The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has unveiled a new bonded warehouse at the Malaba One Stop Border Post (OSBP), a development aimed at improving cargo handling and boosting trade efficiency.
Built by Tan Investments, the facility can accommodate up to 1,000 trucks, marking a significant milestone in Uganda’s logistics sector.
The launch event, held on Saturday, was attended by Catherine Donovan Kyokunda, URA’s Commissioner of Legal Services and Board Affairs, who represented the Commissioner General.
Kyokunda hailed the warehouse as a critical addition to URA’s operations, reinforcing Uganda’s regional trade and logistical capacity.
“This is set to enhance import and export activities more efficiently, boost trade, and position Uganda as a strategic hub for commerce and investment,” Kyokunda said.
The new facility will serve as a vital clearing point for goods destined for Northern and Eastern Uganda, alleviating congestion at Kampala’s ports.
It will also provide traders with a more convenient and cost-effective alternative for clearing cargo, streamlining operations nationwide.
As a landlocked country, Uganda relies on efficient trade corridors and customs systems.
The establishment of this inland clearance depot (ICD) is expected to strengthen Uganda’s supply chain, ensuring smoother and faster transit of goods.
This strategic investment is set to enhance Uganda’s competitiveness in regional trade, further positioning the country as a key player in East Africa’s commercial and investment landscape.