this matter has financial implications. A verification was undertaken from 18th to 23rd June,2018 and the findings were communicated to all Partner States for implementation.
Kenya reported that URT has not complied with the recommendations of the Verification
Tanzania reported that she complied with the recommendations of the Verification except for products under Rule 11 (Sepration of materials) of the EAC Rules of Origin. Kenya reported that the NTB for Lubricants & edible oils has been resolved. |
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NTB-000-859 |
2.3. Issues related to the rules of origin |
2017-05-05 |
Tanzania: Namanga |
Kenya |
Resolved
2017-11-28 |
View |
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Complaint:
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Lack of preferential treatment to Kenyan products especiallly edible oils and lubricants |
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Resolution status note:
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The NTB was resolved by SCTIFI meeting of November 2017 |
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NTB-000-860 |
2.3. Issues related to the rules of origin |
2017-05-05 |
Tanzania: Namanga |
Kenya |
Resolved
2018-11-16 |
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Complaint:
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Lack of Preferential treatment of textiles and apparels products from Kenya when exported into Tanzania |
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Resolution status note:
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During the bilateral meeting that took place in January, 2018, the two Partner States agreed as follows:
i) Kenya will review the Stay of Application with the view of terminating it by end of June 2018.
ii) The United Republic of Tanzania will review the decision to place tariffs on Kenyan textiles with view of giving relief to manufacturers operating outside EPZ by 30th June 2018.
The stay of application by Kenya ended on 30th June, 2018 and there was no extension for the same. Republic of Kenya through her letter ref.EAC/5/16/3/Vol.9(130) dated 22nd August, 2018 reported that United Repubic of Tanzania is denying preferential tariff treatment on textiles.
The issue was resolved by the Customs Committee. |
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NTB-000-861 |
2.3. Issues related to the rules of origin |
2017-05-05 |
Tanzania: Namanga |
Kenya |
Resolved
2018-11-16 |
View |
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Complaint:
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Lack of Preferential treatment of textiles and apparels products from Kenya when exported into Tanzania |
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Resolution status note:
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During the bilateral meeting that took place in January, 2018, the two Partner States agreed as follows:
i) Kenya will review the Stay of Application with the view of terminating it by end of June 2018.
ii) The United Republic of Tanzania will review the decision to place tariffs on Kenyan textiles with view of giving relief to manufacturers operating outside EPZ by 30th June 2018.
The stay of application by Kenya ended on 30th June, 2018 and there was no extension for the same. Republic of Kenya through her letter ref.EAC/5/16/3/Vol.9(130) dated 22nd August, 2018 reported that United Repubic of Tanzania is denying preferential tariff treatment on textiles.
The issue was resolved by CoC |
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