By Henry Okello
TORORO
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) on 17th March, 2025 officially commissioned a new bonded Warehouse at the Malaba border to handle cargo congestion, expedite clearance, and boost revenue collection at the border.
The Warehouse built by Tan Investments, can accommodate up to 1,000 trucks and is expected to ease delays that have long plagued cargo transportation along the Malaba-Kampala highway.
The warehouse is part of URA’s broader strategy to improve trade efficiency and reduce logistical bottlenecks at Uganda’s busiest border.
The Managing Director of Tan Investments ICD Bond, Naiya Tana, says the warehouse’s role is consolidating cargo and facilitating smoother verification and tax compliance.
“We built this warehouse to consolidate cargo, facilitate government verification, and ensure taxes are paid, thereby streamlining the process of moving goods in and out of the country,” he said.
Uganda Revenue Authority officials believe the facility will not only decongest the border but also enhance the efficiency of Uganda’s entire trade network.
“With such a facility in place, vehicles that previously had to travel to Kampala for clearance can now be processed here. This means they will proceed directly to their destinations, reducing congestion,” said James Maliizi, URA’s Assistant Commissioner for Risk.
With Malaba now hosting two bonded warehouses, the expanded clearance capacity is expected to improve trade, and increase revenue collection.
