KRA defers cargo system works amid Mombasa port congestion woes
KRA'a iCMS is a crucial platform for clearance of import and export cargo...
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The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has postponed scheduled maintenance of its Integrated Customs Management System (iCMS) due to ongoing congestion at the Port of Mombasa. This decision comes after traders and shipping companies expressed concerns about further disruptions to cargo flow.
- The iCMS maintenance was initially planned for April 4-6, 2026, but has been rescheduled to April 12, 2026.
- The KRA is the organization involved, deferring the system shutdown.
- This is the second time in recent months that iCMS maintenance has been postponed due to significant disruptions, following a similar event in February that caused massive gridlock at the port.
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