South Sudan Pushes for Lower Port Fees

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South Sudan has asked Kenya to reduce cargo handling fees and container deposits at Mombasa port, citing the current US$5,000 charge per container as too high. Officials say the fees deter traders and increase costs. Negotiations through the Northern Corridor Transport Authority aim to introduce alternative guarantees for container returns. South Sudan handles nearly 10% of Mombasa’s cargo, second only to Uganda.