By Brandon Ngugi Gitau - March 21, 2025
🌍 How U.S. Tariffs Are Reshaping Global Shipping and TradeThe recent wave of U.S. tariffs targeting imports from major global partners — including China, Mexico, Canada, and the United Kingdom — is already shaking up the global logistics landscape. Aimed at rebalancing trade and supporting U.S. industries, these tariffs are triggering changes in how goods are shipped, where they’re sourced from, and how much it costs to move them.🚢 Global Shipping: Facing a New Set of ChallengesThe international shipping industry is feeling the ripple effects from the moment these tariffs were announced:➤ Rushed Shipments & Port Congestion
In anticipation of rising ...
January 7, 2025
🛡️ Kenya Introduces Mandatory Digital Marine Cargo Insurance for All ImportsThe Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has rolled out a new requirement that mandates all importers to acquire marine cargo insurance locally and digitally. Effective February 14, 2025, this move aligns with updates to the Finance Act, 2017, and relevant insurance legislation, reinforcing the government’s push to streamline import processes and promote local insurance providers.📋 What’s Changing?Under the new directive, importers must now purchase marine cargo insurance policies only from insurers licensed in Kenya. Sourcing coverage from international providers not recognized by the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) is no longer allowed.This ...
February 10, 2020
⚡ Electric Cars in Kenya: Are We Ready for the Shift?Electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer a futuristic concept — they’re already transforming transportation in various parts of the world. Countries in Europe have taken the lead in pushing for zero-emission zones, and now Kenya is gearing up to join the electric mobility movement. While electric cars aren’t yet a common sight on our roads, the momentum is building fast.So, what does this shift mean for Kenya’s transportation landscape? And more importantly, are electric cars practical here?🔌 What Makes a Car Electric?At the core, electric cars rely on electric motors ...