Trade Committee Engages KRA Commissioner General on Decongestion of Condemned Goods
There are 818 consignments held by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) in various customs stations as condemned goods awaiting destruction, according to KRA. The Trade, Industry and Cooperatives Committee, while finalizing the investigation on the release of condemned sugar, took note of the need to decongest the port and ensure condemned goods are destroyed as required.
The Members, led by the Chairperson, Hon. James Gakuya (Embakasi North) held deliberations with KRA on the most effective measures to be implemented in curbing misuse and loss of goods destined for destruction.
KRA Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga, in accordance with the Committee’s request, reported on items earmarked for destruction at the port and discussed potential measures to curb the persistent problem of lost goods. Introducing incinerators at the port was suggested as one of the viable solutions.
In the ongoing investigation, legislators questioned the Commissioner General about the process leading to the release of condemned sugar, seeking answers on the involvement of KRA officials in a process that jeopardized the safety of Kenyans. Commissioner Yego is expected to address pending issues before the Committee as they aim to present a report to the House based on the investigation’s findings.
The Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) Ag. Managing Director, Willis Audi, also appeared before the Committee. Members expressed dissatisfaction with his submission, holding AFA accountable despite Audi stating their responsibility ended upon the sugar’s arrival at the warehouse. Legislators questioned whether the multiagency ensured the suitability of vinepack industries to handle the distillation process and plan to have a follow-up meeting with KRA.
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