by sidoman | Oct 6, 2026 | Trade Law & Regulation
Trade Law Tuesday The Communiqué and the Gazette Two presidents promised on 4 May to end trade barriers. The next morning, a Finance Bill proposed a 35 percent tax on Tanzanian glass. How that story ended is the best introduction to East African trade law you will get...
by sidoman | Mar 29, 2019 | Customs & Clearing
The cargo is cleared. The duty is paid. The truck has delivered and the goods are on your shelves. Then, a week later, an invoice arrives like a guest who missed the wedding but still expects to be fed. It says demurrage. Or detention. Sometimes both. These charges...
by sidoman | Nov 5, 2018 | Sea & Air Freight
Sea transport is a dynamic industry. Sea transport accounts for about 90% of global trade. Due to the size or volume of some cargo, sometimes it is economically unviable to move consignments by any other means other than sea transport. Ocean freight is the most...
by sidoman | Aug 31, 2018 | Shipping Guides & Tips
International shipping organizations and bodies play an instrumental role in global importing and exporting. These international bodies play various roles including regulating maritime safety standards, as well as assisting developing countries to attain stability and...
by sidoman | May 3, 2018 | Sea & Air Freight
The danger of maritime piracy has become extremely real in the past few years. The plague of maritime pirates has become so real that it has even inspired the creation of Hollywood dramas and movies such as Captain Philips. The troublesome nature has become a source...